Casual Shoes reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 132 Reddit reviews across 23 subreddits and 28 posts to rank the best Casual Shoes brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Sneakers, r/SoftDramatics, r/fashionwomens35, r/mensfashion, r/REI. Top-rated brands include New Balance (4.5/5), Cole Haan (4.7/5), Merrell (4.5/5).
Stats
Reviews132
Subreddits23
Posts28
Brands76
Products41
132 reviews from
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By Brand
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#1
New Balance
4.5
(13)
"As a fellow wide footer 990 in 2E and 880 in 4E are my favourite models."
"These and my 990v6 in 2E are my two most comfortable sneakers."
"Been on vacation logging ~15K steps per day for 8 days in the NB 990v6. They are *extremely* comfortable."
"New balance 990v5 most comfortable shoe i own"
"The NB 990 V6, and Nike Vomero 5’s for me."
"The most comfortable shoes I own are New Balance. I like the 990s and 9060s."
"I wound up with some new balance shoes for my new work shoes."
"But also a pair of new balance"
"New Balance 990 series, Pegasus 39 or Infinity React should do fine"
"I’d personally go with 990v5 or 990v3 from new balance if you like a bit of a firmer shoe."
#2
Cole Haan
4.7
(7)
"I loved my Cole Haans from Nordstrom Rack. Business on top, sneaker on the bottom!"
"Cole Han. All day long."
"They’re comfortable but still pretty dressy."
"They have a line with running shoe like soles on dress shoes."
"I wear the cole haan zero grand sneakers to the office."
"Last year at this same conference, I had good luck with a black pair of Cole Haan Zerogrand shoes that I scooped up on sale from Nordstrom Rack."
"Cole haan or Adidas stan smith."
#3
Merrell
4.5
(6)
"For me, the winners were Vivonics, Chacos sandals, and Merrell Jungle Mocs."
"I love love love my Merrell’s and Salomon’s."
"Merril are great casual shoes."
"Merrel, Danner, and Oboz all make good casual wear shoes, too."
"I like Merrell"
#4
Adidas
4.5
(6)
"My personal favorite shoes for what you're talking about are the Adidas Gazelles."
"Ultraboosts are great"
"Adidas ultraboost are my go to shoes, usually can be found on sale for reasonable prices. Durable and extremely comfortable."
"Can't go wrong with Ultraboosts."
"Adidas and Nike also have similar but better construction."
"For winter I have a pair of black Adidas mountain bike flat shoes."
#5
Hoka
4.8
(5)
"I just spent a couple weeks in Vienna/Salzburg/Bavaria averaging 24.1 miles a day. Did them all in Hoka Clifton 9s (Gore tex version)."
"I love my Hokas for this!"
"I’m obsessed. My coworker... said they’re the most comfortable shoes she’s ever owned."
"I discovered Hokas and I won't go back."
"Hoka is great as an all day on the feet brand."
#6
Vans
4.8
(5)
"Black vans (I have a pair that are black leather with a little punch hole detail on them instead instead of the plain canvas ones ) or Rothy’s loafers in the same color as pants are my go to shoes for wider leg pants"
"Have you tried on their UltraRange line? They’re really comfortable, have more sole/support."
"Another vote from me for Vans, especially the UltraRange line."
"Vans or any kind of skate shoes are probably your best bet in terms of flatness, grip, and stiffness"
"I just picked up a pair of Vans that I really like."
#7
Oofos
5.0
(3)
"OMG oofos are the BEST!! I could never walk around in just plain sandals."
"I’m Oofos for Lyfe. Hokas are way too wide for my feet and I think the sole of Oofos works better for me."
"Oofos, along with Brooks running shoes SAVED this chick!"
#8
Timberland
5.0
(3)
"Timberlands! They’re waterproof & so flexible with outfits."
"For preference."
"Still look and feel great, even after heavy wear."
#9
Sperry
5.0
(3)
"Comfy & look cute."
