I agree with the suggestions of Merrells. They do come in more styles so you can find something that doesn't look as casual as the Jungle Mocs. Nordstroms carries a new style, &quot;Topo Curve&quot; in black or dark brown. For most of the above recommended brands at a very good discount try:<BR>sierratradingpost,com.<BR>I got a pair of Vasque (similar to the Merrell mocs, very, very comfortable) at their Bargain Barn section for less than $20 (including the shipping charge).

Mephistos....would love that discount site!<BR>I have really sensitive feet [callous,blister,corn etc] and the shoes are just the best. Prefer ELKA the slightly dressy sandel ....been known to wear them in winter ,too<BR>

I vote for Dexter Walk Mocs. I have three pairs and I wore them through Rome and Florence two years ago. I would also suggest good cotton socks.<BR>

I spent two weeks in Europe with one pair of shoes: Merrells &quot;Topo Curve&quot; in dark brown that I bought at Nordstroms (on sale of course). They looked good and wore very well in yucky weather. I have major foot problems and these were a godsend.

All weather mocs from landsend... they are so comfortable and they don't look like runners!Also the all weather clogs are great and they both come in a variety of colours<BR>http://www.landsend.com

I am quite fond of my Josef Seibel shoes. My wife also has several pairs of shoes by good old Josef. They are relatively stylish (very European look), extremely comfortable, and very durable. We have been quite happy with them. The company is based in Germany and the shoes are made in various European countries. <BR><BR>Since you are going to be in Italy you might also want to look for shoes while there. Lots of very good shoes made in Italy and it is possible to save some money. We have purchased shoes in Florence at a fraction of the price the same shoes cost at Nordstrom's here.

I bought the Land's end all weather moc and they are very comfortable. The one thing to remember is to break them before you leave!<BR><BR>I did want to share a tip about a great company that sells hiking, camping &amp; hunting equipment and supplies: Bargain outfitters....I purchased another pair of mocs from this company for very little money. In fact, they have it on sale again and they're VERY comfortable!! <BR><BR>Click here:www.bargainoutfitters.com. Under &quot;Browse Men's Footwear By Brand&quot; select GUIDE GEAR, then click on Winter Mocs under the Rugged Casual category. <BR><BR>If you're thrifty like I am, this is definitely the way to go.<BR>

I hope I'm not double posting...but I can't seem to find the last message that I sent....so trying again.<BR><BR>I meant to say that you can now buy Land's end shoes/clothes from most Sears stores. That is where I got mine. Also, just noticed that the sizes for those mocs are very limited....they had all sizes when I placed my order a couple of months. Guess that means they're selling FAST!!

I have tried both Ecco and Mephisto and I find neither of them that comfortable for walking in all day. Merrell seems to work for me. Try www.sierratradingpost.com for good prices on lots of shoes, including Mephisto. Perhaps I just have the wrong style of Mephisto since everyone seems to rave about them. My Ecco shoes have virtually no support. Again, perhaps I chose the wrong style since I wanted something a little stylish.

Oops - I meant Merrell Primo Mocs in Dark Brown. (not topo curve) This is what happens when you post late at night after too much Scotch. BTW - I used to wear Eccos but I find the Merrells give me more support for a long day of walking.

Well, as you can see, everyone has a preference. What you have to find is what works best for *your* feet. I have probably spent a small fortune in shoes, but what works best for me are SAS shoes. I've used them for my last 5 trips to Europe with great results!

Go for the comfort forget the looks your feet will thank you.<BR>Clarks Caribou (2) or if your are lucky to find the original Caribou's buy 'em.<BR>Put a double cushioned insole inside for extra comfort and away you go.<BR>The Caribou's are about 110 US.

Hey - <BR>I think I already posted this, but personally, I'd go with Dansko's. I just bought a second pair for my trip to England this summer. I work in the OR, and I have to stand for 8 or more hours a day, and I just love them. They are so comfortable. I would recommend either the professionals - which look really nice, or the bromleys, which look nice, but have a little more tread. And dansko's are soooooooooo.... comfortable. I love them. They're also approved by the American Podiatric Association, if that matters to you.

If you live in the Philadelphia area, I recommend a visit to Benjamin Lovell shoes (I think their website is www.benjaminlovell.com). They carry all brands of comfort shoes: Ecco, Mephisto, Naot, Dansko, Borg, Beautifeel, Merrell, Theresa M, Donald Pliner, etc. I tried on at least 20 pairs of shoes and chose 2 that were comfortable (and that I could live with their looks and their cost).

Forget all the advice, and wear the most comfortable shoes you can find----FR YOUR FEET. I have a particularly narrow foot---and flat. Cannot wear Mephistos, which I have bought. We walked all over Italy and France last year, and the shoes I thought were comfortable ended up giving me plantar faciitis, which I still have after all these months. It is important to have proper arch support and heel cushioning. Everything else, including looks, comes second. I am still having major problems, and wish I had just worn my athletic shoes (regardless of if it had made me look like an American ----God forbid!)

Check out Dansko's--very comfortable--a bit heavy, but your feet will thank you!

Dansko's - I wore them everyday for three weeks in Italy including hiking in Cinque Terre - absolutely wonderful -no problems and we did a lot of walking. Enjoy your trip!

Anyone here have narrow feet? Do any of the above brands mentioned run narrow? Sometimes what are supposed to be comfortable shoes aren't comfortable for those of us with narrow feet. Our feet just slide around in them and get blisters.

for the man I say Merrell..I have the once that are sort of a hight top.. I chose them couse I don't look like a dork when wearing shorts and they have sneaker treds but also look good with pants for clubing..

Smalls, I find the Eccos run narrow. I usually wear a narrow and Ecco fits me fine as long as I get something that ties rather then slip on. They aren't the most stylish in the tie models but extremely comfortable.