https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:50:31 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2248149 Sat, 15 Jan 2022 22:05:02 +0000 em 2248149@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Merrell perforated shoes.<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.merrell.com/US/en/waterpro-pandi-2/44505W.html?dwvar_44505W_color=J033190">https://www.merrell.com/US/en/.....or=J033190</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2248144 Sat, 15 Jan 2022 21:45:07 +0000 Chiara 2248144@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks UmmLila! I’ve had Geox in the past, and they are a good lightweight shoe and often good for a narrow foot.<br /> Guest, to find brands for my AA width feet, I often start with looking at Nordstrom’s. Then I look to see if those brands are available locally- if only to go and try on to check sizing. Often there will be something available locally, but just in 1 or limited colors. Then I decide whether to import or not. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2248088 Sat, 15 Jan 2022 14:54:23 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 2248088@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like Geox shoes for summer walking, and plan to get a new pair next summer. They have some kind of breathable membrane technology.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2248014 Sat, 15 Jan 2022 00:31:46 +0000 guest 2248014@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Which brand are your flats shoes chiara? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2247997 Fri, 14 Jan 2022 22:17:46 +0000 Chiara 2247997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks birdie, I’ll check the brand out.<br /> Guest, no heels for me, I love my flats! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2247921 Fri, 14 Jan 2022 15:30:28 +0000 guest 2247921@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Chiara wear sandals with heels at summer. They are comfortable for walking. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2247902 Fri, 14 Jan 2022 12:25:54 +0000 birdie99 2247902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi @chiara. I’m also in Australia and my fussy feet have had some luck with Frankie4 shoes which are mostly online (free shipping and returns) plus they have a few boutiques too. Might be worth looking there. Good luck!<br /> <a href="https://frankie4.com/" rel="nofollow">https://frankie4.com/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2247144 Sat, 08 Jan 2022 23:49:16 +0000 Chiara 2247144@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni, I agree about the sameness! But my biggest issue is that I need narrow width shoes- and many Au retailers don’t carry them, or only carry v limited styles at vast expense! So I import most of my shoes from the US, I get a better range and it’s typically cheaper.<br /> I know what works for a dressier shoe, and I live in Munro sandals all summer for walking. But Munro closed shoes are, in my experience, definitely a winter shoe (for my climate). Naturalizer N width is ok for dressy shoes, but slip a bit- I couldn’t do solid walking in them.<br /> Anyway, lots of good options suggested, I’ll find something! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2247128 Sat, 08 Jan 2022 22:03:03 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2247128@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>On the sockless question—I’m comfortable in all of mine without socks.<br /> Happy hunting! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2247125 Sat, 08 Jan 2022 21:55:48 +0000 Jenni NZ 2247125@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Speaking of Australia Chiara, could you possibly put in your profile that you live there? Last night I was wading through your old posts to find that out! Just because I was a bit surprised how easily you looked up Ziera which was originally a NZ brand, sadly went into liquidation during the pandemic and was bought by the ubiquitous Munro Footwear Group in Australia. (Who, although they are ubiquitous, I have bought from a number of times using Styletread and a different time Midas, both of which are more of their brands. They’re very good at what they do, I just feel there becomes a bit much sameness about the styles, but what can you do?)<br /> I sometimes wear comfy sandals to walk or else slip-on sneakers, one Skechers and one Supersoft by Diana Ferrari (another Munro brand I think). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2247121 Sat, 08 Jan 2022 21:45:34 +0000 Chiara 2247121@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are all great suggestions, thanks everyone, I can see some happy hours of internet browsing ahead!</p> <p>I was trying to think back to what worked in past years- I remember that leather sneakers/closed shoes were ok, so long as the leather is essentially unlined (and that means the leather needs to be soft, seams well finished etc).</p> <p>I have long, narrow, low volume feet, so that is what makes finding shoes challenging. Many of the shoe retailers here (Australia) either don’t import narrow fittings, or only a very limited range, so I often have to ship internationally. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2247110 Sat, 08 Jan 2022 20:43:57 +0000 Roberta 2247110@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love my Eccos, but leather is too hot for summer walking. I got some perforated Skechers for my hikes, but they might be too sporty for you.</p> <p>I have worn out a couple of pairs of Rieker slipons (from The Walking Company) in my life; they can be worn without socks and are well cushioned. But the Mittel Europa look isn't for everyone.&nbsp;</p> <p>Perhaps Ilse Jacobsen sneakers would work for you? I have a silver pair that I bought randomly at the Rack and just love.</p> <p>The key word for me in the summer is is "perforated"! