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Comfort and style can in fact in go hand in hand when you’re at work.

I am a contributor and former editor who has been writing for BuzzFeed Shopping since 2017, with a focus on beauty, travel, and practical products, and in addition to writing, am in the process of getting my master’s in speech-language pathology.

Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's. 

Promising review: "I’m a nurse, so comfortable shoes are a necessity. I have been a loyal Dansko clog fan for decades, but as I've gotten older, my feet have started to give me problems. Dansko is known for its high-quality, comfortable shoes, so I thought I would try these. They are fabulous! This is my second pair. They are lightweight, have a decent toe box, and are slip-resistant. Not bad on the eyes either. I would most definitely buy again. I liked them so much I bought a second pair to run around town, etc." –Colleen A. Ingle

Get them from Amazon for $83.52+ (available in sizes 5.5–13, wide fits, and 19 colors).

Promising review: "These shoes are amazing! When I first tried them on, I was a bit skeptical because of the support. It's something that I never felt when wearing a shoe. I thought, 'Great, here comes a blister,' but NOPE. The support in these shoes is absolutely incredible. I'm on my feet A LOT while at work. 14 of the 16 hours I work, I'm walking or running through the halls to keep up with patients/clients. And let me just say WOW! The comfort is astonishing. I figured that since they are a little heavy, that my feet would be tired, or even puffy and swollen – NOPE. ABSOLUTELY NOT. My feet feel great after I take them off. No blisters, the fit is great. I'm OBSESSED with these shoes. After I'm done writing this review, I'm ordering another pair! These shoes are the real deal." —Kay

Get them from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in sizes 5.5–10.5 and 12 colors).

Promising review: "This shoe is perfect! I am an elementary school teacher and was looking for a nice shoe that would be able to support my feet while standing for eight hours straight, and this shoe was perfect. I wear them most days during work, and not only are they comfortable, but they are also great-looking and professional. I have received MANY compliments while wearing these shoes! I highly recommend!" —Amazon Customer

Get them from Amazon for $50.77+ (available in sizes 5–12 and three colors). 

Promising reviews: "I am a shoe person. These are my fourth pair of Dream Pairs shoes. I love all of them, and the quality and price are amazing! I am an RN and am on my feet for over 10 hours a day. These shoes (all of Dream Pairs shoes) provide me with comfort and style. I am 51 years old and am starting to get slight bunion pain, where it’s hard to find good, comfortable shoes. I have no pain with any of these shoes! I love them! If I worked for this company, I would encourage everyone in the medical field to buy these shoes. I have never been so impressed in my life! I have spent so much money on expensive shoes in the past…for what?! I will only buy this brand from now on. I get at least five compliments daily when I wear Dream Pairs shoes." —angie martin

Get them from Amazon for $39.99 (available in sizes 6–11 and four colors).

Promising review: "Shoes are very comfortable. I've noticed my legs don't hurt as much as before. And I am pleased with these shoes and hope they will also help my back, too, since I'm a nurse and on my feet a lot." —Judy C. Miller

Get them from Amazon for $39.99 (available in sizes 5.5–11 and 19 colors).

Promising reviews: "These shoes are so comfortable! I’m on my feet all day as an elementary school teacher, and I love wearing them with pants or dresses. They have a classic, trendy vibe. I also very much appreciate the affordable price point. Just a quick recommendation — I sprayed a waterproof shoe protector on the suede parts before I wore them to help keep that section of the shoes from getting dirty. Kiddos sometimes step on my toes, and I’m able to wipe the marks right off." —MissTexas

Get them from Amazon for $94.95 (available in women's sizes 5–14.5, men's sizes 4–13.5, and two colors).

Promising review: "I’ve been wearing Rocket Dog shoes since high school, and they never disappoint! As a teacher, I’m on my feet all day, and these are perfect since they are well-padded and have great support. They are very flexible and are amazing if you have wider feet. You can’t pass these up, especially at this price!" —SSchmitz

Get them from Amazon for $34.90 (available in sizes 6–12, and 28 other colors, including wide sizes).

Promising review: "These are my favorite shoes, this is my second pair. I wear them pretty much every day, all day as a preschool teacher and mom, so I’m on my feet A LOT. They are comfortable and wear great." —Ciara Parrisher

Get them from Amazon for $17.59+ (available in sizes 5.5–11 and 11 other colors/prints).

