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    Old 11-12-2012, 01:00 PM
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    Most comfortable shoes I have ever owned are SAS...They are a little pricey but they last a long time and I never had to break them in...Being a nurse for 37 years I wore SAS shoes for many years....
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    Old 11-12-2012, 02:27 PM
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    Buy Sketchers. They are awesome and all leather and can be washed in the machine too and come out looking like new. They are so comfortable.
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    Hi all! I remember an old thread that I tried to find about shoes. A lot of people chimed in and suggested some brands of shoes that sounded real good. Well, it seems that I really need to order a pair or two very soon. I'd like there to be a good arch support in the shoe, prefer leather but other might be worth trying. Comfort is 20 times more important than style for me. Any suggestions??????
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    Old 11-12-2012, 05:39 PM
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    SAS are great shoes, not cheap but the last a long time. They have loafers, sandals, lace shoes, and tennis shoes. I have a narrow foot and it is actually the only shoe I can find that fits.



    Originally Posted by sweet
    Hi all! I remember an old thread that I tried to find about shoes. A lot of people chimed in and suggested some brands of shoes that sounded real good. Well, it seems that I really need to order a pair or two very soon. I'd like there to be a good arch support in the shoe, prefer leather but other might be worth trying. Comfort is 20 times more important than style for me. Any suggestions??????
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    Old 11-12-2012, 06:40 PM
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    SAS is good. Also Softwalks.
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    Old 11-12-2012, 06:43 PM
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    clarks by far are the best
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    Old 11-12-2012, 08:10 PM
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    Originally Posted by mountain deb
    I am a nurse and use Birkenstock shoes. I did not know if they were going to kill me that first week of breaking them in or I was going to throw them out. Ten years later, I am about to buy my next pair.
    that just amazes me that they last that long. wow.
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    Old 11-12-2012, 10:46 PM
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    WOW. I am so confused after looking at so many shoes! Thanks everyone for each and every comment. I know that y'all have helped me figure out what to look for and I am sure that a lot of other people will utilize this advice too. It's really amazing reading all of the stories, some have pain, some have happiness, some have special memories.

    Now, before I just get online and nab a pair ~ I think I a trip to the shoe store might be a great first step.
    Just like fabric, it will be nice to touch em first. Let the search begin......
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    Old 11-13-2012, 08:39 AM
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    Go to ShoeBuy.com and chose the brand 'Drew' and they are very comfortable and last a long time. They are not inexpensive unless get your self on their sale notify list and then you can get many styles for half off. They are WONDERFUL the moment you put them on.
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    Old 11-13-2012, 10:25 AM
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    Besides SAS I also like Easy Spirit shoes.
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    Old 11-13-2012, 11:26 AM
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    I also have high arches and am prone to stress fractures in my ankles. I almost exclusively wear Easy Spirit tennis shoes now; however, equally important are the orthodic supports that I use in all of my shoes. I had custom orthodics made for about $250, but I've found that I like good ones that are sold over the counter better. My favs are Lynco brand. I buy them at a Hush Puppy outlet store, but I'm sure you could find them elsewhere. They are in the $50 - $60 price range.
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