Say Goodbye to Sore Arches With These 16 Summer Sandals
It turns out comfort and style actually can coexist.
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There are a lot of ways we can’t relate to Carrie Bradshaw. Her writer’s salary, rent, and lack of reliance on the subway are all glaring. But more than anything, no woman can suffer through such impractical shoes so exclusively—she’s a podiatrist’s nightmare. If only she had incorporated some cute sandals with arch support...
If you find yourself in need of more relief than your strappiest sandals can provide, you should consider adding a supportive style to your arsenal of trendy shoes. Because, unfortunately, your feet need a break from even your most comfortable high heels. There’s a long-standing rumor that comfortable shoes come at a detriment to your style, but that’s simply untrue. To prove it, we’ve enlisted the help of Dr. Ann Anderson, a ballerina-turned-podiatrist to help break down the basics of conscious footwear choices. “Arch support is the amount of support that the foot has in a shoe,” Anderson states. “Usually, my patients who need arch support footwear are already wearing a custom insert...I recommend a sandal that will mimic the support that they get from a custom orthotic.”
Maybe you’re looking for an extra comfy slide to lay low in or a great walking shoe for your daily strolls. Whatever the case, keep reading for the best arch support sandals for summertime and to shop a few of our favorite picks.
Meg is the Associate Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com where she researches trends, tests products, and looks for answers to all your burning questions. She also co-writes a monthly column, Same Same But Different. Meg has previously written for Cosmopolitan and Town & Country. Her passions include travel, buffalo sauce, and sustainability. She will never stop hoping for a One Direction reunion tour.
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