Say Goodbye to FUGLY Sandals: These Blend Comfort, Support, and Style

[@beautybymarie908]

This was awesome! I have been having issues with my toes burning and the balls of my feet burning at the end of the day. I thought I was going to have to go to the podiatrist but after watching this awesome video.....it's the shoe! Thank you so much for this great info.

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

YEAH! I'm glad this was helpful.

[@mclaborn7701]

I’ve been trying to “preach” these principles to family who just want something inexpensive for ever! Thank you for putting it into a more scientific presentation. I really enjoyed the video!

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

You are so welcome! Hopefully you can convince those family members to start taking their comfortable sandals seriously. :)

[@mclaborn7701]

@@AdoreYourWardrobe The message finally got through after two knee and a hip replacement!!

[@elizabethafzal3900]

Wow! I have never seen such an informative video on what to look for when looking for a comfortable shoe. I suffer from foot pain quite often. I've only looked for arch support in the past. Now I know exactly what to look for. Thank you so much for such a valuable lesson😊

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

THANK YOU! I'm so glad this video was helpful!! Fashion is about knowledge and empowerment. It's a shame we all weren't taught these things in high school.

[@laurielenig9939]

And they continue to take away programs.

[@sandycosentino1042]

Great video!!! I’d love you to do this about regular shoes and boots etc!

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Thank you!! I’m so glad it was helpful.

[@annshreve3030]

Lots of concrete information. Ready to shop for sandals!

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

You and me both! It's so much easier when you know what to look for to make them comfortable.

[@GretchenHendi]

Excellent information. Thank you Kelly!

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

You are so welcome! Thanks for commenting!

[@marykayeccles5026]

Wish I had known these tips years ago. Excellent 👍🏻

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

I'm so glad it was so helpful!!

[@AmyStoffregen]

Thanks Kelly! Going to go check out my sandals...great info!

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

THANK YOU! Hope there are lots of them that meet the mark.

[@karencrecco2922]

I love Clark’s!

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Me too!

[@kathycorson2676]

Great video with important info. Thank you, Kelly!

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Glad it was helpful! You are welcome.

[@debrajohnson5772]

Good info but would love to have seen them on.

[@mchyde9645]

I wear Dansko, Burke stock and Vionic. They all have stylish looking ones. I don't feel funky in any of them. They grew with the times.

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

All great brands.

[@shashisharma5667]

Very informative, you really put so much efforts to make this video !!

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

THANK YOU! That was such a sweet compliment. I love teaching the ins and outs of fashion to make it easy for everyone. Everyone wants to have a comfortable sandal. But knowing what to look for makes you an empowered shopper too.

[@shashisharma5667]

@@AdoreYourWardrobesending u lots of love from Toronto ❤

[@barbaraweiss3119]

Excellent tips and tutorial! Most of my sandals pass the test! Good to know.

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Wonderful! It sounds like you are already a great shopper

[@yensid4294]

I have very flat feet & my feet roll inwards. I actually have medical orthotics for this issue but they only work in closed shoes (even then the orthodics make fit an issue since they take up depth) My main problem with sandals is width. Even wide sandals will often be too narrow thru the arch, espeially if a wedge style. I need a wider width for the toe box area (bunion) but have a narrow heel. Sigh. I need my heel to be stable. The style of the black sandals you are demonstrating would be great for me if they were wide enough & the arch support isn't too hard or too high. The ankle strap is perfect & what I now look for. Prefer adjustable straps for fit as well. I found that gladiator style sandals worked really well since I could add insoles easily if needed but it's nice to have something lighter looking & simpler that isn't rubber bands on cardboard :)

[@moniquemc4553]

Great video! Very well thought out and informative. Thank you!

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Glad it was helpful!!

[@janetjaken1389]

Do these rules apply to shoes and boots too? Thank you for a very helpful video.❤

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Great question. Since they are a different style of shoe - a boot is closed all around the foot and has a shaft and sandals are open around the foot - there will be some things that are similar (traction, elevation, arch support, etc. but some are different. I might make a video on this in the fall if it would help people.

