https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:23:19 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846963 Thu, 21 Sep 2017 18:11:58 +0000 MovingFashionForward 1846963@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks so much for these further suggestions. I will do some experimenting and I may report back later if I make any further discoveries that might help someone else here.</p> <p>Sarah </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846755 Thu, 21 Sep 2017 01:28:11 +0000 Anonymous 1846755@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you are willing, Dansko carries some basic dress shoes that would blend well with a skirt or dress pants.&nbsp; Their are known for their arch support, roomy toe box, and comfort for several hours so that may also be a brand you would want to consider.&nbsp; Their loafer and oxford styles are classic and would blend with many neutral colored items.&nbsp; Some also have a removable insole which would help if you needed to add orthotics or a different footbed for comfort. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846680 Wed, 20 Sep 2017 20:15:55 +0000 The Cat 1846680@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I suggest round-toe black ballet pumps, either with built-in support or roomy enough for inserts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846566 Wed, 20 Sep 2017 12:51:19 +0000 Bijou 1846566@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have had Munro and Beautifeel shoes and can vouch for how comfortable they are. I also love Ecco and Paul Green shoes. The Paul Green's would have to be low heeled, but their shoes are well constructed. I would also take more than one pair of shoes.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846553 Wed, 20 Sep 2017 11:54:24 +0000 Suz 1846553@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You might find something from Vince Camuto, but I would try on some of the comfort brands and see what your foot likes best.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846459 Wed, 20 Sep 2017 00:09:10 +0000 MovingFashionForward 1846459@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you SO MUCH, everyone, for all these wonderful suggestions. I really appreciate it. </p> <p>Suz, I will be wearing dresses or skirts, not trousers. My go-to shoe brands (to the extent that I have any) are Vince Camuto, Dr Martens, Topshop and Valentine Gauthier, but I'm not sure they would be a source of nondescript/invisible business formal shoes.</p> <p>I will probably buy a few different pairs from these terrific suggestions -- thanks!</p> <p>Sarah </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846324 Tue, 19 Sep 2017 16:48:05 +0000 stella belly 1846324@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What i like from the selection wish to get it. Beautiful color, to offer style suits on any color dress. Love it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846261 Tue, 19 Sep 2017 14:33:44 +0000 Angie 1846261@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I echo Suz, Firecracker and Gaylene.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846155 Tue, 19 Sep 2017 05:37:41 +0000 Gaylene 1846155@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Munro and Beautifeel would be my first choices. Both served me well when I was on my feet for 10-12 hour teaching days week after week. Switching heel heights during long days was also a help, as well as a well-padded, supportive insole. Beautifeel shoes are pricey but their styles were usually more elegant than the Munro styles IMO.<br /> <a href="http://www.beautifeel.com/en/fall-collection-2018" rel="nofollow">http://www.beautifeel.com/en/fall-collection-2018</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846151 Tue, 19 Sep 2017 05:19:12 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1846151@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I second LaPed's suggestions of Munro. I think the steel shank makes them particularly supportive for long days on one's feet. I used to have the Cindi--it's been around for ages--and it was super comfy. It was great for business travel and lots of walking. I also wore that style in my first year in retail, standing on concrete for 8 hours. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846076 Tue, 19 Sep 2017 00:00:35 +0000 binkle 1846076@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Naturalizer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846065 Mon, 18 Sep 2017 22:38:22 +0000 Jenn 1846065@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aerosoles work really well for me for comfortable, but still formal shoes. They have several styles, at every heel height, that might work.