Promising reviews: "I absolutely love these, so cute!! Be warned, they run just a wee bit big. I didn't size down, but I do wear thick socks with them. I am a teacher, and I wear these nearly every day. They wear well outside! Not only are they comfortable, but they are so durable. Any scuffing that occurs on the leather typically can be wiped away by a finger as well, which is a superb feature." —Abby S

Get them from Amazon for $46.99+ (available in sizes 5.5–11 and four colors).

Promising review: "I have bought and worn many flats in my life. I am a teacher and on my feet all day long. These flats are THE MOST COMFORTABLE! They didn't even need to be broken in. I've bought them in several colors!" —Andrew Long

Get them from Amazon for $32.99 (available in sizes 6–10 and 14 styles).

Promising reviews: "These shoes are a game changer! I walk dogs and work in a restaurant, so I am constantly on the lookout for shoes that are comfortable, supportive, lightweight, and can go from street to the dining floor — let me tell ya, these shoes are it! The soles are nonslip, so you could absolutely feel secure walking around a slippery floor. I’m so glad I decided to order them! I went with my usual size and found the fit to be perfect. I will definitely be ordering this shoe again in the future!" —Mollie

"I work as a nurse, and I’m on my feet all day. The normal nursing shoes feel too heavy all day, and I wanted some inexpensive shoes that were comfortable. These shoes are perfect! I love the color — very vibrant, the fit is perfect, and they were comfortable for a 10-hour shift. The only problem is that the liner (insole) came out. I put it back in easily. I plan on ordering a few more pairs. The price is right. Good buy for the money." —Debra Tritsarolis

Get them from Amazon for $27.60+ (available in sizes 4–13.5 and 12 colors).

Promising reviews: "I work at a restaurant and walk a lot most of my shifts. I was looking for something that would be comfortable and look professional at the same time. These shoes have both. Definitely getting another pair." —Paola Vargas 

"I am a teacher and on my feet quite a bit during the day. These shoes are very comfortable. Just the right amount of heel to wear with any length of jeans or pants." —Karlene

Get them from Amazon for $35.99 (available in sizes 5–12 and five colors).

Pssst! Reviewers say that these run small.

Promising review: "Shoes run a size smaller, but I read the reviews, so I ordered a size 9 instead of an 8, and they fit well. Very comfortable! I teach in these all day, and my feet do not hurt at the end of the day, unlike with other shoes in the past. I’ve gotten a lot of compliments for them!" —Amazon Customer

Get them from Amazon for $29.99 (available in sizes 5–11 and five colors).

Promising reviews: "I’m a teacher and these are perfect. The quality is top-notch, and they didn’t hurt as badly as loafers of similar shape throughout the day. Super comfortable and are now my go-to shoe." —Katy

Get them from Quince for $89.90 (available in sizes 5–10 and three colors).

Promising review: "So chic and so comfortable. These boots look great with jeans and dress pants. I’m a teacher, so I’m on my feet all day. These boots feel as comfortable as sneakers." —Amazon Customer

Get them from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in sizes 5.5–11 and seven colors).

Promising reviews: "I love these sneakers!!! 👟👟They are so cute and comfortable! I wear them for nursing clinicals and prefer them to the nursing shoes I previously wore. Buy these sneakers!" —✨Blessed & Favored✨

Get them from Amazon for $99.95 (available in sizes 5–12, wide sizes, and in three colors)

Promising review: "I absolutely love these!! Saw them on a blogger and impulsively purchased. 😬 I am SO glad I did because they’re comfy and go with so many things! I’m a teacher and have no problem wearing them all day!!" —Amazon Customer

Get them from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in sizes 6–11 and in 16 colors).

Promising reviews: "I am a server, so I do a lot of walking, and these shoes were so comfortable from the first day I wore them. I throw them in the washer every week, and they hold up extremely well. These shoes are a great classic style at a reasonable price." —Melanie Carr

"I waitress, cook, and manage in these shoes. They don't have arch support, but they're weirdly better on my feet while I work than tennis shoes. I don't have flat feet either." —Summer V.

Get them from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in sizes 5–11 and five colors).

