https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 20 May 2026 21:40:00 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking/page/2#post-167184 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 16:12:36 +0000 londonkiwi (now back in NZ) 167184@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay on getting a pair of new shoes - hopefully they work with your feet.</p> <p>I will look out for that other thread! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking/page/2#post-167000 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 02:40:47 +0000 kimana517 167000@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh! Your trip sounds like it will be amazing! My husband and I backpacked around Europe (including England) for three weeks last year and I got some Privo shoes and they were amazing. I suggest Privo and Clarks, as they have a lot of nice-looking and versatile shoes that are also very comfy. Here are the Privos at Zappos: <a href="http://www.zappos.com/womens-privo-shoes?zfcTest=navAndThumbs:0" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/womens-p.....ndThumbs:0</a> but I bet you could find most of them elsewhere for less. These Privos get good ratings on Amazon: <a href="http://www.amazon.com/privo-Womens-Paddie-Mary-Brown/dp/B001TRDMQ2/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&#038;s=shoes&#038;qid=1275878172&#038;sr=8-11" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/privo-Wo.....38;sr=8-11</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking/page/2#post-166941 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:40:48 +0000 judy 166941@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jean, that sounds like the most fun vacation! I hope the Dansko's work out for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking/page/2#post-166935 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:13:14 +0000 Christie 166935@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice Danskos!</p> <p>I thought the Keen website was especially creative to show the shoe with jeans (even your choice of dark or light wash denim!). That didn't help you though, since they showed only bootcuts with the shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking/page/2#post-166933 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:02:49 +0000 Maya 166933@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, fabulous! Looks like the perfect match. Can't wait to see pics if you decide to go with them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking/page/2#post-166925 Sun, 06 Jun 2010 23:37:52 +0000 greenglove 166925@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Everyone has been SO helpful!!<br /> I have ordered a bunch of recommended shoes to try.<br /> The ones I know will not work are the ones with heels. I am a wimp with long walks and even a 2 inch heel. (Especially on the streets in Edinburgh.)<br /> I tried these on in person and they are actually really cute:<br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/dansko-kate-stone-distressed" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/dansko-kate-stone-distressed</a><br /> The stone is a more interesting color than the brown in person. The soles of the stone match the top part exactly which I think looks less choppy. They are a good mix of warm and cool.<br /> I think the distressed leather makes them a bit funky and they actually worked with my skinny jeans.They are sturdy and might fit the bill. Thank you Maya!<br /> I will post when I make a decision or need more help.<br /> Londonkiwi- would ,love to meet for tea. I think I will post a separate thread and see if anyone is up for a London and Scotland get together. I do not know how many members live near either place. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking/page/2#post-166480 Sat, 05 Jun 2010 10:57:39 +0000 April 166480@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We aim to please, Kristen. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking/page/2#post-166479 Sat, 05 Jun 2010 10:55:06 +0000 Kristen 166479@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay so far *I* want to get the AK Anne Klein and the Bocce heels. You ladies are a terrible influence!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking/page/2#post-166478 Sat, 05 Jun 2010 10:53:33 +0000 April 166478@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jean -- a couple more possibilities (all on sale!):</p> <p><a href="http://www.footsmart.com/Product.aspx?ProductId=8105&#038;cm_vc=recs_pp_io" rel="nofollow">http://www.footsmart.com/Produ.....recs_pp_io</a> in brown or bordeaux</p> <p><a href="http://www.footsmart.com/Product.aspx?ProductId=8107&#038;cm_vc=recs_pp_io" rel="nofollow">http://www.footsmart.com/Produ.....recs_pp_io</a> in brown</p> <p><a href="http://www.footsmart.com/Product.aspx?ProductId=7946&#038;cm_vc=recs_pp_io" rel="nofollow">http://www.footsmart.com/Produ.....recs_pp_io</a> interesting color called "iron" but they have a burgundy as well </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking/page/2#post-166457 Sat, 05 Jun 2010 07:37:26 +0000 londonkiwi (now back in NZ) 166457@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Firstly - what an amazing holiday - my kind of trip, I would love to know what is on the schedule in London and you are going to the festival/tattoo/fringe in Edinburgh right? </p> <p>Secondly, I think you need both a pair of closed in shoes and a pair in sandals. I know that England has a reputation for rubbish weather, but it can get hot and sticky and sandals fit the bill in that type of weather. Plus, being able to change your shoes does wonders for sore feet! In fact for 14 days, I would take at least 3 pairs of shoes minimum - so one nicer closed to, one pair of sandals and a pair of converse or similar.</p> <p>For closed toe shoes, how about a pair of Clarks like these - <a href="http://www.clarks.co.uk/find/bestseller-is-bestseller/enduses-is-casual/product-is-20339633" rel="nofollow">http://www.clarks.co.uk/find/b.....s-20339633</a> . I bought these with a MOTG friend and she loves them!