interesting viewpoints. I'm a huge fan of Tory burch and I find them the most comfortable and made well. the abbey flats from TB are actually more comfortable than the revas. it's soft and much more forgiving if you have bunions
Tory Burch most comfortable flats? any reviews on lanvin, vera wang or tory burch?
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I have Lanvin and Tory Burch, not Vera Wang. Tory's kill my feet, hate them, Lanvin not that comfortable and over priced like crazy. Soles wear out too fast. My favorite is Cole Haan Air Barca.
i have had two - VW and Lanvin. i feel as if the VW break in easier, and are super comfy! (and a great price!)
exactly.. so don't go around expecting any leather shoe to be built like a tank, for any price. it's just not realistic.
as for comfort, the elastic on the TB revas is just awful. they're fine otherwise, but the elastic has left a lasting mark (scar?) on my heels. i don't really buy anything from tory burch anymore... the reva buckle has overstayed its welcome, imo
lanvin are fantastic, but DO NOT BUY THEM ONLINE. the sizing runs so small so the elastic will be very unforgiving if they're snug.
repetto is the same way with sizing. very comfy, though.
and porselli's are very comfy too http://uscheckout.apc.fr/browse.cfm/4,1134.html
and, ofc, london soles are wonderful for such a low price.
i've never bought the vera wangs, but i've heard mixed reviews. tried them on and they seemed nearly identical to lanvins, only less flexible, and the leather just isn't as soft. but, there's usually a better selection of colors as compared to lanvin, and the price is a little easier on the wallet.
but honestly, my chanel flats have always been so much more comfy than the rest and they rarely have a painful break-in period.
Most of the shoes we're talking about here are dressy fashion shoes. They're not built for their durable walking power - just because they're flats doesn't mean you're supposed to walk a marathon in them. I think some people might have unrealistic expectations when it comes to ballerinas (would people think heels were capable of the same?). The Cole Haan flats use the Nike Air Technology, so of course they're more suitable for longer walks and likely provide more comfort. The same applies to flats like Geox, Prada's Linea Rossa or TODS, which all have rubber soles and absorb impact from walking. I'd like to think that if someone needed a decent walking shoe they'd either opt for sneakers or go for a durable flat with arch support/shock absorbant sole. For regular use (shopping trips, a night out, work etc.) most of these 'fragile' ballerinas are fine. Having said that, I do use my flats (both designer and cheaper ones from Zara) for longer walks and can be out in them all day. I know people who can do the same in 5" heels.
A lot just depends on your foot type, lifestyle, how you walk (posture/stance) and what kind of streets you're walking on. I don't think there's a universally comfortable shoe that fits every person the same way.
I have issues with my feet and can only wear certain shoes. My favorite flats are Chanel and Christian Louboutin. I have owned TB (unbearable with the elastic but the ones without the medal medalion seem to not hurt as bad as the leather is softer) Lanvin was more comfortable than TB but also higher in price and Vera Wang IMHO is about as comfy as Lanvin.
I say check out CL and Chanel.
I say check out CL and Chanel.
I'd like to put my 2 cents in for Tory Burch's Eddie flats (NOT Revas) for casual walking. For *extensive* walking, I probably wouldn't wear flats in the first place, though.
*Grumble grumble*
I had to get work done on both my big toenails after wearing Revas for a month or two, so I can't recommend them at all.
I've had good experiences with Born flats. They're nice and cushy and most of their styles are under $100. I've also tried on Cole Haans and they seemed very comfy.
I had to get work done on both my big toenails after wearing Revas for a month or two, so I can't recommend them at all.
I've had good experiences with Born flats. They're nice and cushy and most of their styles are under $100. I've also tried on Cole Haans and they seemed very comfy.
I don't know about lavin or vera wang but tory burch flats are not comfy at all, i bought ones about a year ago my first pair (I was so exited) at Aventura Mall in Miami, and the next day I went shopping again with them on and my feet was killing me, I though I should give it another chance since when you are shoping your feet would hurt anyways, and I have used them a lot but now a wont use them anymore when I see those flats all I see it's pain.
I have tried all three on but the Lanvins and Veras both killed me feet. I have a long narrow foot with a sensitive heel. The TB Eddie also kills my heel. I have found the TB Revas the most comfortable but they are the narrowest in the bunion area. I wore them around the house in thick socks to stretch that area a little before I wore them. To solve the flatness I bought some arch inserts and that has been working really well for me.
I have also tried CH but they give me horrible blisters and I really don't find any of their shoes very comfortable.
If you want soft leather I find the Jimmy Choos the most comfortable but they are doing most square toes lately which doesn't look good on me. There is a comfort brand called Paul Green that has some really nice and comfy flats but most of their styles are matronly. I have found a couple that are actually cute.
I had a pair of Revas that I wore in the house for exactly 5 minutes and had shooting pain in my big toe...Back to the store they went.
I also just bought a pair of Vera Wangs. Comfy insole, nice design but the heel area is killing me. I don't have blisters, just some serious pressure that makes walking painful. Today is day 2 of wearing them so I am hoping they break in. Haven't tried Lanvin yet.
I also just bought a pair of Vera Wangs. Comfy insole, nice design but the heel area is killing me. I don't have blisters, just some serious pressure that makes walking painful. Today is day 2 of wearing them so I am hoping they break in. Haven't tried Lanvin yet.
I had trouble with the revas too because I bought them a half size too big thinking the elastic would make it ok and they are just painful. I love and wear all the time - Balenciaga ballet flats. I have the classics and the buttons
