We Found a Podiatrist-Designed, No-Tie Converse Sneaker Lookalike—‘No Blisters, No Pain’
Katie Decker-Jacoby
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Converse sneakers check off a lot of boxes—they’re timeless, trendy, and versatile. But one thing they could improve on is comfort. Sure, they’re comfy enough to throw on for a regular day in the life, but they’re not always the best for extended periods, whether you’re walking 30,000 steps a day traveling in Europe or going to a massive amusement park. Enter: Skechers’ BOBS Arch Fit Utopia sneakers, which look just as stylish as Converse but are podiatrist-approved and offer way more arch support.
What makes these $65 Skechers shoes so comfortable is their patented Arch Fit insole system. Podiatrists helped bring this design to life, thanks to 20 years of data and 120,000 unweighted foot scans. Now that is what you want to hear when you’re shopping for your next pair of go-to sneakers.
Width: Medium
Colorways: 4
The removable insole molds to the shape of your foot, resulting in reduced shock and increased weight dispersion. These two things will help any shoe stand out from the rest. Even better, the BOBS Arch Fit Utopia sneakers are no-tie, meaning the laces never come undone—a true godsend for those who hate having to bend down and tie rabbit ears every hour.
Similar to Converse, this sneaker’s upper is made from canvas. They even have that dark line along the midsole, like the OG pair. I also love how the white toe cap looks in contrast with the three colorways the shoe comes in (plus all-white). And you don’t have to worry about slipping, thanks to the sneaker’s flexible traction outsole. To sum it up, Skechers’ BOBS Arch Fit Utopia has all the makings of a classic Converse style, but manages to one-up the OG with its comfier design.
Don’t be shy about dressing these shoes up or down. They’re perfect for any casual, everyday outfit, but they’ll also look polished if you pair them with trousers and a blouse for the office.
We’re not the only ones who immediately clocked similarities between these Skechers sneakers and Converse. One shopper wrote, “I love the look of Converse but they are terrible for my feet. Sketchers and Bobs are best for me! These Bob’s look like Converse but with the arch support, width and comfort I love from Bobs!”
“These were comfortable right out of the box. I was surprised, no blisters, no pain. Nice support which is why I bought them,” another reviewer raved.
The bottom line is that you don’t have to sacrifice comfort for style. Skechers’ BOBS Arch Fit Utopia sneakers easily provides both for just $65 a pair.
Width: Medium
Colorways: 4
Width: Medium
Colorways: 4
Width: Medium
Colorways: 4
