16 Best Walking Shoes for Women That Are Comfy & Cute, Per Podiatrists

Best Overall: Hoka Clifton 10″,”dek”:[“div”,[“ul”,[“li”,[“strong”,”Pros:”],” Supportive and plush but not too stiff; lightweight; secure upper that’s not too rigid; has APMA Seal of Acceptance”],[“li”,[“strong”,”Cons:”],” May feel too thick and cushy for anyone used to flatter, more minimalist styles”]],[“p”,”Unless you live under a sneaker-less rock, you’ve probably spotted all sorts of people passing you on the street, at the gym, or at the grocery store sporting “,[“a”,{“href”:”https://www.glamour.com/story/best-hoka-walking-shoes”,”target”:”_blank”},”Hoka walking shoes”],” with their hefty heel heights (the thickness of the sole, measured from the ground up to the point where the foot sits).”],[“p”,”Podiatrists consistently recommend the brand’s footwear for comfortable shoes, including the latest Clifton 10. “It has won the “,[“a”,{“href”:”https://www.apma.org/patients-and-the-public/apma-seal-program-footwear-products/?srchTerm=27%7C8″,”target”:”_blank”,”rel”:”nofollow”},”American Podiatric Medical Association”],” (APMA) Seal of Acceptance multiple times,” says “,[“a”,{“href”:”https://www.bocaratonfootcare.com/doctors/dr-jason-gold/”,”target”:”_blank”,”rel”:”nofollow”},”Jason Gold, DPM”],”, a board-certified podiatrist with “,[“a”,{“href”:”https://www.bocaratonfootcare.com/locations/boynton-beach/”,”target”:”_blank”,”rel”:”nofollow”},”Foot, Ankle & Leg Vein Center”],” in Boynton Beach, Florida. Despite the sneaker’s ample arch support and layers of max cushioning, it’s impressively lightweight, which allows you to walk for more significant periods with less stress and strain on the musculoskeletal system of the lower extremity, says Gold. This 10th iteration of the style now has an 8-mm heel stack (instead of the 5 mm of earlier models) that supports the foot’s natural rocking motion, helping you move further without expending as much pressure and energy.”],[“p”,”“I walk my puppy a minimum of three miles per weekday and up to seven on the weekend. No matter our distance, the Hoka Clifton is my go-to shoe for walking her because the foam insole cradles my foot, rather than allowing the weight of my foot to sink in like my body on a memory foam mattress,” says “,[“em”,”Glamour”],” contributor “,[“a”,{“href”:”https://www.glamour.com/contributor/gabrielle-kassel”,”target”:”_blank”},”Gabrielle Kassel”],”. “I also love that slim profile of the upper, which keeps my foot secure without feeling too snug. What sets it apart from the earlier models I’ve worn is how much va-va-voom I get per step. 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Best Overall: Hoka Clifton 10

Best Flats for Walking: Vionic Alameda Flats”,”dek”:[“div”,[“ul”,[“li”,[“strong”,”Pros:”],” Available in three widths; contoured footbed aligns the foot; impressive shock absorption; has APMA Seal of Acceptance”],[“li”,[“strong”,”Cons:”],” Not as supportive as a sneaker (but above average for a flat)”]],[“p”,[“a”,{“href”:”https://www.glamour.com/gallery/best-mary-janes”,”target”:”_blank”},”Mary Janes”],” are one of the biggest shoe trends of 2025—they have a timeless silhouette and are versatile to style with denim and dresses. But like most flat shoes, they’re not usually a popular option for foot health. This isn’t the case with Vionic’s Alameda “,[“a”,{“href”:”https://www.glamour.com/gallery/best-ballet-flats”,”target”:”_blank”},”ballet flat”],”, which “,[“a”,{“href”:”https://doctorglassslipper.com/meet-podiatrist/”,”target”:”_blank”,”rel”:”nofollow”},”Casey Ann Pidich, DPM”],”, a podiatrist at NYU Bellevue Hospital, recommends for its arch support. “The shoe’s insole is designed to align the foot properly, reducing overpronation and alleviating strain on the plantar fascia,” she says. “The contoured footbed cradles the arch, providing consistent support that you won’t find in an average Mary Jane flat.” They’re “,[“a”,{“href”:”https://www.glamour.com/story/how-to-wear-flat-shoes-with-dresses-skirts-and-jeans-in-fall-2025″,”target”:”_blank”},”easy to style”],”, come in three widths, and have an adjustable Velcro strap that makes them easy to take on and off (and to give a custom fit).”],[“p”,[“strong”,”Type:”],” Flat | “,[“strong”,”Heel drop:”],” 0 mm | “,[“strong”,”Heel height:”],” 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Best Flats for Walking: Vionic Alameda Flats