Like most women…I love shoes. All kinds of shoes! If I opened up my closet right now and left you take a peek inside you would see at least 50 different pairs of shoes and boots! With that said, I am very picky on what shoes I buy.
When I was younger, I could wear any style of shoe that I wanted. All of that changed 2 years ago when I had a total hip replacement. Now when I go shopping for footwear I am all about comfort, quality and price (in that order).
Today, I am going to share with all of you some great tips on how to buy summer shoes for your family. These tips are courtesy of ShoeBuy’s EVP and Chief Merchandising Officer, Trisha Sweeney. Read through these tips and then find my review below.
Dads: Canvas kicks and boat shoes are always a great option, and of course sandals are a great go-to in warm weather. Here are a few ideas of what to look for: When it comes to canvas, all his old favorites like the classics from Converse and Vans are great picks for a casual look – and there are new colors and patterns to give every guy out there the chance to show off his own style. Boat shoes are certainly not just for boaters. This versatile, casual shoe can be found in canvas, leather or a mix of the two from all his favorite brands like Sperry Top-Sider, Timberland, Tommy Hilfiger, Eastland, Sebago and Skechers, so there is a color and style for every guy out there. Dress these up for a casual summer wedding with seersucker pants or pair them with casual shorts and a t-shirt for an afternoon on the boardwalk. No summer wardrobe is complete without sandals – flip flops, leather slides and waterproof styles will always be in style and this season brings a great selection of all three!
Moms: These days, women no longer have to choose between comfort and style – there are tons of great options for wedges, flats and more in all of the colors and patterns that are making this season so much fun. For wedges, the key is to choose a quality brand so that your foot is truly supported. The right wedge will take you from morning to night in comfort. We love this season’s wedges from Aerosoles, Clarks and Naturalizer if you’re looking for a stylish sandal that will leave room in your budget for a second pair. Flats have always been a go-to for warm-weather style. We love this season’s crop of canvas flats, which bring together great patterns and bold colors. They’re sporty and stylish and you’ll feel like they’ll be a fit from Saturday brunch with the girls to your errands in the afternoon, and even an impromptu family outing to a baseball game.
Kids: Comfort and quality are the keys – you want to ensure little feet are supported but that the shoes will last as long as possible. You want them to be comfortable but you also need them to like their shoes so it’s not a struggle to get them on their feet on the way out the door! A good quality shoe is key to stand up to a summer’s worth of adventures, so be sure to look for trusted brands and styles you know will last. From Hanna Anderson to Stride Rite and Jambu, brands that specialize in children’s shoes often have a great variety. But many other great brands now offer children’s shoes with fun, affordable options for summer, like Keds, Bogs, Keen and Crocs.
Recently I received a new pair of Skechers On the GO Ritz Sporty Ballet Flats to review for all of you. These beauties come in 3 different colors and I selected the neutral Taupe which can be worn with anything! Looking for some fun fashion colors? Well, they come in Turquoise and Hot Pink too!
These sneakers (sporty ballet flats) are extremely light-weight and you don’t even feel them on your feet! Seriously, each one weighs about 4 3/4 oz. so if you are looking for a light-weight shoe…these are for you!
They are made out of Skech-Knit Mesh that has cooling panels to help keep your feet cool during the hot summer months. The collar is lightly padded for comfort and the fabric lining on the insoles is super soft against your bare skin. The insoles are anti-microbial which helps to wick away moisture and inhibit odor.
Let’s talk about comfort. These sporty ballet flats are the MOST comfortable shoes that I own! If you own a pair of Skechers GoWalks, these are very similar to that style. When you walk around in them you feel like you are walking around on thousands of comfy soft cotton balls. The soles are extremely flexible so no break-in period is needed at all.
As I previously stated at the beginning of my blog post I had a total hip replacement 2 years ago. I can no longer wear high heels or shoes that don’t fit me comfortably. In addition, I often get tired legs and pain in my feet & back. These Skechers are a pure dream to walk around in! Seriously, I forget that I am even wearing shoes and I could walk for miles and miles while wearing them!
In addition to the comfort factor…they are super stylish too! I can wear them with a maxi dress or skirt, capris, shorts and even my denim jeans! They are a very versatile footwear choice. I love them so much that now I want them in the Hot Pink and Turquoise too!
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New Balance 1540v2 – Silver/Green
(Women’s)
I like the Jack Rogers Navajo Sandal
I would love to have the Birkenstock Gizeh Birko-Flor™ Sandal
I want the New Balance W990v3 Running Shoe
need some new sneakers like maybe the: Avia Avi-Endeavor – Chrome Silver/Black/Varsity Red/Blazing Yellow (Men’s)
Do I do this more than once
I like the Vionic with Orthaheel Technology Enisa.
I would love to have the Pikolinos Lille!
I have been wanting a pair of Jack Rogers like the Jack Rogers Capri Sandal
I need some black wedges!
i want the New Balance W990v3 Running Shoe – Grey/Pink (Women’s)
Love the MUPS Chloe shoe for girls!
I’d love to have their Beston Lemon-01 Floral Sneaker in the color black. So cute & fun!
