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Sneakers are long-touted as a wonderful option for female travelers. However, we also want to let out our inner fashionistas from time to time. Check out this list of the most comfortable fashion sneakers that combine style and practicality—we guarantee your feet will fall in love!
Womens Fashion Sneakers
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I was in the fashion industry for years before traveling full-time (feel free to read more about me here), so it took a lot of adjusting to combine my taste with more practical items like sneakers.
But thank goodness both fashion and function have come together and gifted us with gorgeous women fashion sneakers that are actually comfortable!
These are a great fit for so many occasions: walking around an urban city, visiting a winery in a summer dress, climbing to the top of a cathedral, taking a promenade on dirt paths… you get the idea!
See these highly recommended picks for the best fashion sneakers womens styles that will make your feet sing with happiness but are also Insta-worthy!
Best Fashion Sneaker for Women (That’s Comfortable!)
Shop: Jibs
Editor’s Pick: Jibs Slim Jet Slip Ons
These pretty fashion sneakers by Jibs are the right combination of quality construction and design! Not only are they comfortable, but stylish for destinations like Europe.
The Therma rubber sole is solid and flexible, the natural cork insole wicks away moisture and doesn’t retain odors, and the perforated upper is airy and made of 100% real biodegradable-leather; so they’re environmentally friendly as well!
They’ve not only become my favorite flying shoes, but I also wear them all the time!
In El Salvador, wearing Jibs Slip Ons with Wallaroo Hat
Jibs are not exactly for multiple trips for a long stretch, but they’re wonderful for a more extended stay in one or two spots. They not only feel comfortable but look chic! I got the Black/Onyx black fashion sneakers, but it’s offered in a ton of colors.
These absolutely made my top 10 list of travel items I used non-stop in 2020 for a reason!
Taos Star Fashion Sneakers
Taos Star Fashion sneakers are a cute walking fashion sneakers that not only delivers on style but comfort. They look like Converse sneakers but are way more supportive and comfortable!
The removable footbed provides arch support (which includes side-arch support) so you can walk on them for long periods of time.
If you want a sneaker look but slip-on function, you can switch out the normal laces with elastic ones. That way you’re still in a sneaker, but you cut out a few minutes from getting ready and don’t have to tie any laces (or re-tie them in the middle of the day, for that matter).
For more sizing options, check out their website!
Shop: Amazon | Nordstrom | Kohl’s | Zappos
Dr. Scholl’s Shoes Women’s Madison Fashion Sneaker
Ladies fashion sneakers like Dr. Scholl’s are incessantly popular, and these come in a plethora of colors. They work great for travel, pack flat easily, and will keep you looking stylish.
I wear this type of womens casual sneakers walking around new cities, visiting tourist sites, and for light nature walks.
One happy user says, “I absolutely love these shoes. I was looking for slip on sneakers that I could wear every day and also dress up. These are very comfortable! I can wear them with or without socks, my feet don’t get too sweaty, and they were easy to break in.”
Shop: Amazon
adidas Women’s Fashion Sneakers – Advantage
Beyond cute! These adidas fashion sneakers have a soft leather upper and a molded outsole to hug the foot. One reviewer says these are stylish and also adds, “I love these shoes! They fit perfectly and are very comfortable!”
Shop: Amazon | Zappos | Nordstrom
ECCO Women’s Soft-7 Sneaker
While having the look of high fashion sneakers, the Ecco Soft-7 is made for comfort! Made of 100% soft leather, it’s designed to fit the foot anatomically, with a cushioned insole and outsole that’s flexible when walking. Users adore the range of rich colors available and how they feel.
One review says, “This is the comfiest, and the nicest looking shoe I’ve ever owned. These look perfect for casual or more dressy occasions!”
Here are even more of our readers favorite Ecco styles including their recommendations for sandals, sneakers, and flats.
Shop: Amazon
PUMA Fashion Sneakers – Adelina
These off white fashion sneakers from Puma are described by wearers as extremely lightweight, beautiful, and comfortable.” They also come in other great colors than the shade pictured above, we promise!
Feminine-looking, these also have some bells and whistles, such as an EVA outsole, soft elastic straps that support the feet, and there’s a memory foam sock liner that adds extra cushioning.
