Q. I am a confessed shoe-addict who adores heels (especially because they elevate my 5'5" frame) and can't pass up a pair of stilleto pumps. Unfortunately, I will soon be starting a job where I will be doing a LOT of walking, and also spend a good deal of time in scrubs. Do you have any suggestions for cute but comfortable heels for the office (not too high) as well as shoes to wear with scrubs that AREN'T Crocs?
A. Congrats on the new job! We're always in search of cute but comfortable heels for the office. Generally, a round toe and a stacked 2 or 2 1/2 inch heel will be your most comfortable. Also, look for shoes that have added cushioning, like our favorite Cole Haans with Nike Air technology. Here are some stylish, comfortable, cushioned office picks:
1. Cole Haan 'Jena Air' Mary Jane, $295 at nordstrom.com
2. Taryn by Taryn Rose Devour, $225 at piperlime.com
3. Gentle Souls Instant Hit, $265 at piperlime.com
4. Aerosoles Role Play, $89 at piperlime.com
As for what to wear with scrubs, I'm not really sure what the rules are here, but I assume you can't wear sneakers. Though not the best looking, I've seen many medical staffers wearing Merrells. Here are a few comfortable options that may work for you, depending on the dress code at your workplace:
1. Naturalizer Cresson, $65 at piperlime.com
2. Cole Haan 'Air Bria' Mary Jane, $165 at nordstrom.com
3. Leather Comfort Ballet, $21.99 at landsend.com
4. MERRELL Women's Plaza MJ, $89.99 at shoes.com
5. MERRELL Women's Encore Groove, $74.99 at shoes.com
A. Congrats on the new job! We're always in search of cute but comfortable heels for the office. Generally, a round toe and a stacked 2 or 2 1/2 inch heel will be your most comfortable. Also, look for shoes that have added cushioning, like our favorite Cole Haans with Nike Air technology. Here are some stylish, comfortable, cushioned office picks:
1. Cole Haan 'Jena Air' Mary Jane, $295 at nordstrom.com
2. Taryn by Taryn Rose Devour, $225 at piperlime.com
3. Gentle Souls Instant Hit, $265 at piperlime.com
4. Aerosoles Role Play, $89 at piperlime.com
As for what to wear with scrubs, I'm not really sure what the rules are here, but I assume you can't wear sneakers. Though not the best looking, I've seen many medical staffers wearing Merrells. Here are a few comfortable options that may work for you, depending on the dress code at your workplace:
1. Naturalizer Cresson, $65 at piperlime.com
2. Cole Haan 'Air Bria' Mary Jane, $165 at nordstrom.com
3. Leather Comfort Ballet, $21.99 at landsend.com
4. MERRELL Women's Plaza MJ, $89.99 at shoes.com
5. MERRELL Women's Encore Groove, $74.99 at shoes.com
I know whats it like to feel like your job is hindering your style. Here are a few options for both comfy and cute heels...
COMFY:
http://www.jbandme.com/store/products/2512-me-too-nebraska
(love the color and Me Too's that I have have always been super comfortable)
http://www.jbandme.com/store/products/2455-dkny-victory
(just bought these and LOVE LOVE LOVE them!)
http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/41583499/c/11369.html
(my mom is always on her feet and she swears by these...not the MOST attractive but they come in black patent which is super cute)
HEELS:
http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/43058070/c/1719.html
http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/43025519/c/3094.html
(love the color)
http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/16023283/c/11331.html
Hope this helps!
the Most comfy shoes in the world by far are clogs by Dansko!!! more comfortable than tennis shoes or any others I've ever tried... not dressy of course, but awesome!