Post: #1

Any of you have suggestions for work shoes that come with maximum comfort? They would typically be paired with clothing like chinos and an oxford shirt so something that leans slightly towards dressy. I'm on my feet a lot outdoors so I'm looking for arch support, maximum cushion, etc., but not something that I wouldn't want to dirty. Summer driver loafers come to mind but they don't have the arch support to maintain healthy feet.

Post: #2

Salomon shoes - they have a wide variety, but are built for great comfort and are in good quality.

Post: #3

This is something I've been looking into for a while as my situation is similar. My best solution so far is Clarks Desert Boots, they're comfortable, but may not be smart enough? If it's a wingtip/brogue/derby shape you need, I'm still looking myself. Obviously the main thing will be making sure the sole is rubber as opposed to leather -
Grenson Dylan shoe with a rubber sole is one I am looking at.

Post: #4

http://www.kurufootwear.com/

Suffer from having no arch (flat floot), Kuru's are by far the most comfortable shoe I've found. After a couple hours of being on my feet in regular shoes my feet are dead. I can go for 6 hours+ with these before I start to have discomfort.

They are a bit pricy but if it's supreme comfort you're after these are it. They also carry a funny looking chukka boot that I personally wouldn't get caught dead in haha...

I have a pair of these
   
and these
   

Post: #5

Buy superfeet insoles. Ive used 1 pair for over 4 years now in all my various shoes and boots and they will delay how soon your feet will start to hurt.

Post: #6

(04-18-2017 06:47 PM)sonoran_ Wrote:  Buy superfeet insoles. Ive used 1 pair for over 4 years now in all my various shoes and boots and they will delay how soon your feet will start to hurt.

That's what I used to do.

Now I wear White's boots. White's semi-dress boots work well for dressy shoes, though they're above the ankle. They're also waterproof if you keep them treated with oil and grease, which is nice.

They're expensive ($400-500), but they last a lot longer than normal shoes or boots. They'll last your whole life, if you get them rebuilt every decade or so. I have three pairs and they're in excellent shape after 6 1/2 years, during which they saw some pretty harsh use.

White's + Darn Tough full cushion socks = the most comfortable my feet have ever been wearing shoes.

If anyone buys some White's hit me up about how to break them in. It's not as simple as just wearing them, unless you want to shred your feet for a couple weeks.

Post: #7

(04-18-2017 06:54 PM)weambulance Wrote:  

(04-18-2017 06:47 PM)sonoran_ Wrote:  Buy superfeet insoles. Ive used 1 pair for over 4 years now in all my various shoes and boots and they will delay how soon your feet will start to hurt.

That's what I used to do.

Now I wear White's boots. White's semi-dress boots work well for dressy shoes, though they're above the ankle. They're also waterproof if you keep them treated with oil and grease, which is nice.

They're expensive ($400-500), but they last a lot longer than normal shoes or boots. They'll last your whole life, if you get them rebuilt every decade or so. I have three pairs and they're in excellent shape after 6 1/2 years, during which they saw some pretty harsh use.

White's + Darn Tough full cushion socks = the most comfortable my feet have ever been wearing shoes.

If anyone buys some White's hit me up about how to break them in. It's not as simple as just wearing them, unless you want to shred your feet for a couple weeks.

This is good advice. I don't own Whites, but I've always favoured old-school welted-sole footwear for all kinds of purposes. From smart wingtips in the office, heavy boots for construction work, or anything in between for the weekend. Socks and insoles are pretty much the no1 key to comfort.

Post: #8

(04-18-2017 06:54 PM)weambulance Wrote:  

(04-18-2017 06:47 PM)sonoran_ Wrote:  Buy superfeet insoles. Ive used 1 pair for over 4 years now in all my various shoes and boots and they will delay how soon your feet will start to hurt.

That's what I used to do.

Now I wear White's boots. White's semi-dress boots work well for dressy shoes, though they're above the ankle. They're also waterproof if you keep them treated with oil and grease, which is nice.

They're expensive ($400-500), but they last a lot longer than normal shoes or boots. They'll last your whole life, if you get them rebuilt every decade or so. I have three pairs and they're in excellent shape after 6 1/2 years, during which they saw some pretty harsh use.

White's + Darn Tough full cushion socks = the most comfortable my feet have ever been wearing shoes.

If anyone buys some White's hit me up about how to break them in. It's not as simple as just wearing them, unless you want to shred your feet for a couple weeks.

Something like this what you have in mind? They look sweet.

Post: #9

Yeah. You can get them in a bunch of different leather styles, with different sole options.

Your best bet is tracing your feet while wearing a sock and sending that directly to White's so they can determine the correct size.

http://www.whitesboots.com/how-to-measure.php

I normally wear 10.5 D boots and sneakers but my most comfortable White's are 9.5 C. The 9.5 D pairs I got first are good but the snugger fit of the C feels great.

Usually they just fill the order from normal sizes but if you need a custom last, they'll make it for extra and (I believe) keep it on hand for future orders and rebuilds.