8 COMFORTABLE SUMMER SHOES (What To Look For & AVOID) 2024

A summer shoe guide to help you look for shoes that are comfortable and stylish.
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→ For reference, I'm 5'3 or 160cm in height. My usual size is a XS or US 0-2 and AU 6. I wear a W26 in jeans and often size up for pants to AU8, US 2-4.
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I'm a 37.5, most of the time if there are no half sizes, I take 38. For Bared Footwear, I find them to run true to size but as they are wider and have insoles that help adjust sizing, I can go down to 37 (as opposed to 38)
Bared Footwear fisherman sandals 37 (in between and sized down) bit.ly/3z44HDf
Bared Footwear gold sandals 37 (in between and sized down) bit.ly/4eoEfV2
Bared Footwear espadrilles 38 (in between and sized up) bit.ly/4eptTEk
Carel Kina Mary Jane 37.5 (mine is burgundy) bit.ly/45qU2OY
→ Dupe: Bared Partridge Shoe bit.ly/4cr7qVL
Ancient Greek Sandals - Thais Comfort 38 bit.ly/3KLz5Vt
Ancient Greek Sandals - With Tortoiseshell Buckles 38 bit.ly/45rYL2S
Ancient Greek Sandals - thinner 2 strap design 38 similar alternative bit.ly/3Vry1v1
Sezane Croc Embossed Sandals 38 bit.ly/3XoW2Fq
New Balance 574s 38 bit.ly/3z4SWwg
Tod's Loafers 38 bit.ly/3KKVa6x
→ Dupe: Bared Footwear loafer alternative bit.ly/3VKYc0M
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wearing Uniqlo black bra top XS bit.ly/4bn8IAI
Lululemon sweatpants S (I prefer sizing up for a baggier look, my shade is bone) bit.ly/3RxnzB0
mini pearl necklace mejurifinecrew...
black broderie maxi skirt 32 (highly recommend sizing 1 size down) bit.ly/3VzDRvC
white t-shirt dress XS bit.ly/3VKAXnG
black polka dot t-shirt dress XS bit.ly/3VK5q5m
white cami crop top with bra insert XS bit.ly/3USZ7Mk
white shorts US4 bit.ly/3VJL7oJ
cream cotton trousers US4 bit.ly/4bfyxCJ
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brown pleated skirt 34 bit.ly/4chZCWN
purple floral midi skirt 34 bit.ly/4b0zYEt
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[@mizzle8]

I LOVE that a lot of Bared’s sandals will have an adjustable back strap in addition to an adjustable front strap. I think it’s why their straps don’t rub - you can place the strap wherever is the most comfortable for you. That and of course the leather is ridiculously soft and high quality.

[@DailyHelenJ]

Such a small detail but really does make it fit 10x better :) I don't know how they do it with the soft leather but I've never gotten a blister from any of their shoes.

[@jumplc]

Shoes that are adjustable are the best since I have wide feet, comfort is very important as I get older :)

[@DailyHelenJ]

Comfort always comes first :)) x

[@BarkleyDanner]

I still love my LV reverse monogram *jklux* clutch! It's versatile, fits a variety of items, and is definitely a workhorse! I think seeing it everywhere (like the LV speedy) is proof that it's already a classic.

[@eviozyra6300]

For sandals I also like when the footbed is suede leather, so even when your feet sweat, they don't slip around. I generally go for real shoe brands, like the brands specifies in making shoes. I have very sensitive and wider feet and I up on my feet all day, so only quality shoes are an Option.

[@debchaffin]

your tips makes so much sense! thanks for helping us out

[@mlcdc]

This is so helpful Helen, thank you so much! I realized I gravitate towards dainty and strappy sandals and this is probably why I get so many blisters.

[@DailyHelenJ]

I relate to this! I have so many battle scars with strappy sandals. Hopefully you can find a pair you love that's also comfy :)

[@BarkleyDanner]

I really love your taste and style always so chic. My faves would be the *jklux* leather backpack and the Swarovski pave diamond ring so gorg. Thank you for your recommendations.