</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.aerosoles.com/store/jump/product/Major-Role-Dress-Pump/MAJOR-ROL">http://www.aerosoles.com/store...../MAJOR-ROL</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.aerosoles.com/store/jump/product/Mouse-Pad-Tailored-Dress-Pump/MOUSE-PAD">http://www.aerosoles.com/store...../MOUSE-PAD</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.aerosoles.com/store/jump/product/Shore-Thing-Dress-Pump/SHORE-THI?color=004">http://www.aerosoles.com/store.....?color=004</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846049 Mon, 18 Sep 2017 21:36:36 +0000 ClaraT 1846049@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a pair of low heeled pumps from Clarks that are invisible (I think that is the perfect term for low heeled black pumps). They come in wide and were the precursors to this one:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.clarksusa.com/us/womens/womens-heels/womens-wide-fit-heels/rosalyn-belle-black-leather/p/26111581">http://www.clarksusa.com/us/wo.....leather/p/</a><br />Fashion forward? No. But if you get them in wide, they will not pinch and you can wear them with pants or skirts. I would also recommend hush puppies in general. One more strategy is to search Zappos for black pumps that come in wide and have a heel under 1.75 inches (<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.zappos.com/pumps-women-black-shoes/CK_XAToClhRCAQN6AtkEggEDlYAFqgEBA8ABAeICBgEIGAcPFQ.zso?t=pumps">https://www.zappos.com/pumps-w.....IGAcPFQ.zs</a>). I used black pumps as the search term, but of course you can use "metallic" or "tan" or whatever. Then check out the ratings/reviews...<br />PS I like Rachy's oxford suggestion, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846029 Mon, 18 Sep 2017 20:17:17 +0000 Greyscale 1846029@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been impressed by the style : comfort combination of Gentle Souls shoes. I haven't owned any though. </p> <p>Or you might be able to fit a high quality insole into something like these Vince flats. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846026 Mon, 18 Sep 2017 20:04:02 +0000 LaPed 1846026@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would be looking at Munro, hands down. Conservative look, huge size range, and very supportive and well-made. Find a local dealer who can do sizing and try-ons. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846025 Mon, 18 Sep 2017 20:03:30 +0000 Suz 1846025@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Will you be wearing pants or dresses/ skirt suits, Sarah?&nbsp;</p> <p>I think perhaps a formal flat (if flats are comfy for you) OR a wedge with a bit of a lift, or a small block heel would be best. It depends on your feet. Do you have some go-to brands?&nbsp;</p> <p>The toes on a few of these might be too pointy, but you get the idea. Note that you might be able to take a slightly pointier toe if the heel is not high. Less pressure on the front of the foot.&nbsp;</p> <p>If wearing pants, a dressy oxford could be your solution.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846024 Mon, 18 Sep 2017 20:03:17 +0000 DonnaF 1846024@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Would it be at all possible for you to carry one or even two pairs of shoes so that you can switch shoes part way through the day?</p> <p>I second rachylou's suggestion of lace-up oxfords. Oh, and BodyGlide.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846020 Mon, 18 Sep 2017 19:50:21 +0000 rachylou 1846020@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For 14 hours: lace-up, block-heeled oxford 'pumps' with an insert (!)</p> <p>I'm thinking of myself, because that long... my own feet would need more support than a slip on shoe... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/invisible-business-formal-comfortable-shoes#post-1846016 Mon, 18 Sep 2017 19:41:50 +0000 MovingFashionForward 1846016@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>To my surprise, I have discovered a wardrobe hole and am hoping that someone out there may have some suggestions WRT the shoes part of it. I have a series of gruelling speaking engagements to dress for, that involve being actively on my feet for a large part of each 14-hour day, for 3 days back to back each time. There is a specific dress requirement of business formal that is invisible, such that my clothes and shoes will in no way distract the audience from what I'm saying.</p> <p>Normally, for speaking engagements I would wear my most conservative pointy-toe slim heels, but after wearing those for 14 hours recently, my feet hurt for several days afterwards, such that I needed to wear Dr Martens for the next week. Dr Martens would of course be comfortable but they do not in any way meet the criterion of "invisible business formal". I realised that despite my large footwear collection I do not own any suitable shoes, and I wonder if anyone here can recommend any soft leather&nbsp;super-comfortable (no pointy toes) invisible business formal (boring) shoes rather than ones that are trendy or eye catching in any way?</p> <p>My feet are wide and shallow, BTW.</p> <p>Sarah </p>