Yes, Shoebuy and Zappos are my favorites. Also do a search at Coupon Mountain or Coupon Cabin, they often have special codes for 10-20% off at times.

Zappos does do great reviews, Shoebuy seems to have more "makes and models"

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Suze, Suze "hate" my ever so lovable Josef Seibels?? I know - everyone is different. I have luck with some Clarks as well.

The Clark's store in Ala Moana sells pretty Privo sandals and shoes that are very comfortable. I like the slip-on sandal Premio in nubuck. The dual color makes them match a lot of clothes. Takes up very little space and weigh much less than your average shoe or sandal.

I have also worn Fly Flot sandals from Robins Ala Moana all over Europe. Have walked for miles over cobblestones, up and down steps and have found them to be extremely comfortable.

For dusty or dry areas when you want to keep your feet clean or for hiking in Switzerland, I like Ecco shoes. These you can find at Macy's or The Walking Company. Sometimes they can be found at Nordstrom.

Comfortable shoes and sandals can also be found at Uyeda Shoe Store in the University area, but I've found the best selection to be at Clark's and The Walking Company.

I agree that this is totally subjective but my new favorites are Naots (Matai). I got them at Zappos and they were heaven from the moment I put them on!

I so want to wear pretty shoes but I also know that we'll be walking for hours almost every day on our June trip. The trouble you really don't know what shoe will be comfortable for hours until you walk in them for hours.

I was thinking of something with a cork sole and a little wedge( for some reason a little wedge is more comfortable for my flat feet than flats. Anyone have a pair of these? They're on my maybe list. Would love some feedback.

http://www.zappos.com/images/732/732...9-437259-d.jpg

The Kenneth Cole Reaction line looks like they have several super comfy and cute shoes.

I swear by Mephistos. I just bought another pair ($180)because my old and reliable pair is starting to look worn and beat. I found out that if you send shoes back to Mephisto they will refurbish them for about $75. I wish I had known that before I bought them today, but I need them for a trip I'm going on this week.
The style I got was Feigin - it's a slip-on in black or camel nubuck. It can pass for casual or you can dress it up - I wouldn't go anywhere without them!!!!!!!!!

There is no "best", because everyone's foot is different. So you have to try them.

For summer, I love my Dansko "Lolita" sandals, back by popular demand:

http://www.rei.com/product/694636

A Nordstrom shoe salesman told me this is one of their all-time best sellers. My old ones have been to Europe 4 times; I just bought new ones in brown with my REI member's discount (20% off during the anniversary sale).

If you like the expensive brands such as Taryn Rose and Mephisto, look for closeouts at www.sierratradingpost.com

queener~~ it's something about the sizing (of Joseph Siebels). i think i have Italian, not German feet -lol! One size of Siebel's is too small and the next too big for me. i keep trying them on because they come so well recommended, even bought a couple pair (that i returned to Nordstrom).

Suze - you are definitely right about the Josef Seibel sizing! I saw a really cute pair - tried them on in my "normal" Josef size and they were too small - tried the next size up and they were way too big. It IS quite odd. My sister had the same problem, but like me, was able to find a pair (actually just like one of my pairs) that she loves. I told her she really didn't need to "break them in" before our upcoming trip, but she loves them so much I don't think she's taken them off since she bought them :)

I wish I had a dollar for every hour that I have spent looking for comfortable shoes . I got lucky, though. Wearing Naot Ashley is like walking on air (I have narrow feet, too)and they don't look "old".
http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/14926945/c/21549.html

My foot doctor insists that I wear Brook Addiction and they've made a tremendous difference for me. They're a bit rugged for skirts but in plain black they look fine with pants or at least blend in. http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/1917023/c/3.html
In summer with skirts I wear black leather Mephistos. The ones I love are no longer made so I was pleased to read that Mehistos will refurbish them. Thanks, Lolo!

For dressy occasions I splurged on Taryn rose pumps with subtle embossed roses, very lovely.

Thanks everyone for all the suggestions for stylish comfortable shoes. I'll check them out.

If you over-pronate (heel strike on outside and then roll in, pushing off the big toe), I strongly recommend checking out 3/4 length inserts for your less supportive dress shoes. Not the Dr. Scholl's flexible kind, but something actually harder with a good arch support.

Check out Superfeet---they're expensive at $30 a pop but they last several pairs of shoes and you can change them in and out of several shoes. They even have a model for heels.
http://www.superfeet.com/

I used to work at a running shoe store so I've seen all sorts of feet issues. Comfortable shoes are a definite must for me. Sometimes softer shoes are actually the problem so just keep that in mind when you're picking out shoes. "Cushy" might not be best depending on your foot and the way you walk.

For my wide feet with previously broken ankles and tib/fib, I love Birkenstock or Dansko. I can't wear the Dankso non-professional soles, though. They don't offer enough support. The Birkenstock sandals are cute for summer, but I still need to find a dressy pump style.

Earth shoes! I own two pairs of the Solar style, which is a mary jane. I recently wore them--and only them--on a 10-day Rome trip and was entirely comfortable. You can dress them up or down, wear them with or without socks, and get them in a few different colors. I very highly recommend Earth Solars, but if they're not your cup of tea, there are many other Earth shoes styles. They're available at Zappos, so if they don't work out you can send them back at no cost. Another plus--you can get non-leather (but the greatest array is in leather).

Am really surprised no one mentioned Teva sandals. I have extrememly senitive feet that get blisters in a second from all of the shoes/scandals mentioned. Since discovering TEVA I do not have any problems, one style that really works for me has just one velco strap across the toe area and adjustable ankle and heels straps. Everytime I see them I buy a pair...They go all over the world with me since they can get wet..

It's true that finding comfortable shoes is a personal matter - depends on the shape and quirks of your foot.
I couldn't tolerate Earth shoes at all, even though I thought the idea was good.

Best travel shoes for me: Mephisto All-Rounders, Arcopedico, Beautifeel, Josef Seibel (available at Zappos) and Tatami. Naot is Ok, but a bit bulky for packing.

Just spent 7 days in London and Paris with my Dansko closed back clogs.

Haven't seen Arcopedico brand mentioned. I LOVE these shoes. I have the maryjanes and they are the only shoes I wear on trips anymore. Look great with skirts and pants. Nice lines, not bulky looking. Light weight but incredible support.
BTW, I hated my Eccos and Noats. Didn't work for my feet. Agree with posters who say you need to try on whatever styles you consider as everyone's feet are different. Zapppos, even tho mail order, is great as they have free returns.

I've got a pair of Born mary janes that were great for a recent trip to Europe. I have them in black. The style is called Jamba. They are SO comfortable. We were on our feet all day for 10 days, and they were great. Very cushiony footbed. I had hurt my ankle right before the trip, and it didn't bother me in the Borns. I tried wearing a different pair of shoes one day, and my ankle ached all day. Very versatile style too, good with anything from jeans to skirts.

Glad to see I'm not the only one with foot issues. I spent hours looking for walking shoes to wear on a trip to Spain in March. Bought a pair of Eccos that look like bowling shoes because they were the only ones I could even think of walking in for hours. They were ok, but not great. I also bought a pair of off white Sketchers (ballet shoe style) that have rubbery bottoms and looked ok with a skirt or capris, but never wore them because it was too cold for a skirt or capris that week. Hope to wear them at home this summer. I am a little embarrassed to admit that I ended up wearing my regular old sneakers several days for touring because they were the only things that didn't hurt. I had packed them as a last resort and was glad I had them. Lots of people, not only tourists, were wearing sneakers so I didn't feel weird in them at all. Good luck.
Nancy