[@aliceroyer419]

Hi Helen! Thank you for these very helpful tips and recommendations! I highly recommend you give the Onitsuka Tigers Mexico 66 a try! They are surprisingly the most confortable sneakers I have ever owned, eventhough they are quite thin. I have rather wide feet and do tons of walking everyday and they are the perfect fit for me. I have had two pairs for a little over a year now and they still look great! They are very supportive and lightweight and also super fun to style! There are tons of colours to choose from. I have a cream and muted blue pair and a burgundy and yellow pair and they are the cutest :) They run on the smaller size though, so you might want to size up half a size (I'm a 37 and I went for a 37.5). I hope that was helpful! Let me know if you give them a try!

[@anneannie1296]

Great video. all your tips sounded like my mom's reminders when we went for shoe shopping when I was a teen. but the stubborn in me always liked the nicer (not supportive) ones and now I'm regretting it 😭

[@tashakayatsky]

Aaahh! Thank you so much for this video!! I was just looking for summer sandals last night since my Alohas crossed espadrilles broke after 5 years. I do recommend, but I want to try a new style for my next pair.

[@janet8182]

Super helpful video as I am shopping for a pair of good loafers. Are the Tod's loafers heavy? Thank you.

[@Kaitaritz2013]

Thanks for this helpful video, I’ll definitely be checking out some of these brands.

[@elibennet9006]

The gold sandal is so pretty!!

[@newyorkcity25]

i've never replaced a leather sole with a rubber one before, how smart! how would you go about doing that? do you do it yourself, or do you go to a shoemaker? xx

[@Veroreadsbooks]

I bought the pelican boots from bared footwear because I was looking for boots that had either Blake stitching or a Goodyear welt. They are the prettiest shoes I own.

[@rundalina]

Fantastic advice. Thank you!

[@DailyHelenJ]

Thank you so much!! :) x

[@laetitias.3276]

Helen (!!!) you can’t do this to me I already bought my summer shoes they on their way 😭😭😭 PS : Still nice video tho thank you !

[@DailyHelenJ]

I hope you love your new shoes!! :) xx

[@shelmarsiscar7181]

i love your green bag. where is it from?

[@vt1527]

I never realised that apparently I have relatively narrow feet since they don’t look that narrow to me. However when I got fitted for off country ski boots the salesman told me that my feet are narrow which is why most ski boots won’t fit me properly since they are too wide and offer too little support. Luckily I then found my perfect pair of ski boots and usually don’t have problems with regular shoes in general 😊

[@DailyHelenJ]

The good news is that a lot of shoes fit narrow so you've got options :)) I have the opposite problem with ski boots where half of them are too narrow haha. Thank you for watching x

[@carolinexu9693]

Hi Helen, I’d love to know your thoughts on an Australian brand called Rollie - their loafers are the most comfortable I’ve ever tried

[@DailyHelenJ]

Hey Caroline, thanks for the recommendation! Let me look into them :) x

[@mauradonohue8465]

Omgosh, I am a bit of a Rollie addict! Their Weekender sneakers are feather light, and the fisherman sandals are so comfy and cool and fit my style perfectly! And I have recently purchased the loafers and agree with you! Even without socks there are no blisters in sight! 💜

[@hijlaa]

Yes to the New Balance 574. I love them and I love that they are not everywhere

[@DailyHelenJ]

Yess :) Not as popular as other styles but my favourite pair for comfort

[@cynthiapotter97]

Hi a Helen, could you explain why you personally sized up in the dark brown espadrilles? I also am a true 37.5, but I have rather narrow feet. I’m afraid if I size up, they will be too wide but if I size down, my toe will hang over the front. Can you explain the shoe a little more? I feel these shoes are just what I’m looking for but I don’t want to get the wrong size. I suppose I could get both and try them but I’d rather not.

[@notaclue822]

When it comes to sneakers, I get confused, but I have a nice black pair that seem to work with a lot of outfits. My choice of footwear is limited because like you, I walk a lot and I have fairly wide feet. My feet are also large and it's hard to find shoes that look good. I love your fisherman's sandals.