I would LOVE to own the Summit White Mountain Gera – Off White Italian Leather
(Women’s) or the Diba True Island Girl Boots – Chartreuse Suede
(Women’s)!
I would also like to have the New Balance W990v3 Running Shoes in the Navy color,
A pair of the saucony running shoes would be a great item to buy with this !
I love the Aerosoles PLUSH AROUND (in several “colors” like Coral Combo, Gold Multi, Green Fabric) ~ Aerosole alway fit me properly and a very comfortable to wear and walk in! Thanks!
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New Balance M990v3 Running Shoe – Beige
(Men’s)
Easy Spirit Traveltime Slip On in Navey/White Suede
I would love to get the ECCO Yucatan Sandal – Bison/Mineral/Black
I would love to get the UGG Mattie (Women’s)
I like the Women’s Spring Step Dora 2 sandals.
Clarks Tempt Appeal in Black; these look so cool!
I love the Ariat Heritage Western R Toe Boot – Chocolate Full Grain Leather
The Crocks Kadee in black/black
I also like the Hades Crimson (Women’s)
I would love to have the Heelys Speed 2.0 (Girls’) for my niece
Clarks Tempt Appeal in Black—need these for work!
The crocs baya flip in black.
Clarks Majorca Villa – Charcoal Suede.
Skechers Equalizer Persistent for my son is what I would get.
I like New Balance WX711 Cross Training Shoe
I like New Balance WW928 Walking Shoe
I like the New Balance WW928 Walking Shoe
Love Shoebuy! I’d like to get the Aerosoles Plush Pillow wedges!
I would like Vionic with Orthaheel Technology Tide II Sandal
I like the girls Keen Newport sandals in capri breeze dots.
Keen – Rose Sandal Youth
I might get the Vionic with Orthaheel Technology Tide II Sandal in turquoise.
I would love to have the Crocs Kadee – Black/Black.
The Hush Puppies Chaste Ballet Flat – Tan Stud are so cute love to wear their shoes.
I’d love to get the Keen Newport H2 Sandal for my youngest daughter. We love Keen shoes and she’s in need of a pair for summer!
I”d choose the Women’s Propét TravelWalker Lo Pro Black Mesh 🙂
I’d love the Saucony Guide 8 Running Shoe
I like the pink Skechers GOwalk 3 Slip-on. They look so comfortable.
Skechers gowalk in black
Lucky Brand Emmy
I love the Birkenstock Tokyo Super Grip. They are super fun, and so very comfortable. I am really impressed by the selection of shoes!
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I love the Naturalizer Danya Sandal. They would go with so many things!
I like the asics 2 gel shoes.
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I like the Funtasma Ladybug 18 flats (cute!)
Sperry Top-Sider Baitfish Thong – Brown/Buc Brown Leather
(Men’s)
I like the New Balance KV990! They look comfy but stylish too.
I love the Lucky Brand Emmy shoe. thankyou, ken
I’d love to have the Chaco ZX/2 Yampa – Diamond Eyes sandals.
I like the Frye Melissa Button boot in Bordeaux Soft Vintage Leather.
I went to the sponsor’s site and I would also love to have the Ariat Heritage Western R Toe Boot (Women’s).
would love to purchase the Palladium Flex Lace Mid Sneaker for my daughter
I really like the Birkenstock Mayari Birkibuc. I need some good sandals for summer.
Woo-hoo! They have the Dr. Scholl’s sandals that I LIVED in, in the 70s. The Dr. Scholl’s Classic Slide in Navy! Bring back the old days!
The Propet Monica flip-flops are really pretty, but if they’re only half os comfortable as my Propet boots, they’d be really comfy, too.
I’d like to have the Easy Street Chelsea shoes in yellow.
I like the Naturalizer Danya sandals.
My daughter and I both like Skechers…so many great ones, too. On a different note…or shoe…she has been wanting a pair of white boots like the Beston Auto-2 – White Faux Leather.
I like the Crocs Specialist Clog in black.
Thanks for the contest.
I love the Skechers GO WALK Blend in turquoise! They look super comfortable, which matters to someone with diabetic foot issues!
Id like the Skechers Go Walk Blend in navy
I like the ASICS GEL-Contend™ 2 Running Shoe (Women’s)
I love the Luichiny Take Me Back High Heel Shoes.
I’d love to get a pair of Skechers Skech-Air for my son in blue 🙂 So cool!
I like lucky brand emmie Americana
I like the Skechers GOwalk Blend in navy.
I’d like the black suede pair of Aerosoles Duble Trouble shoe boots. They are always a comfortable brand for me.
I love the Rocket Dog Raylan shoe!
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I like the Easy Spirit Traveltime slip-on in black
I’d like have the New Balance WW928 Walking Shoe.
I liked the Lucky Brand Emma shoe style.
I would also love to have the Converse Chuck Taylor® All Star Core High Top Sneaker!
I like the easy spirit travel time slip on shoes.
I like the Women’s Skechers Cyclers Sea Jewel Sandals.
I would love to have the Klogs Via – Mojito/Driftwood Smooth Leather.
I would like the Lucky Brand Emmy shoe in nude finish to go with everything!
i love the Doc Martens 1460 8 eye boot!