One user offers some tips on how to wear them! “ They go with light summer dresses as well as with jeans and sports apparel.” Reviews also say they fit wide, so great for people who need a wider shoe!
Here are our readers tried and tested recommendations for the best insoles for walking and standing all day!
Sperry Fashion Sneakers Women – Crest Vibe
When it comes to cute yet cheap fashion sneakers, you can’t go wrong with the Sperry Crest Vibe. They’re a nice alternative to leather or suede, being 100% synthetic.
They have traction in the rubber sole, a range of fun colors or patterns to choose from, and the tied off barrel laces are genuinely rawhide (easy for on/off)! The major draw is comfort though, as they have a memory foam insole to support the feet.
This review breaks down why this shoe is sought after (6,000+ positive ratings on Amazon!), “The style is adorable! These go with anything and make even the most casual outfit feel a little more sophisticated. The insole is a dream. After wearing through two VERY walking-heavy trips, the insoles have held up great and have molded to my feet. I love the convenience of the slip-on styling. I’ve walked hundreds of miles in these babies, and they still look great.”
Shop: Amazon
Blowfish Fruit Fashion Sneakers
This fun fashion sneaker with a side zipper by Blowfish Malibu is an offshoot on their popular Fruit Canvas shoe, and users are all for it! Described as “very stylish” and “great quality,” these would look fab with shorts or a skort.
The knit upper and rubber outsole is designed to flatter and is shock absorbing to support the foot. One wearer says, “Could wear these every day—absolutely love these! Goes great with leggings and jeans!”
Note: These travel shoes may not work if you have specific foot issues. Feel free to peruse our shoe section to find orthopedic shoes, shoes for flat feet, or narrow and wide shoe options!
Shop: Vintage Habana
Vintage Havana Rema Fashion Sneakers
This stylish fashion sneaker from Vintage Havana is lightweight and adorable, making it a great spring and summer choice!
These are easy to slip into and have a distressed outsole for movement. One reviewer says, “I wanted some cute sneakers for an upcoming vacation, and these are perfect. The look is sleek!”
If you want something more hearty and supportive, see this post for a popular Skechers fashion sneaker!
Shop: Amazon
Vionic Zinah Wedge Fashion Sneaker
These chic leather fashion sneakers are from Vionic, a veritable TFG reader favorite. Not only does it combine comfort in their signature removable EVA footbed, but the fun and funky design will look chic with leggings or jeans. (Try faux leather leggings too!)
One user says these shoes are an excellent option for women who have foot and ankle issues and says, “These feel quite supportive for my feet and ankles. I like the little bit of style they have and find them very comfortable on days when I walk a lot. I own a lot of Vionic sandals, but their slip ons are even better. I couldn’t be happier.”
Readers also like Vionic high top fashion sneaker as well, see a few cool-looking selections here!
TFG readers are ALWAYS recommending Vionic for comfortable shoes. Whether it’s sandals, sneakers or boots, here are their top picks!
Shop: Zappos
Aetrex Carly Fashion Sneakers
With so many cute color combinations to choose from, the Aetrex sneakers can suit anyone’s personal style. But they’re also described as comfortable, supportive due to the EVA midsole, and having a sturdy outsole for walking. And the knit exterior is soft!
One intrepid user says, “I’m in love with these! So comfortable and stylish for traveling.”