Promising reviews: "Soo comfy and good quality! I work in a restaurant, I can wear them all day and without discomfort." —Jennifer Marie Contreras

"I’m a teacher who is on her feet all day. I was a little skeptical about the quality of the shoes given the price, but I’m glad I purchased them! They’re true to size and very comfortable. I’m used to my feet hurting after a long day at work, but that hasn't been the case with these shoes. I will definitely buy in other colors." —Sarah

Get them from Amazon for $24.90 (available in sizes 5–15, including wide sizes, and 18 colors).

Psst! Some reviewers say these shoes run big and recommend ordering a size down.

Promising reviews: "This is my second pair. I work very long shifts at a restaurant, and these are the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever owned. I also put insoles in them, but my back doesn’t hurt anymore, and neither do my feet. I will keep buying these for work until they stop making them." —heather achin

"I’m giving these 5 stars because I am a middle school teacher on my feet all day long, and when I wear these, my feet and back don’t even hurt. I have wide feet, but not wide enough for a 'wide' fitting shoe, and these fit true to size. Easy on/off and easy to clean. They will need a low-rise sock." —Amazon Customer

Get them from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in sizes 6–11, wide sizes, and in 11 colors).

Promising review: "I am IN LOVE with these shoes! I’m a veterinary nurse and am on my feet for 9+ hours a day, and these shoes are so comfy and supportive throughout my shift. I bought a pair of New Balances for almost $80 right before I found these guys, and they’re not even as comfortable as these shoes! I HIGHLY recommend these unbelievably cushioned, stretchy-topped, heavenly shoes!" —Bella R

Get them from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in sizes 5–13, wide sizes, and 21 colors).

Promising reviews: "These shoes are amazing! I have to be careful with what I buy for flats. They MUST have support, as I have a very high arch. As a high school teacher, I am on my feet all day! I can wear these all day with a no-show sock, and my feet don't hurt at all by the end of the day. They go great with all my colored pants and even dress up a pair of jeans! I think I need to order the black ones as well!!" —Kristen Garbarini

"I’m a nurse and spend a lot of time on my feet. I needed a pair of cute work shoes I could wear on days I’m in the clinic, but also have a lot of meetings and can’t get away with scrubs and sneakers. I have plantar fasciitis, so I can’t wear nicer shoes. I have gotten so many compliments on these from coworkers, patients, and parents! I got the taupe color, and they go with everything. I’ve worn them about a dozen times, and my feet never bother me afterward. I can walk all over my large hospital or wait for the bus after work." —KA

Get them from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in sizes 6–13, including wide fits, and in three colors).

Promising review: "I LOVE THESE SHOES!!! A teacher's dream. They're super cute and even have comfortable insoles. The color is rich and vibrant. Excellent quality. Even my sardonic teenage students constantly compliment them. Will be buying more colors!!!" —Rb

Get it from Amazon for $19.90 (available in sizes 5–13 and seven colors).

Promising review: "I love these shoes. I'm a nurse and on my feet, and my feet love these. Lightweight, waterproof, easy to wipe clean. And they are nonslip." —Debbie

Get them from Amazon for $49.99 (available in sizes 5–11 and in six colors).

Promising reviews: "I’m in love with these. I’m a full-time nursing student and working in a hospital full-time as well. I’ve been wanting a shoe that is super comfortable for running around and being on my feet, without feeling so frumpy, clunky, or Croc-y (don’t get me wrong, I love my Crocs, but sometimes I just am not feeling cute in them). These are perfect." —Jolie Mattos 

"Like walking on air. I’m a cook, on my feet all day. These are comfort and support at a price I can afford. Wonderful." —DAVID L CREDE

Get them from Amazon for $25.19+ (available in sizes 5–13 in regular, wide, and narrow widths, and in 24 colors).

Reviewers recommend sizing up half a size in this style.

Promising review: "Saw these on a friend and loved them. They are super comfortable, and I’m on my feet all day as an elementary teacher." —teacher

Get them from Amazon for $59.99 (available in sizes 6–11, including wide sizes, and six colors).

Promising review: "Every time I wear these shoes, I get MANY compliments! As a teacher, I am on my feet all day running from here to there, and these shoes keep up! I was concerned they may become uncomfortable after extended wear, but that is just not the case! They go with so many different outfits, too. They come in a great variety of colors and textures — I love them so much that I have expanded to two pairs and have another pair arriving next week! Highly recommend!" —Andrea P

Get them from Amazon for $49.99 (available in sizes 5–12, two widths, and nine colors).

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