Skechers for Work Women's Soft Stride-Softie Lace-Up

Women's work shoes are very hard to find. This is the exact pair I bought when I first started working at my current job, about 3 years ago. They lasted about a year - which, considering I'm on my feet 50 hours a week, was incredibly impressive - but when I went to buy them again from where I got them originally (Sears, I believe) I found that they didn't make them anymore. They made an almost identical version, only the new ones had memory foam soles. I bought a pair of those to replace my originals, but found that I only got a few weeks out of them before the memory foam contoured to my foot in such a way that it didn't actually provide padding anymore. I went on a quest (both online and out in the world) to find a pair to match my originals, or just a good quality women's work shoe that wasn't memory foam and didn't have steel toes, and found that this combination was almost impossible to come by. Eventually I found these here, triple checked that they weren't memory foam, and ordered with my fingers crossed. I was elated when they showed up and were exactly what I wanted. I've had them about 4 and a half months now and they're still going strong - again, I abuse the crap out of them, so 4 and a half months is actually pretty impressive on it's own. I'm hoping to get at least a full year out of them, though they're already money well spent for the lack of foot and back pain, and will 100% order them again when the time comes. I can only hope that these don't vanish as well before then. Maybe I'll even buy a backup pair now, just in case. These are truly a great investment for any woman who has to wear slip-resistant shoes at work and doesn't want steel-toes or memory foam. In fact, if you're looking at these and currently have memory foam, I'd highly recommend giving these a chance. Memory foam is sorely overrated, especially when you're on your feet all day long.

This is a great work shoe for women. It does not look like a huge work boot or have steel toe. It looks like a black athletic shoe. I need a shoe I can remove foot liner so I can insert my orthotic inside. This can’t be done on ever shoe that sketcher makes and it is one reason I love this particular shoe.. If you can’t take the original liner of a shoe out the orthotic then needs to be placed on top of whatever is already in the shoe and then your heel is slipping out because your whole foot is too high inside the shoe. If you have leg and hip pain from your job ...standing or walking on hard surface ....this is the shoe to try. Buy some Power Step orthodics here on Amazon....insert in this shoe. You will feel the difference. The upper is also leather which is a must if you don’t want smelly feet or wearing vinyl shoe.

I work as a nurse and bought these shoes specifically for that reason. Standing on your feet for an 8-12 hour shift is hard on your feet, legs and back. These shoes have worked wonders for me! I come home at the end of a long shift and have no discomfort at all. I have even noticed that I no longer have the need to shift my weight from foot to foot when standing in one place and that was a big problem with the shoes I wore before these. The icing on the cake is the VERY reasonable price of these shoes. I've purchased shoes directed at nurses that range from $100-$125 and they haven't been as comfortable as these shoes.

I have purchased these shoes several times over the past 6 years and never had an issue until now. The last pair bought 7/29/17 were never comfortable. Three days ago, I noticed the whole outer side of the right side had completely come apart. I usually get at least 6 months wear before purchasing new ones, but 2 months is but ridiculous.

Fantastic shoe. I wear generally a 9 Wide. The width is perfect. The length is just a tad heal slip which is fixable by pulling the laces a litter tighter or wearing a thicker sock. They are an off road tire (an analogy) mega tennis shoe!! Huge and stylish at the same time. I just started a waitressing job and I'm up there in years!My back and feet and legs have been killing me. I read the reviews that these will help and they did!! My younger colleagues are running around in the more slender lower Sketchers and I'm smiling and not saying a word. In terms of whether these have support or not is a debate in the reviews. I will clarify since I used to sell shoes. I am someone with normal arches, so I don't need an orthopedic insert as very high arched people do. However no support at all kills my feet. These have great support for someone as I that doesn't actually need an orthopedic arch support. The plus is that you can put your own orthopedic in if you need. They are great support for me.I love them. They instantly relieve the stress on your back and knees and bounce your steps for a grueling work day!!

Before I review these shoes, keep in mind that I have foot issues that actually put me on work disability. My experience is not normal.That being said -These are very comfortable shoes. They took a bit of getting used to, of course, but it was a very short transition period. They worked very well with my special made orthotics, and helped to take some of the pressure off of my bad foot. These shoes did not, however, completely alleviate my issues, but they were sufficient enough for me to endure the retail environment that I was in (not permitted to sit).I would definitely recommend these shoes for someone in retail, even if you have some foot issues. They will take the edge off whatever pain you're dealing with.

This shoes works like magic for me. I stand all day on my job, tried a lot of shoes and insoles, non of them works, only with this shoes i can stand and work without hurting my feet..

I bought these because I'm old, my hips are going bad, and I still like to walk. The shoes have LOTS of cushy comfort in the very thick soles while being very light weight. I really think they will help make walking more comfortable. They offer no arch support whatsoever. None. Zilch. The inside is absolutely flat. Somebody answered a question about arch support and said they did give support. They do not. However, the product description does not claim to give arch support, so these shoes still get a 5 from me.

Very comfortable

Just as I expected!

I found these Skechers on Amazon after some searching - you cannot buy these in a retail store any longer, so I was happy to find them. I currently have two pairs that are well worn and need replacing. These shoes are very sturdy - a great shoe for walking/hiking. The non-slip sole is really good in rainy weather. I find the shoes to be comfortable. I also have a small insert I wear for extra support - lots of room to accommodate in this shoe. I wear these in the Spring/Fall in a rainy climate and they are wonderful. The price was pretty good on Amazon - a little less than what I paid retail a couple of years ago. I hope to order another pair from Amazon while they have my size! I find the fit to be accurate. Shipping was fast too.

The shoes are so comfortable! A little heavier and bigger than I expected but it leaves me room for inserts making them even more comfortable. Also, when choosing the size they had the number and a 'W' or 'M' I assumed that letter meant men's or women's but I got a wide size instead which is fine since I have wider feet but thought I should mention it.

I've been looking for a pair of non-slip shoes that I could wear everyday that would keep my feet from getting wet and these fit the bill exactly. Great support, the width is perfect as one of my feet sometimes swells up. Would be nice to have a memory foam insole in it but the shoe is still comfortable. I will buy them again when I need another pair.