I need comfy work shoes with a heel (please)

[fivi2]

So my feet have grown since I last worked. The shoes I bought for the interview apparently are not good for all day wear (I learned today...).

Can anyone suggest a nice brand (or actual shoe) that I can wear with work clothes that has a (low) heel. I need some form of heel because I am short and don't want to get all of my pants altered ;) Oh, and the cheaper the better! I definitely need black, other colors can wait...

I need to wear them wiith nice trousers or a skirt. So not a casual shoe.

Any thoughts?

TIA!

[ilfaith]

I've found Aerosoles are pretty comfortable and reasonably priced. Some of their styles are more fashionable than others.
http://www.aerosoles.com/default.asp

[ltmommy]

I have some Aerosoles. I also like Sofft. They are pricey at full price, but I have a pair of heels I got on clearance at DSW and I wear them all the time. Dressy with a little retro vibe, and super comfy, plus they will last a lot longer than Aerosoles.

[ett]

I have some Aerosoles. I also like Sofft. They are pricey at full price, but I have a pair of heels I got on clearance at DSW and I wear them all the time. Dressy with a little retro vibe, and super comfy, plus they will last a lot longer than Aerosoles.

Marshalls and TJ Maxx also has Sofft at good prices.

[DrSally]

I just saw some Aerosoles at Marshalls today. They have a great selection of cute work shoes.

[fivi2]

Thanks everyone! I haven't tried either brand, so now I have something to look for :)

[wellyes]

I like Sofft, and Clarks also makes similar shoes. I get mine at DSW.

[kijip]

Seconding Sofft and Clarks (Esp the Indigo line of clarks). I also like some of the John Fluevogs.

[weech]

I have these in the gray color:
http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=381855&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results

They're wedges, but I wear them to work regularly and I canNOT wear heels for the life of me. They are super comfortable. I'd try any Alfani Step N Flex shoes based on my experience with these.

[wendibird22]

I have these:
http://www.shoebuy.com/franco-sarto-fave/312031

and

http://www.francosarto.com/product_detail.asp?name=Bocca&id=Franco%20Sarto-Bocca-33714259-cafe&c=dress

something very similar to these:
http://clarks.zappos.com/n/p/dp/67825261/c/6.html


I find all 3 very comfortable.

[egoldber]

Clarks (Esp the Indigo line of clarks)

I love these shoes!

[LisaMD]

These are my shoes of choice (both in black & brown) I find they go with virtually EVERYTHING. While they are not necessairly "cheap" it is a trusted brand, and they are extremely comfy: http://www.zappos.com/dansko-marcelle-cordovan-cabrio?zlfid=111

[DrSally]

How cute are these
Sofft pumps (Selan and Milano)? The heel looks nice and wide/stable, but not too chunky that it looks clunky and not too high. I don't wear heels well, but I would totally get these (if not for the price).

http://www1.macys.com/campaign/social?campaign_id=75&channel_id=1

[fivi2]

Wow - such great suggestions! Thank you all! Lots of cute shoes to look at :)

[DrSally]

Seconding Sofft and Clarks (Esp the Indigo line of clarks). I also like some of the John Fluevogs.


I like Sofft, and Clarks also makes similar shoes. I get mine at DSW.

Where do you guys get your Sofft shoes? They look perfect for me. I need wides and a modest, wider heel. I see them on the Macy's website for around $100. Is that the going price, or do you find them cheaper? Who has the best selection? I don't see a lot on Shoebuy or DSW. Thanks!

[ett]

Where do you guys get your Sofft shoes? They look perfect for me. I need wides and a modest, wider heel. I see them on the Macy's website for around $100. Is that the going price, or do you find them cheaper? Who has the best selection? I don't see a lot on Shoebuy or DSW. Thanks!

I got a pair of clogs from Marshalls for $40 a couple of months ago. I've seen a whole bunch of styles at Marshalls and TJ Maxx recently. I might have also seen them at Nordstrom Rack, but their prices were not as low as Marshalls/TJ Maxx.

[DrSally]

I got a pair of clogs from Marshalls for $40 a couple of months ago. I've seen a whole bunch of styles at Marshalls and TJ Maxx recently. I might have also seen them at Nordstrom Rack, but their prices were not as low as Marshalls/TJ Maxx.

Really?! Of course, they prob don't have wides. I was just at Marshalls the other day and saw *a lot* of cute shoes, but only in reg width!!

[ltmommy]

Where do you guys get your Sofft shoes? They look perfect for me. I need wides and a modest, wider heel. I see them on the Macy's website for around $100. Is that the going price, or do you find them cheaper? Who has the best selection? I don't see a lot on Shoebuy or DSW. Thanks!

Strangely, I have seen Sofft at DSW B&M even when there is hardly any selection online. I find that DSW varies greatly between what is in the store and what is online, and even from store to store.

I also love 6pm.com. No free shipping or returns, but if you are pretty sure you know your size, their prices are great.

[hez]

Another huge Sofft fan. Hadn't bought shoes in awhile, and picked up two pairs at DSW last month-- one black with a lower heel, boxier toe, one red with a higher heel, narrower toe :)

Red here: https://www.shoe-store.net/images/products/bridgitte-15453-20651-big.jpg

[bubbaray]

Another vote for Clarks Indigo line and the Artisan line....

[DrSally]

Strangely, I have seen Sofft at DSW B&M even when there is hardly any selection online. I find that DSW varies greatly between what is in the store and what is online, and even from store to store.

I also love 6pm.com. No free shipping or returns, but if you are pretty sure you know your size, their prices are great.

Great tip. I saw some at Marshalls today with a t-strap, and I really liked them, but they weren't in wide. I have to check a DSW store.

[AnnieW625]

I like Circa by Joan & David. Endless.com has them a lot.

[DrSally]

I just got these at Marshalls for $25 in gray flannel. I guess the fabric was forgiving enough that I was able to get the regular width. They are so cute and don't feel like as high of a heel as they are:

http://www.amazon.com/Aerosoles-Womens-Cinch-Worm-Stacked/dp/B000GAZTOG

[Lupe]

This ones only have a small heel, but come in wide and look cute
you can get them at macy's or macys.com

Naturalizer Shoes, Cantara Flats

[BabbyO]

Looks like you have lots of suggestions, but I'll throw another in the mix. I got 2 pair of naturalizers when I was pg and wore them through the pregnancy and they were super comfy. Low heel, but works great with slacks and skirts. They're a bit pricey, but I often find them on sale. Mine are similar to this style (they don't make mine anymore)

http://www.naturalizer.com/Shopping/ProductDetails.aspx?p=EC0224264&pg=3007525

good luck!

[mskitty]

I bought these tonight. They have a nice gel insert so they are pretty comfortable. I normally wear a lot of Dansko clogs but needed something more appropriate to wear with a dress for an upcoming evening wedding. Comfortable, simple but still has a little bit of interest beyond a basic pump.

http://www.dillards.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=301&storeId=301&langId=-1&productId=502316537&linkshare=null/affiliate


mskitty

[fivi2]

Well, my TJ Maxx had some black Aerosoles boots and black Sofft pumps. Neither were my absolute favorites, but if I make it through the week without blisters, then they will be great :) I still need to be on the lookout for more shoes, but now that I have some suggestions I am better prepared. Thanks everyone!

ps - there are a ton of supercute suggestions on this thread, but until I get my first paycheck I need to stick with what I can find at the Maxx or Marshalls!