Cute Fashion Sneakers Comparison Chart
| BRAND | MODEL | FEATURES | REVIEWS | RATING | PRICE |
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Editor’s Pick: Jibs Slim Jet Slip Ons |
The Therma rubber sole is solid and flexible, the natural cork insole wicks away moisture and doesn’t retain odors, and the perforated upper is airy and made of 100% real biodegradable-leather | Check Price |
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Taos Plim Star Fashion Sneakers |
Taos Fashion sneakers are a cute walking fashion sneakers that not only delivers on style but comfort. They look like Converse sneakers but are way more supportive and comfortable! | Check Price |
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Dr. Scholl's Shoes Women's Madison Fashion Sneaker |
“I absolutely love these shoes. I was looking for slip on sneakers that would be comfortable and that I could wear every day and also dress up. These are very comfortable! I can wear them with or without socks, my feet don't get too sweaty, and they were easy to break in.” | Check Price |
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adidas Women's Fashion Sneakers - Advantage |
“I love these shoes! They fit perfectly and are very comfortable!” | Check Price |
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ECCO Women's Soft-7 Sneaker |
“This is the comfiest, and the nicest looking shoe I've ever owned. These look perfect for casual or more dressy occasions!” | Check Price |
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PUMA Fashion Sneakers - Adelina |
“ They go with light summer dresses as well as with jeans and sports apparel.” | Check Price |
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Sperry Fashion Sneakers Women - Crest Vibe |
“The style is adorable! These go with anything and make even the most casual outfit feel a little more sophisticated. The insole is a dream. After wearing through two VERY walking-heavy trips, the insoles have held up great and have molded to my feet. I love the convenience of the slip-on styling. I've walked hundreds of miles in these babies, and they still look great.” | Check Price |
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Blowfish Fruit Fashion Sneakers |
“Could wear these every day—absolutely love these! Goes great with leggings and jeans!” | Check Price |
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Vintage Havana Rema Fashion Sneakers |
“I wanted some cute sneakers for an upcoming vacation, and these are perfect. The look is sleek!” | Check Price |
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Vionic Zinah Wedge Fashion Sneaker |
“These feel quite supportive for my feet and ankles. I like the little bit of style they have and find them very comfortable on days when I walk a lot. I own a lot of Vionic sandals, but their slip ons are even better. I couldn’t be happier.” | Check Price |
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Aetrex Carly Fashion Sneakers |
"I’m in love with these! So comfortable and stylish for traveling." | Check Price |
How to Pack Your New Fashion Sneakers
Now that you’ve picked up some cool fashion sneakers, it’s time to pack them! Maybe you want to store your shoes after wearing them on the plane or choose to wear a different pair home, start by selecting a container such as a shoe bag or a packing cube, then pack according to your type of luggage. See more in the video below.
Watch this video to start learning how to organize with packing cubes!
Whether you have a front loading or top loading backpack, it’s crucial to put your shoes first, at the bottom. If you’re planning to pack shoes in a rolling carry-on, remember that it stands sideways, so it’s important to note how it functions when it is upright. Most often, your shoes will need to be packed close to the wheels, so that the luggage maintains its balance in transit.
What are your favorite women’s fashion sneakers? Share in the comments!
For more comfortable shoes for travel, please read:
- Cute and Comfortable Ballets Flats for Travel
- Most Comfortable Skechers Shoes for Women
- Easy to Wear Slip-On Sneakers
- Most Comfortable and Cute Walking Shoes for Travel
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I just bought Ecco Therap sneaker. So comfortable and stable on cobblestones!
Cris Gawlik
https://us.ecco.com/ecco-therap-womens-sneaker-825283.html
Thanks for sharing your recommendation with us Heather!
This blog post is incredibly helpful! I am always looking for comfortable yet stylish travel shoes that will fit my difficult feet and provide the support I need!
so appreciate these options, it is so difficult to buy shoes online but it is how I often find myself shoe shopping!
I love my All Birds because they keep my feet from getting too hot in the summer.
I have taken several of your recommendations for travel and you never disappoint! I own the compass rose packing cubes and love them too. From this article, I bought the Jibs Slims and the Ecco Soft 7 sneakers… both were great – thanks
Love this! It has surely helped with the packing for my next trip!!
I tried the Cariuma OCA low canvas sneakers in white on a 6-week trip to Spain and Portugal in spring, 2022. They were so comfortable that I wore them everywhere. They looked cute with casual dresses, shorts, and jeans. I like that they are made sustainable. They have a removable cork insole that helps with comfort, so they are much better for walking than a flat Converse or other flat sneaker. Now that I know how comfortable they are, I plan to buy them in the leather which will be more water-resistant than canvas.
I am still looking for the perfect white sneakers which may prove elusive. I love reading the comments and experiences of my fellow travelers!
Thank you for this post! I’ve been looking for a good shoe to wear in Italy!
Very helpful! Ended up with the Ecco soft 7 and love them!
Love the ECCO
I have found Skechers and Vionics to be great for walking around Rome on cobblestone streets. I really appreciate your blog for pulling all the research together already!
I love my brooks ghost for walking. However, you have some great options here
I love the Vionic brands. Love the high tops!
I am a Skechers girl for the most part. I have to say that I really like the look and comfort of the Sperry. I have white and the Americana. Great picks!
