16 Best Women's Work Shoes for Standing All Day, According to Experts
A podiatrist and a celebrity stylist weigh in on the most comfortable work shoes for long days at the office.
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Some office-appropriate accessories and attire are easier to shop for than others — work pants, summer dresses, and work bags are pretty easy to come by. Finding the best shoes for standing all day, on the other hand, can be more of a gamble. After all, how do you know if a pair of flats, loafers, wedges, or heels are actually going to support your soles through long days at the office, shift after shift?
While scouring reviews can certainly help lead you in the right direction, it's also beneficial to know exactly what to look for in terms of padding, arch support, heel protection, and more. That's why we consulted with celebrity podiatrist Marion Yau (a.k.a. Miss Foot Fixer) and celebrity stylist Cindy Conroy to recommend and identify the key characteristics of comfortable women's work shoes for daily use.
Best Work Shoes for Standing All Day
Whether you work in a business casual environment or take charge in a corner office of a formal workplace, we've got you covered with over a dozen comfortable footwear picks — from favorite brands like Dr. Scholl's, ECCO, and Naturalizer — fit for the occasion. When you slip your feet into these well-reviewed shoes — ranging from sandals and booties to loafers and block heels — you can expect your soles to feel supported with optimal arch support, insole padding, and more. What are you waiting for? Your new favorite work shoes await.
Rebecca Ravee Norris is a freelance writer with a decade's worth of lifestyle media experience. Based out of the Washington metropolitan area, she covers everything from beauty and wellness to style and celebrity news. She is a graduate of George Mason University and has a B.A. in Media: Production, Consumption, and Critique, along with a minor in Electronic Journalism. When she's not writing, she can be found with her beloved Jack-Chi, Cash, working through reps at the gym, dreaming up her next home decor project, testing a new recipe, getting lost in the pages of a book, or catching up on her favorite shows.
Kate Franke (she/her) is the editorial assistant at Woman’s Day. She loves all things lifestyle, home, and market related. Kate has a BAJMC in Magazine Media and BA in Writing from Drake University. She is a proud ASME alum whose work has appeared in Food Network Magazine, The Pioneer Woman Magazine, Better Homes & Gardens, Modern Farmhouse Style, Beautiful Kitchens & Baths, and more. Next to writing, Kate’s two favorite things are chai lattes and pumpkin bread!
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