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Gone are the days of sweating in heavy sneakers and tripping over flimsy flip-flops.
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Plus, wearing solid shoes can helppreventany issues down the line.
Dont let the stereotype that functional shoes are always ugly scare you away.
There are plenty of seriously cute expert- and editor-recommended options to choose fromtake your pick below!
Our picks are based on the recommendations of podiatrists and SELF staffers.
Another SELF editor loves the Z/1 Classic for dog walks in warm weather.
Just as comfy, but a little more chic, theArizona Big Buckleis another editor go-to.
I love that all three straps are adjustable, so my feet don’t slide around in them.
Plus, the big buckles make them feel a little fancier than the traditional Arizona!"
Cutri has even known people to hike the Grand Canyon in a pair.
(Thats the sign of a truly trail-ready sandal, if you ask us.)
Planning to spend some time by the water?
Go for theHurricane Driftinstead.
It comes highly recommended by our editor in chief and is light enough to float.
Lots of Vionic shoes have earned the APMAs seal of approval, including the cool and comfy Rejuvenate Sandal.
She loves this slides arch support, grooved footbed, and adjustable Velcro strap.
Plus, its a genuinely cute sandal thatll look equally at home withhiking shortsor sundresses.
Stylish, supportive, and functional, the Viibe is one of our moretravel-friendlypicks too.
Kuru
Current Water Sandal
Best for Plantar Fasciitis
Nicholas Japs, DPT, a physical therapist atSt.
Were also fans of how the treaded sole gives this sandal a little edge.
How can you tell if a sandal will be supportive?
Look for shoes that match the shape of your feet.
Flat feet or low arches need comfortable footbeds that dont rise as high.
Either way, check that your feet feel held and supported.
Dr. Cutri also recommends checking for a good balance between flexibility and rigidity in your footwear.
This means a group of podiatrists has found that the shoes design helps keep your feet healthy.