"...a pair of grey suede loafers that feel like slippers from Sperry."
#10
Blundstone
4.7
(3)
"Blundstones 100%."
"They're comfortable for walking distances."
"I have three pair and wear them from fall through early summer."
#11
Nike
4.3
(3)
"I love my black Nike airmax!"
"Love 97s"
"Air Max 97s feel fantastic on my feet"
#12
Hoka One One
5.0
(2)
"I love my hokas ty"
"Hoka One One… it’s like walking on☁️☁️☁️"
#13
Rothys
5.0
(2)
"I got some Rothys a few months ago and my other flats have been collecting dust."
"Rothys!"
#14
Rockport
5.0
(2)
"They are versatile and incredibly durable."
"Have had a pair for about 5 years and they still look new."
#15
Dansko
5.0
(2)
"Super comfortable."
"Very comfortable and never seemed to wear out."
#16
Asics
5.0
(2)
"I love the Asics Nimbus 25 in wide. I walked NYC 40k steps in the Nimbus 25 no soreness the next day whatsoever."
"They’re cute, have a ton of color varieties."
#17
Clarks
5.0
(2)
"Clarks Airabell line of platforms are super light and cushy."
"Clarks, Børn, and Söfft are the best place to start."
#18
Chaco
4.5
(2)
"They are so comfy but supportive."
"They are like wearing slippers."
#19
Vejas
4.5
(2)
"Vejas are so comfy as well! Allbirds are very nice too."
"They are pretty pricey but it’s worth the investment."
#20
Dr. Martens
4.0
(2)
"Doc martens :)"
"I wear my doc martens. Mine have lasted a while so far and I’m hoping they last a few more winters."
#21
Vionic
4.0
(2)
"I pretty much exclusively wear vionics. But honestly I wear my black sketchers slip ins too."
"I like Vionic shoes."
#22
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Pro
5.0
(1)
"Solid coloured non line breaking high top Converse are my go to for more casual/can be business casual."
#23
Brooks Ghost
5.0
(1)
"I love Brooks Ghost for their stability and support."
#24
Ecco Chelsea Boots
5.0
(1)
"I was shocked I could wear them straight out of the box for several days in a row."
#25
Birkenstock Boston
5.0
(1)
"Birkenstock Boston’s."
#26
Blundstone Boots
5.0
(1)
"An investment but they will last and they can definitely be dressy."
#27
Nike Pegasus Trail 3 GORE-TEX
5.0
(1)
"Nike Pegasus Trail 3 GORE-TEX changed my walking-commute life."
#28
inov8
5.0
(1)
"I just bought inov8’s bare-xf they are great walking shoes and nice and flat so I love cycling with them."
#29
Blondo
5.0
(1)
"I really like."
#30
Veja
5.0
(1)
"Can be business casual! And they’re super cute."
#31
Skechers
5.0
(1)
"I love my Skechers slip ons."
#32
Vessi
5.0
(1)
#33
Keen
5.0
(1)
"Keen Presidio in black."
#34
Toms
5.0
(1)
"I have unique, super comfortable oxfords from Toms... and a pair of grey suede loafers that feel like slippers from Sperry."
#35
Nisolo
5.0
(1)
"...super comfortable oxfords from Toms (laces) and Nisolo (orsay, no laces)..."
#36
Onitsuka Tiger
5.0
(1)
"Onitsuka tigers are the comfiest pair of shows i own tbh"
#37
Sorel
5.0
(1)
"Really comfortable and good for walking."
#38
Astorflex
5.0
(1)
"Super comfortable."
#39
Reebok
5.0
(1)
"I’ll swear by my."
#40
Vagabond
5.0
(1)
"Incredibly comfortable for me the first time wearing it!"
#41
Doc Martens
5.0
(1)
"Anything chunky! Doc martens, uggs type boot, but Chelsea boots look good too."
#42
Keds
5.0
(1)
"The best sneakers I've ever owned are my CA$30 Keds from Costco."
