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for work.. I buy dressy ballet slippers and slip in a support in gel.......  that's the ONLY thing that works for me that can look nice for work.. Oh I know exactly what you're talking about...you just descibed my feet :-)  here is what helped me after going to podiatrist(sp) and being dianosed with a neuroma ( RD later dx RA) I was fitted for orthotics. never helped me.. later learned about a insole that is similar to orthotic called Powerstep Love,Love,Love them... they make any shoe feel better.. it really evens out the pressure that the ball of foot gets (if that makes sense?) Naot makes a line of shoes (I think called "Eden") that features a feminine yet supportive pair of Mary Jane-style shoes that I can wear without too much trouble. They come with a silly clip on bow that is easily removed. I love their sandals; a foot bed that conforms to the shape of your foot, has excellent built in arch support and a nicely designed toe shape that does allows space for toes to naturally spread and grip. There Mary Jane-style "sneaker" is my favorite slip on.

Finn Comfort also makes comfortable shoes that are not too clunky; Pedor's makes shoes that are comfortable, but not too stylish; P.W. Minor makes superb athletic-style shoes that feature removable insoles that wash and dry without shrinkage or wrinkling.

To happy feet!

At onset I couldn't wear anything but slippers. Now most days I am back to my 4" heels- means a lot when you are only 4' 10". 

You guys are fantastic!!  Thanks for all the info, I'm looking online right now at some of the stuff!  Anymore ideas, send em my way

i wear crocs....and only crocs...they have such a brilliant range now, not just the clog style...I have some  cyprus ones for going out and they feel as if as if I have my flat ones on

I know that a great many people swear by the comfort and durability of Crocs. I have three different styles and, for me, they do not provide enough arch nor ankle stability. I find myself constantly off balance and floundering around.

I am always pleased when anyone finds comfort and support in their choice of shoes.
Klynn- I have to say giving up my pretty shoes was one of the most depressing parts of RA for me. I was wearing low heels and finding my ankles still hurting. So I put on my pretty shoes and I found they didn't really hurt any more in those then they did in the low ones. They just plain hurt! So I said why wear shoes you don't like? [QUOTE=wanttobeRAfree]Klynn- I have to say giving up my pretty shoes was one of the most depressing parts of RA for me.[/QUOTE]
Me too Wannabe, me too. The day I finally knew that I would never again where high heels or sexy slings I cried as I boxed up each of 112 pairs of shoes to take to the resale store. Pisces love their shoes!

I will have to vicariously enjoy pretty shoes through you!
I've got some Minnetonka moccasins that are very comfortable for summer.  I also like sandals with velcro straps that are adjustable across your toes, because as the feet swell you can make more room for yourself. I had a field day at DSW shoes one day and bought alot of SKetcher brand shoes.. casual slip on easy to wear....not too ugly ;) and comfy!!  like Bluehour says they are a "skater" brand but are branching out and their stuff can look cute... if not dressy.I just ordered my third pair of Wolky shoes, they are the most comfortable and lasting.  I had one pair of sandals for 3 years and I wore them almost everyday.  They're washable.  Also wear Danko shoes.  They can be pricey but my shoes last forever.

112 pairs Shug!!!  And I thought I had shoes!

I have severe plantar facitis and I work in a grocery store so I stand all day long and I swear by Dansco clogs. I have a couple pairs, they're expensive but when you have serious foot issues it's worth it. I have several pair of various Land's End and LL Bean shoes and sandals (both sell several styles in wide widths, which I need).  I also have a couple pair of MBT's which I love.  But most of all, I just go barefoot.  I always have an extra pair of shoes in the car in case I forget to wear them when I walk out of the house. Oh, and I think I've only owned 1 pair of "high heel" shoes in my life, and that was back in junior high.  They weren't even all that high, but I decided then and there that I was not going to wear something so painful and pointless. omg if I couldn't wear my favorite shoes at least a little while just go ahead and shoot me Work boots and only work boots, guess they don't fit into the look nice style you girls are discussing. What I wouldn't do to wear my high heels again.  I actually kept one pair.  Just couldn't part with them.  They're too beautiful, like a piece of art.  I know they're terrible for your feet but I spent 16 years wearing nursing shoes and my high heels were always special.  Those days are long gone.  Lindy[QUOTE=JasmineRain]I have several pair of various Land's End and LL Bean shoes and sandals (both sell several styles in wide widths, which I need).  I also have a couple pair of MBT's which I love.  But most of all, I just go barefoot.  I always have an extra pair of shoes in the car in case I forget to wear them when I walk out of the house. [/QUOTE] I get my shoes at the Walking Company.  There are so many differnt styles to chose from.  I have the MBT tennis shoes and three more pairs of sandles and dress shoes.  They are pricey but worth it for me.  www.thewalkingcompany.com