[@jamilgotcher365]

I appreciate these tips. For some reason I thought I wanted my shoe to be bendy and not hard and unflexible. I'm 59 and I've really had to think about my feet this year. I've definitely become familiar with the brands you've mentioned. One of the things I'm sad about is Colehaan stopped making their zero grand shearling dweller mule/slip on. It's a super casual and comfortable shoe for wearing at home and sometimes on some errands. Can you recommend a replacement for this type of shoe? It's made with real sheepskin/shearling.

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

I don't have a recommendation for you on that kind of shoe. I'm sorry.

[@margarethogan4882]

My problem with the blue ones is foot stability at the top with the cris cross. I can not wear them as I fall out of them. The front bitt must come up the front of the foot more I think. Anyway I just came a cross your channel and it's great it's taken me years to figure out the most comfy sandles as I have a very high arch. Thank you so much for a great informational video ❤

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Fit is always going to be an individual thing. I have really long toes so I have to make sure the front toe strap doesn’t hit at a joint. So, the five points will always remain the same but how they are executed can change based upon n manufacturer and style.

[@oldgloryhillfarmturtlewoma9132]

That blue one was perfect. I bought a pair very much like that but the “lining” of the criss cross was unforgiving and had an edge that cut into my toes making them a horror to wear. The blue one looked like the criss cross was soft without that sharp edge. I also liked that the sole was wide enough for stability instead of narrowing down to a small footprint. Hopefully that shoe comes in more colors, and more importantly..a sz 5. I have a small foot and have a difficult time finding any shoes, much less a stylish, comfortable pair.

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

FIT is always going to personal to the wearer. So, even though I show you what to look for, you are going to need to try on the shoes and see how they feel on you.

[@kindredanastasia]

Sharp edges/straps can be filed down and conditioned (leather) or filed and possibly re-lined (fabric)

[@carolpeterson5515]

I live in Teva Tirra sandals most days. They are the epitome of your 5 qualities for a great shoe but are too casual for wearing with a dress. have been looking for a white sandal all summer that I can wear with a dress or nicer casual outfits. Either the shoes are too delicate, heel too high, or straps don’t hold my foot in place or if they do, cut into my foot. I have comfortable sandals in black and brown that fit my summer style needs but can’t find white. I know fashion sites are showing tennis shoes with almost everything, but I don’t get the look. That’s truly Fugly.

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Have you looked at either Naturalizer or Ecco or Softt. All have dressier sandals in colors (including white.) White Mountain is also another brand with lots of colors.

[@laurelhalper3751]

While I agree with your support spots, however, I often have a problem with the straps rubbing or cutting which in turn causes blisters or even rubbing the skin raw. Suggestions?

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

A couple of things. First, FIT is personal. So while I can give you suggestions, you still need to find shoes that fit your foot well. I have really long toes, so I have to be careful when I pick strappy sandals that they don't hit certain spots or I'm guaranteed a blister. Other things to keep in mind. 1. Material matters. Picking fabric or a suede vs strong leather or faux leather. 2. You may have a wide foot bed and didn't know it (or it's changed over time.) You can have a wide foot bed and a narrow heel. So you might want to try a wide option. Another option is to have a cobbler stretch the area that is problematic to give a better fit. 3. There are creams you can rub on your problem spots to help with rub. Also, deodorant works well for hot spots too.

[@dianekinyon6983]

I have been on a major search for a dressy sandal in a wide width, nude color, low heel that won't kill my feet and all I'm finding are granny sandals and "yellow" gold. It's so frustrating.

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Naturalizer and White Mountain are great options that have wide width.

[@kathleengarner9056]

I have a very high arch. None of these shoes you suggest would feel comfortable on me. No straps across my arch.

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

FIT is always going to personal to the wearer. So, even though I show you what to look for, you are going to need to try on the shoes and see how they feel on you.

[@veronicacares2077]

I only wear Birkenstocks. I have a high arches.

[@FaithinHim]

THANK YOU!!

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

You're welcome! ❤️

[@karenharper2266]

Why do narrow widths suck so much? I can't find one that doesn't look like something for a 100 year old woman ( that has given up).

[@fuzzy7766]

You had me with math and science 😂… retired Fashionista Engineer

[@Victoria48278]

Good info but I don’t like to have to sign up in order to get the links to the shoes.