[@DailyHelenJ]

Thank you :) Ultimately, comfort is always first xx

[@Jdjjdndbdbbdjdjd]

Have you tried Birkenstock? I wonder how comfortable they are

[@cirrusm.2829]

Argh, I bought a pair of sandals for this summer. They're very comfortable and I can walk in them for hours, but in the end I don't love the aesthetics. Velcro just isn't too nice. That's really frustrating.

[@ge6140]

Please dooo a trainers video really loved this video

[@cherylhoang]

when it comes to sandals game, i'm still struggling. I need a pair of beautiful ones yet comfortable and having a little bit of platform at least 2 inches cause i'm only 5'4 -___-

[@DailyHelenJ]

I definitely get this! I love a platform or heel for a little lift :)

[@mauradonohue8465]

If you don’t mind a semi-chunky fisherman’s sandal, check out the Australian brand Rollie. I’m 5’3” and the thick sole is so comfortable.

[@Sabbbem]

Is your bared fisherman shoes in black or dark brown? Can’t seem to find dark brown shade 😢

[@DailyHelenJ]

Dark brown sadly they don't seem to do this shade anymore :(

[@geniej2378]

I want to love Bared footwear but they run narrow and my foot always spills on the side of their open shoes.

[@c.t.d.]

Same. I tried out a leather sandal from them and they were hands down the most uncomfortable, ill fitting shoe for my medium-wide foot.

[@DailyHelenJ]

I think there seems to be some differences from style to style. The gold pair I have are on the narrower side but my fisherman sandals are quite wide as with my canary boots (some of the widest fit shoes I've tried).

[@emmanuelleh7218]

I saw a cool flip flop-looking pair of sandals the other day I kept thinking about but I KNOW they're going to fall of my feet... This video is my sign I need to move on

[@DailyHelenJ]

Haha!! Glad this came at the right time :) Honestly, I get it tho, there are so many cute shoes out there but I know it'll be a pain when it comes to actually walking in them.

[@AndreeaDimaFotograf]

Hello! I have on my wishlist the camel ballet flats from Flattered. What do you think about them? Do you know if they are true to size and if they are comfortable? Do you have any other recommendations for camel ballet flats? Thank you!

[@AlannaLightheart]

I have seen @thankstofashion talking about the flattered shoes, she has a few pairs and says they run true to size (she has narrow feet) - worth checking out her channel as well if you were interested in that brand!

[@DailyHelenJ]

I'm not much of a ballet flats person so sadly can't comment myself but Alanna's comment is super helpful :)

[@AndreeaDimaFotograf]

Thank you a lot!

[@light2677]

Wear minimalist or barefoot shoes....

[@katerinaschenke819]

Kind of obsessed with bared now....dangerous!

[@t.h.1784]

It’s a challenge to find shoes that are size 35. 😢

[@passioncompassionhumorstyle]

To find the best shoes for YOUR feet you just have to try on any and every pair. One time I was in Vegas and they have all the high street brands there so l tried on everything. Only one brand fits me like a glove (Fendi), every other shoe was just really uncomfortable. Same applies to lower price points, regardless how trendy or popular they are. (Birkenstock comes to mind, it was just awful) So when you find a brand that fits you well, stick with them and ignore the rest. And never buy a new brand without trying it on first.

[@littlelady7843]

I totally agree with this. Shoes and pants are the two things that you have to try on to know whether it fits. That was hard lessons learned over many years after wasting a lot of money and time.

[@DailyHelenJ]

Trying on is ALWAYS the way to go :) However with some shoes e.g. loafers - I've had some that were uncomfortable to begin with but ended up being SUPER comfy. So knowing preferences and why certain things work also helps when we're deciding.

[@littlelady7843]

When I was younger, I had more patience to break in to new shoes. Now days I only buy shoes fit from the beginning, don’t require much break in. High quality shoes made with soft leather are like that. It does take more effort to find them. But one pair will last many years. It is worth if the effort.

[@szfrj]

❤

[@sallysobrepena4689]

I am so sorry in advance but it's there any chance of you clipping the microphone in your clothes so that both of your hands be free, Sorry again but it makes me tired looking at your hand holding it, Peace everyone

[@mercelo6882]

You should inform yourself about what footwear is good for health and the feet and about the footwear industry before talking about this matter.