ToBPainFreeAgain2009-07-16 03:57:02I have found Propet brand to be the most comfortable.  Having to get rid of almost all pre-RA shoes was definitely very difficult. I have 3 pair of Propet sandals from 'the bad years' when first diagnosed - had them for about 5 years. They are very comfortable but pretty clunky. At the time I was thrilled to have found anything that I could actually be pain free in. The look was definitely further down on the list of requirements.  This summer I bought two pairs of a ballet slipper style from Propet that are suede type of fabric and light summery colors. They look much better when I'm dressed up than the 'old lady sandals' that's for sure.  I use zappos.com to look for styles. Sometimes the extra wides are already sold out so then I google the style and brand name and have always been able to find what I wanted at other online shoe stores. Free shipping usually and no problems with returns. I wear dansko for work, nike shox when I'm off and running around town.  I generally buy high end shoes because they seem to work better for my feet.  I have a couple of pairs of uggs, including a really, really ugly pair of sandels, but they are soooo comfy. I only wear Birkenstocks -- would try earth shoes but can't find them in my size in this part of the country.

Want!  Wear that skull and crossbones proudly!  You might jump on a skateboard and zoom away.

Barefoot has always been my choice too. But since RA, my feet ache abominably without shoes.  Yes, shoes feel better than barefoot.  Makes me sad!  I still go without in the house but I limp, and I absolutely cannot walk outside without shoes.

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Want!  Wear that skull and crossbones proudly!  You might jump on a skateboard and zoom away.

Barefoot has always been my choice too. But since RA, my feet ache abominably without shoes.  Yes, shoes feel better than barefoot.  Makes me sad!  I still go without in the house but I limp, and I absolutely cannot walk outside without shoes.

[/QUOTE] For the gentleman who have to dress business casual, Clark's has a line called 'Unstructured' that is awesome. I've got 3 pair...they rock. I could live in my Clarks Treks.  They don't have much support but are truly comfortable.When the RA first hit, my feet hurt so bad I could barely walk.  Barefoot was out of the question - a huge lifestyle change for me!  Prior to that, I usually even went barefoot at work (in my own office or cube farm lane, not the common/warehouse/non-geek areas).  Thankfully with the RA under control I can even run barefoot outside again!  The bottoms of my feet are like shoe leather. I've always had a mega hard time finding any shoes which are comfortable and look nice. I've tried shoe inserts (like Janlee suggested) to cushion my feet but they just end up causing more trouble in the long run, (although it's fair to say I'm not very good at cutting them to size)
I've finally settled with Marco Tozzi for work shoes, because they look stylish and I can wear them for 6 hours before my feet start giving me gip again.
For the rest of the time, I just try not to wear shoes at all! :) (But if i have to, Crocs are the best)

  For errands and a lot of walking, I wear SAS tie shoes.  For casual I wear SAS loafers and for dress up it's SAS kind of a loafer style but plain top.  All have to be flat or I topple over.  I sure do miss high heels too and I also kept one pair of 3" red open heeled shoes just for the "memory". What a great thread!!!!  I have a big ol' wide foot, near impossible to find something 'cute' but I am way beyond cute!  I love Merrell's but can only get them in men's sized (yes, my foot is that big!) and I like Keens too for walk-about shoes.  I do wear Croc's and had no idea they now make "pretty" shoes! (Thanks Pinny!  I can't believe Crocs might be going! sophiek2009-07-21 08:52:24

Oh wow, these shoes look soooo comfy...I wonder how they really feel?   Marigold said she buys Propet, so I took a look online:  I would love to wear my slippers all day if I could!!