</p> <p>I also recently, at the suggestion of someone on the forum (I'm sorry I can't remember who) got a couple of pairs of these inner soles - <a href="http://prettypinktoes.co.uk/insoles.aspx" rel="nofollow">http://prettypinktoes.co.uk/insoles.aspx</a> . They feel amazing and have kept my feet cool and comfy...</p> <p>Lastly, anytime for a cup of tea? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking/page/2#post-166399 Sat, 05 Jun 2010 01:19:52 +0000 Sparky 166399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ECCO makes a lot of great shoes and some might fit the bill for you. For example ~</p> <p><a href="http://vip.zappos.com/ecco-flair-mary-jane-coffee-costa-rica-coffee-suede" rel="nofollow">http://vip.zappos.com/ecco-fla.....ffee-suede</a><br /> The first two reviews are from people who wore them during travels in Europe. Don't know if these are funky enough for you though? </p> <p>Another ECCO mary jane:<br /> <a href="http://vip.zappos.com/ecco-image-mary-jane-cognac-antic-brush-off-leather" rel="nofollow">http://vip.zappos.com/ecco-ima.....ff-leather</a> </p> <p>Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking/page/2#post-166311 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 17:28:17 +0000 annagybe 166311@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can't really recommend a specific style, but make sure you break them in before go. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking/page/2#post-166245 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 13:47:55 +0000 Aparna 166245@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How about these?</p> <p><a href="http://www.modcloth.com/store/ModCloth/Womens/Scholarly+Method+Flat" rel="nofollow">http://www.modcloth.com/store/.....ethod+Flat</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166183 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 07:08:54 +0000 wilson 166183@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok, so I know you said no or 1" heel, BUT I have these shoes and they are incredibly comfortable. They are my walking shoes for when I go into the city. They look great with skinnies as well as dresses with or without tights and they are a neutral color so they go with just about everything. They have a 2.5" heel but something about the way they are constructed makes them work just right. They are super sturdy, no wobbling. I know I'm going out on a limb by throwing these into the mix for you but I am so impressed that I am willing to take any heat. I've walked the wet, slippery cobblestone all the way up to Edinburgh castle and back down so I totally know what kind of terrain you are looking at and I would do it in these. If you are still reading this and considering it as an option, do buy one size up. I wear a 38 euro size (8 US size) and ordered a 39 and they fit beautifully.</p> <p><a href="http://www.modcloth.com/store/ModCloth/Womens/Shoes/Bocce+Heel" rel="nofollow">http://www.modcloth.com/store/.....Bocce+Heel</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166174 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 05:13:15 +0000 Gaylene 166174@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just got back from the UK. I wore these Clark's in London and Oxford. Even had a couple of compliments on them from a couple of youngsters. :)</p> <p><a href="http://www.ecco.com/ca/en/collection/women/casual/45183/50669/detail.do" rel="nofollow">http://www.ecco.com/ca/en/coll...../detail.do</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166173 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 05:09:00 +0000 Scarlet 166173@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That is a tall order, my friend.<br /> What about socks with ankle boots a la this link I discovered from another thread:<br /> <a href="http://www.refinery29.com/4-fresh-tricks-to-wear-your-summer-socks.php/slideshow/1/image/0/" rel="nofollow">http://www.refinery29.com/4-fr.....1/image/0/</a><br /> Can't get much more comfy and supportive than that. As I recall you have long legs, so it would probably look good on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166171 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 04:03:18 +0000 Refugee 166171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are my favorite running around 'cute shoes'.<br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/ak-anne-klein-buttons-black-black" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/ak-anne-.....lack-black</a></p> <p>They have a cushioned sole that keeps my feet comfy like sneakers. I do put an insole with an arch support in them. But I have a very high arch. These come in several color combinations and look equally cute with skinny jeans or dresses/skirts. I love these shoes and have gotten compliments on them from the young fashionistas in my office. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166151 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 02:48:21 +0000 greenglove 166151@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Maya and everyone!<br /> I like the merrell brio but cannot find the saddle color in my size. My other question is can any of these type shoes be worn with skinnies- most of my jeans are that style. I have a few bootcuts that are more for heels. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166141 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 02:12:50 +0000 Maya 166141@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think Sihaya has mentioned Josef Seibel being very comfortable for when she is doing a lot of standing and I like these:</p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/josef-seibel-paula-01-empoli-black" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/josef-se.....poli-black</a></p> <p>The review also says they are good travel shoes.