#43
Frankie4
5.0
(1)
"Frankie4 changed my life! They're designed by a team of female podiatrists but most of what they offer is actually cute."
#44
Allbirds
5.0
(1)
"Allbirds all day."
#45
Birkenstocks
5.0
(1)
"I got really great zip-side ankle boots from Birkenstocks."
#46
Naot
5.0
(1)
"Naot shoes are very comfortable with great arch support."
#47
Fitflop
5.0
(1)
"I love Fitflops."
#48
Born
5.0
(1)
"Born and Sofft are the only shoes that don’t leave me with leg, foot, and knee pain."
#49
Geox
5.0
(1)
"Euro brand with lots of casual options that look great."
#50
Converse
5.0
(1)
"I wear black converse almost everyday bc they’re so comfortable."
#51
Campers
5.0
(1)
"Are so comfortable and long lasting."
#52
Kuru Footwear
4.0
(1)
"Kuru footwear used to have flats that have gotten me through many 12+ hours on convention center floors."
#53
Vionic Country Logan Ankle Boots
4.0
(1)
"I’ve also had good luck with vionic, specifically the Vionic 'Country Logan Ankle Boots'."
#54
adidas Terrex AX4 Mid
4.0
(1)
"I was very impressed with these, my feet were warm and comfortable."
#55
Merrell Adventure Lace Waterproof
4.0
(1)
"Merrell Adventure Lace waterproof or Moab Adventure 3 waterproof."
#56
Timberland Boots
4.0
(1)
"I now wear Timberland boots. They can be dressed up or down."
#57
Salomon Ultra X 4
4.0
(1)
"I second the use of Salomon in general. Trail runners/hiking shoes are first choice for me when traveling."
#58
Nike SB1
4.0
(1)
"Nike SB1."
#59
adidas BW Army
4.0
(1)
"Adidas bw army."
#60
New Balance 1080 v12
4.0
(1)
"NB 1080 v12 has done very nice casual colors."
#61
Nike Pegasus Trail
4.0
(1)
"Nike Pegasus trail has some stylish colorways that are more versatile for travel."
#62
Hoka Clifton
4.0
(1)
"Hoka Clifton in black, or white, or both, or cream."
#63
Nike Air Force 1
4.0
(1)
"I wear chunky trainers Nike AF1 and NB ct302."
#64
New Balance CT302
4.0
(1)
"I wear chunky trainers Nike AF1 and NB ct302."
#65
adidas Platform Sneakers
4.0
(1)
"Platform adidas sneakers or platform converse are my go tos!!"
#66
adidas Samba
4.0
(1)
"The black sambas are very popular in Ireland for young women."
#67
adidas Stan Smith
4.0
(1)
"Cole haan or Adidas stan smith."
#68
Vans Ultrarange
4.0
(1)
"Vans, try ultrarange."
#69
Oofos Flip-Flops
4.0
(1)
"I LOVE my Oofos flip-flops! I'm almost ready to pull the trigger on a pair of the slip ons."
#70
Alegria Nursing Clogs
4.0
(1)
"I started wearing the nursing clogs, but now buy their casual and sandal styles with the rocker sole."
#71
Vivobarefoot
4.0
(1)
"Vivobarefoot, but it’s also a minimalist shoe."
#72
White Leather Sneakers
4.0
(1)
"White leather sneakers with a comfortable sole insert added."
#73
Skechers Chelsea Boots
4.0
(1)
"Skechers make Chelsea Boots with a memory foam sole."
#74
Vionic Slip-On Casuals
4.0
(1)
"I got some slip on casuals I really like."
#75
Skechers Work Shoes
4.0
(1)
"The work shoes from sketchers without laces are a little pricey but they last, and look more formal while being super comfortable."
#76
Oofos Tie-Shoes
3.0
(1)
"I also just recently got a pair of Oofos tie-shoes. THEY RUN VERY SMALL."
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