I’m planning a Euro summer for the very first time, and it’s safe to say I am stressed.
From where to go and what to pack, to what I need for the long-haul flight and how I’m going to beat jet lag, there’s one thing I can’t stop worrying about: what shoes do I bring?
I’ve heard all the stories about travelling: you need good shoes. My problem is, I not only need comfortable stompers to get me around all day, but I need them to look chic.
Yes, I care about what’s on my feet – sue me. I plan to take as many photos as I can, like the tourist I am, and I need cute shoes to match my cute outfits.
Naturally, I started digging around on TikTok and Reddit. What are the most comfortable travel shoes to bring to Europe? And beyond that, which ones do I think are actually cute?
Here’s what I found.
The best travel shoes that are comfortable and chic
Classic Ballet
$74.99 at Crocs
I don’t own these yet (heavy on the yet), but I saw them popping off on TikTok and had to investigate. Reviews rave about their comfort, saying the slip-on style is beyond convenient and can be worn with socks too. You can also accessorise with Jibbotz, making them even more stylish and cute!
Key features:
- Pivotable heel strap
- Customisable with Jibbitz charms
- Lightweight
Rollie Ballet MJ Square Toe Flat
$219.95 at The Iconic
I raved about these flats in my comfortable ballet flats piece here, and I’m now doing it again. They not only have the softest padding so your arches are comfortable, but the square toe makes them look really chic with summer dresses.
Key features:
- Super-lightweight EVA soles
- Hand-finished nubuck and soft leathers
C Rivet Mary Jane
$210 $350 at Coach
I love my little Mary Janes from Coach. They are one of my most worn-every-day flats, so they will absolutely be coming with me to Europe. Most of the sizes are sadly out of stock, but Coach has several other styles to consider.
Key features:
- Leather and man-made leather upper
- Man-made leather lining and footbed
- Rubber outsole
- Buckle closure
Miami Flip
$54.99 at Crocs
These flips from Crocs are so comfortable that I’ve since ordered them in another colour! The blacks are your classics, but I got the red too for a pop of colour while I traipse the streets of Italy.
Key features:
- Soft, flexible TPU uppers
- Drop-in Croslite footbed and outsole
Now I can’t speak for everyone, but I am noticing that flats or sandals or flip-flops (literally, whatever you want to call them) are absolutely everywhere right now.
Look at beloved Aussie influencer Sophia Begg, widely known as Sopha Dopha, for example, who is currently in France and has not been seen in anything other than flip-flops.
With a pair in almost every colour, she’s styled them with everything from skirts to jeans and T-shirts, and I’m absolutely stealing her style as inspo for my own trip.
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