</p> <p>These could work too:</p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/josef-seibel-cora-mirage-como-black-choco?zlfid=111" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/josef-se.....?zlfid=111</a></p> <p>No experience with Merrell but I know a lot of people swear by them:</p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/merrell-brio-black-leather?zlfid=111" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/merrell-.....?zlfid=111</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/merrell-oceania-lava-nubuck" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/merrell-oceania-lava-nubuck</a><br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/merrell-plaza-flaunt-smooth-black" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/merrell-.....ooth-black</a><br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/merrell-spire-emme-black-leather" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/merrell-.....ck-leather</a><br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/merrell-plie-black-1" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/merrell-plie-black-1</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166128 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 01:43:55 +0000 Kristen 166128@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Check out Barking Dog Shoes for lots of reviews of comfortable, sturdy shoes. </p> <p><a href="http://www.barkingdogshoes.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.barkingdogshoes.com/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166097 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 01:01:09 +0000 Rosie 166097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have failed to mention how fantastic your trip sounds!! </p> <p>The distressed brown sounds like a perfect color for you!</p> <p>These Keens are less gear-like:<br /> <a href="http://www.keenfootwear.com/product/ss10/shoes/women/market%20street/clifton%20ballerina" rel="nofollow">http://www.keenfootwear.com/pr.....0ballerina</a><br /> <a href="http://www.keenfootwear.com/product/ss09/shoes/women/market%20street/wear%20around%20mj" rel="nofollow">http://www.keenfootwear.com/pr.....round%20mj</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166096 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 01:00:55 +0000 Maya 166096@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jean, they are definitely not dainty shoes, but I don't think you want dainty shoes for lots of walking right? Walking shoes should be sturdy, supportive, and protective, which isn't easy to come by in a dainty shoe. I don't think they are too clunky though. They will be way more versatile than sneakers or gearish shoes and will work with casual skirt and dress outfits.</p> <p>I actually posted the link specifically because I thought the distressed brown would be perfect for you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166094 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:57:26 +0000 Mamapicklejuice 166094@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The distressed brown color of those Danskos are SO you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166088 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:49:00 +0000 greenglove 166088@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maya,<br /> I like those- are they too clunky?<br /> Do you like the distressed brown color for me?<br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/dansko-kate-black-pull-up" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/dansko-kate-black-pull-up</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166081 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:39:35 +0000 chewyspaghetti 166081@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Converse are the only things that work for me for lots of walking.<br /> Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166079 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:35:46 +0000 Maya 166079@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Would these work? Yes they are Danskos but they are not clogs and they are not gearish. You know they'll be orthopedically correct. </p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/dansko-kate-black-pull-up" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/dansko-kate-black-pull-up</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166077 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:28:19 +0000 greenglove 166077@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rosie., those are the ones! I will let you know how they work out- I think they are cute!<br /> I understand how important comfort is but I will be in very fashionable cities going to the theater with trendy college art and theater students- I am really searching for something as non- gear as possible. Keen are great but too gearish for this trip although those Maryjanes are cute. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166064 Thu, 03 Jun 2010 23:52:23 +0000 njw 166064@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I will second the Keen recommendation. Most are water proof and even with my fussy feet I consider them great walking shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166061 Thu, 03 Jun 2010 23:41:04 +0000 Kristine 166061@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My go to walking shoes are Keen. They're super comfortable! Some are more like gear, but they do have some flats.</p> <p><a href="http://www.keenfootwear.com/product/ss10/shoes/women/market%20street/midori%20mj/rust" rel="nofollow">http://www.keenfootwear.com/pr.....%20mj/rust</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fab-funky-functional-shoes-for-serious-travel-walking#post-166057 Thu, 03 Jun 2010 23:29:53 +0000 ladyjane 166057@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't have personal experience with this brand El naturalista but my sil who also has fussy feet did use this brand for Disney world. She loved them. You may want to pm Renata I think I saw her sporting a pair. </p>