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Why? You can always unsubscribe after you get the information? And it’s FREE.

[@nancybailey7459]

Wonderful information. As an older woman with health issues, PT has advised me to wear tennis shoes. Would this information work for me to get away from sneakers and back into other shoes occasionally?

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

If it were me, I'd pick a pair of sandals that had the five attributes (with all five points of stability) and walk around your house for awhile and see. Remember, pain is relative. If you just walk around your house, if the sandals don't work, you can take them back with no harm done.

[@kathysharp-o8m]

Yes please Where is the link??

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

It’s the description below the video.

[@JustineBourassa-x7m]

Great video ! What are your thoughts on backless high sandles?

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

It will depend on the rest of their supportive/comfortable attributes. If they are over 2 inches, it will be hard for them to be comfortable.

[@JustineBourassa-x7m]

Thanks

[@Lindrew83]

Great tips!

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Thank you!

[@Clovergirl7934]

I just don’t like the look of an ankle strap on my foot! I definitely need a heel strap so I feel more stable, but I don’t like the way an ankle strap cuts ones leg off! I prefer a stream line look.

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Definitely. The great thing is you don’t need all five points of stability, you need at least two. So if an ankle strap isn’t for you, you can choose other points instead.

[@Trenchant468]

All good. Now try this with a size 4 or 4 1/2 N foot. Oy. And Naturalizer just dropped these smaller sizes.

[@Trenchant468]

Anyone else out there? Some ideas: Bared Thierry Rabotin Walking Cradles

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

I don't want to argue, but I just checked Naturalizer's website and while they don't have a huge selection, there are several classic shoe styles (including sandals) in this size. Getting a 4.5 narrow, will be harder.

[@Trenchant468]

@@AdoreYourWardrobe No argument at all-just frustration because I agree with your points on support and comfort, but I can’t cheat on size with sandals. Checked Naturalizer and found 8 pairs total-dress sandals, pumps, and boots. I believe they may be leftover stock. I’ll check with them and let you know. Those of us with small feet are finding most brands are dropping our size. Trips to two Nordstrom Racks and to Nordstrom yielded…nothing. A few years ago, the sales woman, trying to find me sandals, ended up walking me up to children’s and offering me a floral Doc Martin combat boot. We are resorting to buying used and dead stock of our sizes on resale sites.

[@lisadyck9503]

I'm smarter now than I was 25 minutes ago. Thank you!

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Comments like this make me so happy. Fashion can be learned!!

[@victorialehmann6879]

What do I do when one of my feet leans toward being a club foot?

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

There are a couple of things you can do. One of my staff members struggles with a similar issue. She has purchased a "shoe stretcher" (you can find them on Amazon) and stretches the sandal on the foot she has issues with to give her a little bit more room. Also, make sure to look for sandals with cloth materials that have stretch in them to make it more comfortable. Hope this helps!

[@lesleycrane7474]

Thanks for the tips. Unfortunately the sandals you show do not come in a wide. Most of my foot pain is due to manufacturers not making wide fitting shoes that are cute. They also presume if you have a wide foot it’s fat all over or you must be overweight which is not true, I have one foot that is a wide fit. If I find a wide fit it is usually not really a wide ( a true D ) Naturaliser has has been guilty of this in the past for me.

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

Two of the Naturalizers come in wide.

[@lesleycrane7474]

@@AdoreYourWardrobe Thanks, I only see one. The wide in naturaliser is a ‘c’ A wide in Clark’s is a ‘D’ Makes a difference. I’d say a ‘c’ is a regular width.

[@lisasaims3007]

Must be why I don’t wear or buy heels 👠 of any kind! Comfort

[@RachaelBuchanan-g1l]

IfIf you woulld only not skip over the Brand Names so quickly. I couldn't pick it up

[@AdoreYourWardrobe]

The great thing about KZbin is that you can pause the video. So feel free to watch it again and pause. Or you can sign up for our SUMMER READY guide and it will contain links.

[@rags3901]

Love your videos, but a lot of these sandals are , well… clunky and kind of extra-mature🥹..I have foot issues…lots…but never wear a shoe with a strap across the ankle…or one that looks very “orthotic”…have found that with careful shopping, shoes like that aren’t necessary and you can still get support.