Still loving my Ecco Soft 7 sneakers a year later. They have gone to work, dats night, and multiple trips.
I am a complete Skechers girl! I have tennis shoes, casual shoes and sandals that keep my feet feeling like they are walking on air. And best of all, they are light so very little added weight to my bag!
Sigh. I wish I found this post two weeks ago while I was frantically researching fashionable sneaks to wear on the plane on my trip to Thailand. What I would really love is double duty shoe that looks cute, but I could also work out in. However, I wound up buying some cream leather LITAs, and they are so pretty. Not the double duty shoe of my dreams (I think I am going to give into Adidas Ultraboost eventually), but since they were on sale for $99, not too bad.
Great suggestions! I got the All Birds Runners for a recent trip to Italy and walked 1-10 miles a day without blisters. Woot!!
Love my Ecco booties, and really love my sketcher runners….
I have really taken your advice on the packing list and shoes for my traveling and love your blogs!
I took the Ecco 7’s on a trip to Italy where we walked an average of 5 miles a day for 2 wks. I’m taking them to northern Italy in a couple weeks and have planned outfits around them.
Planning a trip to Germany and this shoe post is GOLDEN! Thank you!
I love my Ecco Soft 7’s. They are ultra comfy and still stylish. I have black. The only thing that is a bit iffy is the sole has yellowed – not dirty, just yellowed.
I have a wide foot and hesitated to order the Jibs Slim Jets because of the pointed foot. Happy to say that they have become one of my favorite shoes and I highly recommend. They required no break in period and have held up well after miles and miles of walking.
Thank you for recognizing that we need to feel good and want to look good at the same time. I don’t know why so many shoe designers can’t get both right. I appreciate your blogs so much 🙂
Can anyone recommend a sneaker that would work for someone with plantar fasciitis?
BTW- always appreciate the articles and recommendations on this site. Thanks!
Thank you for the expansive list of suggestions—let the search begin!
I’m a flight attendant and in Europe every week. Sneakers are everywhere right now-even with dressy dresses!
Thank you for these suggestions, comfort is a must.
Honestly footwear is so important for travel. You may be walking more than you normally do and need to plan accordingly. Recently I went on a trip and walked close to 20k steps per day. I had a pair of cute Roxy sneakers and they were super comfortable and cute!
I love that you offer a variety of styles and suggestions. I have found as I age (yup, I hit one of those magic big numbers in July!), and begin to travel more often, it’s important to care for my feet. I have fallen in love with Taos brand. They are so incredibly comfortable with a great high arch for support. I haven’t even left home yet and have already received so many compliments on my newest pair off print sneakers, I’m feeling like I’m styling! Thanks for all the great advice.
Just got back from Amsterdam and learned at Schiphol (and I assume any EU airport) you will have to remove any shoe that comes above your ankle at security. If you wear regular sneakers or flats thru security not high tops or booties you avoid having to remove your shoes.
This provides so much valuable information. Thank you
I recently got the Taos Z-Soul and find they are wonderful. Has a zipper on them for quick in and out at the airport, and a thicker sole with a great arch support inside.
Just ordered a couple of pairs of Jibs – one slim one classic- hoping one works well for an upcoming trip to Europe
I am going shoe shopping NOW! how did i not find this blog sooner!!!
Love the Vionic sneakers!
Jibs are only in whole sizes and I’m a US 7.5. Do you find that they stretch? The 8 felt too big…
Hi Balyanı, I totally forgot to mention that I had to go down a size. I normally wear a 7 but with Jibs I wear a 6. Slightly snug at first but it doesn’t feel small like a 6. They do stretch a little. Hope this helps! ?
Supergas, with Dr. Scholl’s Gel Insoles worked for me on our last trip to Europe in summer. This spring I’m going to try Geox Nebula, fingers crossed they will be comfy and supportive!
Great choices!
I recommend PF Flyers for those who want cute shoes with arch support!
Thanks for the tip!
Wow, these sneakers sound great. I’ll have to get a pair for my lady friend who’s traveling in the Blue Lagoon!
They’re cute and can be practical too if you don’t require arch support!
I’m Canadian and always hope to source the footwear locally. It’s hard ordering online and worrying about sizing and possible returns! So many cute things! I love the Taco Star fashion sneakers.