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Post by ccookwood on Sept 14, 2023 15:58:12 GMT
I have planar faccitis and want some cute shoes that are not sandals or gym shoes that I can wear with jeans. Amy suggestions? And I’d like them to be less than $100. Thanks!
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Post by GiantsFan on Sept 14, 2023 16:12:53 GMT
PF and cute shoes are not in the same sentence. Haha, just kidding.
Have you looked at Vionic Shoes? They have some loafers that would be cute with jeans. Well as cute as ortho shoes can be!
Ortho Feet and Life Stride are others brands that I've purchased.
ETA: I also found that lower heel, like 1" to 1.5" are ok to wear, but YMMV.
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Post by mcjunkin on Sept 14, 2023 16:19:34 GMT
I wear Alegrias. They are pricey, around $120, but I have gotten new pairs on Poshmark for $40.
There are several different styles and designs. I have some with sugar skulls on them.
ETA: I just checked Alegria Shoe Shop online and there are several on sale for $69 and $79. I wear the Debra and the Keli the most, and there are several at great prices right now.
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Post by Merge on Sept 14, 2023 16:27:24 GMT
Under $100 is going to be a struggle unless you find a sale. I like Taos both for casual sneakers that aren't gym shoes, and other casual shoes/booties.
And the aforementioned Vionic.
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Post by Anita on Sept 14, 2023 16:31:24 GMT
There are cute shoes by Vionic, Spenco, and sometimes even Orthofeet, but you won't pay under $100 for them until they are out of season.
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Post by Katie on Sept 14, 2023 16:33:45 GMT
Haflinger clogs, Vionic and Alegria are my go-to brands. Although this summer I caved and tried Birkenstocks and my feet love them.
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Post by Patter on Sept 14, 2023 16:33:49 GMT
100% Alegria. It's all I wear, and I always get compliments on my shoes. People can't believe they are Alegria. I get them cheap because people never buy my size (35).  I used to get them for $35 or so but now it's more like $50-$60. |
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Post by cakediva on Sept 14, 2023 16:37:11 GMT
Vionics!
I have super cute flip flops and some really great tennis shoes - Beach is the style I think.
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Post by ~summer~ on Sept 14, 2023 16:47:20 GMT
I know you said no athletic shoes but On sneakers I think can be very “cute”. Also over $100.
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Post by flanz on Sept 14, 2023 17:16:44 GMT
It's been a few years since I've been able to wear cute shoes. @giantsfan - thank you for the shoutout for Orthoshoes. I just ordered a pair of sandals to try. $20 cheaper from the stores website than on Amazon, and I'd rather buy from anyone else! Yay! ccookwood - I hope you have good luck finding shoes that work for you! |
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Post by elaine on Sept 14, 2023 17:24:41 GMT
If you want less expensive shoes with good support for PF, take a look at Skechers Arch Fit line. They have a variety of shoes with this technology. I like wearing my arch fit Cleo’s - which are a ballet flat (skecher makes them both with arch fit and without - I wear the arch fit version). www.skechers.com/skechers-arch-fit-cleo-sport/158538_BBK.html I am on my feet all day and love them. |
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Sept 14, 2023 17:26:25 GMT
Sorel’s are my go-to for closed toe shoes to wear with jeans. I haven’t had any Skechers recently but they used to be really comfy for me. The other brands mentioned don’t work well for me, so YMMV. The arched on those hit mine in the wrong spot.
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Post by Tearisci on Sept 14, 2023 17:38:59 GMT
Clarks has some cute styles that don't look ugly or clunky. I also second Vionics and Birks.
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Post by kristi on Sept 14, 2023 19:13:49 GMT
Love my Birkenstocks but wanted something a little nicer than sandals and really like the Buckley clog (over $100).
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Post by lisae on Sept 14, 2023 20:46:54 GMT
You've been given many good brand options. As someone who has dealt with this for 15 years, I can tell you that you will have to experiment until you find what works for your feet. Vionics have way too much arch support in them for my feet. I have found the most success with Clarks and Orthofeet but not everything is a winner. Orthofeet have a few cute things but some are sort of clunky. I love their inserts for my athletic shoes.
Up your shoe budget. Not just because good shoes cost more than $100 per pair but because you will have some that feel great in the store and then just don't work for you after you put them in the real world. This is another thing Orthofeet has going for them, they give you a chance to wear them and then return if they don't work. PF is manageable but you do have to reset expectations.
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Post by workingclassdog on Sept 14, 2023 21:09:51 GMT
I had to laugh.. when I had it a few years ago, there were no cute shoes.. and I was in so much pain, I didn't care what they looked like as long as I could 1/2 way walk...
Good luck!!!
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Post by pmm on Sept 14, 2023 22:37:44 GMT
I've gotten some cute shoes from The Walking Company. But, you will definitely have to look for sales/clearance to keep in that budget.
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Post by silverlining on Sept 14, 2023 23:05:49 GMT
After having plantar fasciitis off and on for many years, I figured out a way to keep it from coming back. I have custom orthotics that were made to fit the arch of my foot. This is a rigid custom orthotic, not an insole. I can buy any shoes that I like as long as I try them on and they're comfortable with the orthotic. The orthotic was expensive, but now I can spend less on shoes and find styles I like. In the summer, I buy sandals that have excellent arch support but they are not under 100 dollars. Naot brand and Taos work best for me, but ymmv. Having an orthotic for non-sandal weather that I can move from dressy shoes to boots to athletic shoes has allowed me to stay very active and have happy feet  |
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Post by monklady123 on Sept 14, 2023 23:41:17 GMT
Haflinger clogs, Vionic and Alegria are my go-to brands. Although this summer I caved and tried Birkenstocks and my feet love them. Birkenstocks and Crocs cured my plantar fasciitis. Well okay, I know it's not *cured*, but I haven't had a flare since the day I started wearing only those two types of shoe. I do wear other things now -- Hokas, and Sketchers mostly -- but I always default to my Birks. |
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Post by smasonnc on Sept 14, 2023 23:57:59 GMT
I have planar faccitis and want some cute shoes That's adorable. So do I, but I also want to catch a unicorn and keep it for a pet. I am afflicted with plantar fasciitis as well. The shoes are ghastly. PSA, ladies, please take care of your feet whilst you are young or you will end up in shoes so ugly that nuns say, "Nope, too dowdy." Seriously, though, I've had some luck with Skechers, Merrills, and Eccos. |
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I used to get them for $35 or so but now it's more like $50-$60. 