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2247057 Sat, 08 Jan 2022 14:54:43 +0000 kkards 2247057@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love sneakers, but for hot summer days I find that leather sneakers are often too hot, so look for mesh or cotton. &nbsp;Also fishermen type sandals, I have not tried the brand in these finds, but my mother loves them </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2247054 Sat, 08 Jan 2022 14:26:13 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2247054@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I second Firecracker’s suggestion of Cole Haan. </p> <p>The first two finds here are my own closed-toe shoes for summer. Both have all leather uppers; one has a very flexible sole while the other is more rigid. I do a lot of walking and am comfortable wearing either of these for miles. The black shoes are “the ones that got away”—the last pair in my size was snapped up before I could get them. I include them to suggest you try shoes with cut-outs. The final pair, with white in front, were stolen from my doorstep. They were wonderful, with all the support my foot needs, a full enough back piece that my heel didn’t slip around, closed toes, a secure strap and a T-strap to resolve the issue some people can have with d’orsays slipping off, but they still looked summery and sandal-like. </p> <p>Have you looked into hiking sandals at all? Idk if they are what you want stylistically, but REI has many options. Skip over the glorified flip-flops, but check out the Merrills, Tevas, Keens, and similar <a href="https://www.rei.com/c/womens-sandals" rel="nofollow">https://www.rei.com/c/womens-sandals</a></p> <p>Good luck &amp; happy hiking! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2247052 Sat, 08 Jan 2022 13:16:48 +0000 Staysfit 2247052@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The most comfy summer shoes I have ever owned were Reikers. &nbsp;Second best were Naot. &nbsp;Third, Beautifeel. &nbsp;I like Ecco and Paul Green sneakers although they are often too warm in summer. &nbsp;I have a narrow heel and high arch so maybe not a good comparison to your foot. &nbsp;Another shoe brand many of my friends seem to like is Munro. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2247043 Sat, 08 Jan 2022 06:28:10 +0000 Anonymous 2247043@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with cat2 about wearing D’Orsay flats for summer. &nbsp;I also like espadrilles ( Eileen Fisher) flats and sometimes sneakers but prefer slipons rather than mess with shoe laces. &nbsp;Jeiiy flats and Crocs are other favorites in summer. &nbsp;These can be hosed off and even put in the washer if they get muddy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2247006 Sat, 08 Jan 2022 00:28:20 +0000 Angie 2247006@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fashion sneakers. Go for Euro brands like:</p> <p>ECCO, Gabor, Paul Green and Rieker. LOTS to choose from!&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2246996 Fri, 07 Jan 2022 23:13:51 +0000 Chiara 2246996@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for all suggestions!<br /> I’ve had keen shoes in the past- excellent for hiking through rainforest but enormous.<br /> Lozz-Oz I’m looking at ziera- they have a closed toe sandal that would be perfect but they say the width is extra wide. How did you find the width? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2246978 Fri, 07 Jan 2022 21:59:09 +0000 lozz_oz 2246978@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Seconding cat2 suggestion for shoes with cutouts/perforations. I added a pair of white leather lace ups with cutouts for times when I want a look other than a sneaker. They are by Ziera ( not sure if that brand is available to you) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2246955 Fri, 07 Jan 2022 21:02:19 +0000 rachylou 2246955@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Keen shoes seem popular amongst the walking crowd. I just got some Keen workboots and so far so good </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2246901 Fri, 07 Jan 2022 14:00:08 +0000 cat2 2246901@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe some D’Orsay flats from a comfort brand like Nisolo or Naturalizer? The D’Orsay cutouts are cute and summery, but you still have a full heel and toe. I also have a pair of flats with perforated leather that are summery. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2246892 Fri, 07 Jan 2022 09:04:32 +0000 Chiara 2246892@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Bijou and Firecracker! I’d not heard of Frank Green, will check them out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2246880 Fri, 07 Jan 2022 04:48:54 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2246880@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love sneakers for summer walking, too, but the Ecco's haven't worked for me. My best ones have been Mephisto and Cole Haan. I'm also a Paul Green devotee. Mine are all pretty athletic-inspired, so maybe not the styles you're looking for. </p> <p>And yes, sneakers can be hot, but I avoid blisters by wearing no-show socks with them. Which is a whole other trial--finding the ones that stay put. I have found Stance to work the best for me. </p> <p>Another thought: Naot makes a lot of fun styles, and they have some footbeds/lasts that are designed for narrower feet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2246861 Fri, 07 Jan 2022 01:35:52 +0000 Bijou 2246861@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I prefer Paul Green sneakers to the Ecco's due to having a narrow foot. These are mine and they are great for walking. The ribbon laces make them a little more dressy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/suggestions-requested-closed-shoes-for-summer-walking#post-2246858 Fri, 07 Jan 2022 00:42:43 +0000 Chiara 2246858@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Happy New Year!</p> <p>I’ve been evaluating my wardrobe (as have many of us) and identified that I need some comfortable closed shoes for urban walking in summer. I live in a warm climate- and we often have humid rainy weather in summer. I love walking around my city, but sandals just don’t provide enough protection from damp gravel and pavements, and often don’t grip slippery pavements well either. But a lot of the closed shoes I’ve tried are just too hot- and then I get blisters.</p> <p>The Wishlist is:<br /> -provide excellent shock absorption for my tetchy Achilles’ tendon<br /> -fit narrow and low volume feet, but can cope with some warm weather swelling<br /> -could be sneakers/joggers, but ideally not too much like sports gear</p> <p>I know many of you love the Ecco sneakers, and I think they look pretty good, but do you think they’d work? Have you found an alternative?</p> <p>All suggestions gratefully received. </p>