Q: I need some new ideas for cool comfy mom shoes so I'm not in my gym sneakers every day this summer but still can run around all day. Help!
-Erin L
There are so many great options for busy moms these days. Your instinct is right: keep your gym sneakers in the gym and try one of these 15 cool options instead.
Espadrilles
This old classic feels so right now. The rubber sole is a must in their homeland of Spain where cobblestones abound. At J Crew you'll find the affordable Soludos Espadrilles flats in red and white striped canvas (shown at top), blue chambray and more. ($36)
Glitter espadrilles are more glam but have the same sturdy rubber and jute sole. ($118) And I really love this snake print espadrille, also at J Crew. (on sale for $79.99)
Clog Sandals
Some clogs can be frumpy, but these Loeffler Randall Ankle Wrap Clogs are anything but. They have the comfort of a clog combined with the look of a sandal. With this fabulous hit of color you don't even need to accessorize above the ankle. ($235)
Ballerina Flats
If you're a fan of flats, go for an unexpected twist like a fun print or interesting fabric on a ballerina shoe so they add more pop to even a basic outfit. These Corso Como ballerina flats come in around 20 fabrics and colors. (on sale for $47.99 at Zappos)
I also like these open toed ballet flats from Blowfish shoes which comes in two cute floral patterns and the price is terrific. Wear them with flowy skirts or cuffed jeans. ($39 at Zappos)
Flip-Flops
If you're a fan of easy on/easy off shoes, these Yosi Samra Flip Flops look terrific in three different snakeskin prints. ($66 at Piperlime)
TKEES flipflops are a big hit with Cool Mom Picks, and now they're amazing in bright neon like these TKEES Zincs in yellow. ($48 at Shop Bop)
Gladiator Sandals
Yes, they're still in and they look great in tan leather (or 4 other colors) by DV by Dolce Vita ($69 at Zappos)
I also really like these Steve Madden Sandals which will be so comfortable and cute whether you're running errands, wrangling kids, or running out to Sunday brunch. ($79.95 at I Found A Secret, PLUS a 10% discount with code SMSTYLIST at checkout!)
DV also makes these fantastic Archer Sandals which are like a stripped-down gladiator in a fun snakeskin print. The ankle strap offers more support than your standard flip-flop. ($69 at Piperlime)
Sneakers
If you want to stay stylish, stay away from fat lace-up running shoes and instead opt for a comfy slip-on like these Bensimon Tennis Flats which comes in several colors. ($58 at Shop Bop)
Finally, if you're not above a sneaker splurge, these Phillip Lim sneakers are like a Teva, only better! In all black with a white sole, or with a bright red strap that's not shy at all. (On sale for $259 at Barneys NY down from $425. Wow.)
ED NOTE: We tried them and unfortunately...they look cute but not as comfy as the other choices on this page.
Contributor Stacey Mayesh is a successful editorial and celebrity stylist and personal shopper whose work has be seen in Vogue, Marie Claire and InStyle. If you have fashion questions for her, email us at [email protected] with ASK A STYLIST in the subject. If you want to hire her for personal shopping or styling help you can do that too!
There are so many great options for busy moms these days. Your instinct is right: keep your gym sneakers in the gym and try one of these 15 cool options instead.
Espadrilles
This old classic feels so right now. The rubber sole is a must in their homeland of Spain where cobblestones abound. At J Crew you'll find the affordable Soludos Espadrilles flats in red and white striped canvas (shown at top), blue chambray and more. ($36)
Glitter espadrilles are more glam but have the same sturdy rubber and jute sole. ($118) And I really love this snake print espadrille, also at J Crew. (on sale for $79.99)
Clog Sandals
Some clogs can be frumpy, but these Loeffler Randall Ankle Wrap Clogs are anything but. They have the comfort of a clog combined with the look of a sandal. With this fabulous hit of color you don't even need to accessorize above the ankle. ($235)
Ballerina Flats
If you're a fan of flats, go for an unexpected twist like a fun print or interesting fabric on a ballerina shoe so they add more pop to even a basic outfit. These Corso Como ballerina flats come in around 20 fabrics and colors. (on sale for $47.99 at Zappos)
I also like these open toed ballet flats from Blowfish shoes which comes in two cute floral patterns and the price is terrific. Wear them with flowy skirts or cuffed jeans. ($39 at Zappos)
Flip-Flops
If you're a fan of easy on/easy off shoes, these Yosi Samra Flip Flops look terrific in three different snakeskin prints. ($66 at Piperlime)
TKEES flipflops are a big hit with Cool Mom Picks, and now they're amazing in bright neon like these TKEES Zincs in yellow. ($48 at Shop Bop)
Gladiator Sandals
Yes, they're still in and they look great in tan leather (or 4 other colors) by DV by Dolce Vita ($69 at Zappos)
I also really like these Steve Madden Sandals which will be so comfortable and cute whether you're running errands, wrangling kids, or running out to Sunday brunch. ($79.95 at I Found A Secret, PLUS a 10% discount with code SMSTYLIST at checkout!)
DV also makes these fantastic Archer Sandals which are like a stripped-down gladiator in a fun snakeskin print. The ankle strap offers more support than your standard flip-flop. ($69 at Piperlime)
Sneakers
If you want to stay stylish, stay away from fat lace-up running shoes and instead opt for a comfy slip-on like these Bensimon Tennis Flats which comes in several colors. ($58 at Shop Bop)
Finally, if you're not above a sneaker splurge, these Phillip Lim sneakers are like a Teva, only better! In all black with a white sole, or with a bright red strap that's not shy at all. (On sale for $259 at Barneys NY down from $425. Wow.)
ED NOTE: We tried them and unfortunately...they look cute but not as comfy as the other choices on this page.
Contributor Stacey Mayesh is a successful editorial and celebrity stylist and personal shopper whose work has be seen in Vogue, Marie Claire and InStyle. If you have fashion questions for her, email us at [email protected] with ASK A STYLIST in the subject. If you want to hire her for personal shopping or styling help you can do that too!
