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It’s impossible to “hot girl walk” without a pair of comfortable, supportive and cute walking shoes. With the right pair of walking shoes, not only will you be able to travel a longer distance, but you’ll feel better doing it. Hoka brand shoes are having a moment right now but understandably, the platform walking shoes aren’t for everyone’s arches (or taste). Not to worry, I’ve rounded up the 7 best walking shoes for women (spoiler alert: Hoka still made the cut) so you’ll have plenty of options to choose from.
I believe that a great pair of walking shoes will work for a walk and everything else you do in a day. You should be able to wear your walking shoes with your athleisure look for morning coffee and then pair them with a sundress to enjoy a warm day outdoors. This criteria especially rings true when it comes to packing for a trip. Why pack multiple pairs of uncomfortable shoes when all you’ll really want to wear is comfortable sneakers? Your 10k-a-day step goal with thank you.
Luckily, brands like New Balance, Salomon and Asics have caught on to the sneakers-as-fashion movement and have elevated the look of their walking shoes over the past few years. The best walking shoes for women are not only functional but right on trend. Keep reading for the 7 best pairs of walking shoes for women.
The subtle hint of green on this pair of Asics elevates the otherwise simple sneaker. The green is a neutral enough tone to still go with everything in your closet. Asics have a reputation for being supportive, comfortable and durable so you’ll be walking in this pair for a long time.
Salomon sneakers are currently the “it girl” shoe thanks to Bella Hadid sporting a pair on multiple occasions. The brand originally created this sneaker style for trail running, hiking and long-distance treks which means that they can handle any walk and any distance, no problem. These sneakers are unisex but run by men’s sizing so be sure to double-check the size conversion before you hit purchase.
Ah, the classic New Balance dad sneaker. This pair is constantly sold out because there’s no other sneaker quite like it. It’s nostalgic and trendy, neutral and bold. And most importantly, if dads consider them excellent walking shoes, you will too. Over the last five years, I’ve purchased this shoe twice because that’s how frequently I wore them and how much I loved them.
If you’re into a sportier look, these On sneakers are perfect. They are super lightweight (which makes them easy to pack) and have a sleek, modern silhouette. Take notes from the Scandi-style girls and pair these with a floral dress for a sporty-chic look.
You won’t find a cuter sneaker for walking around a city than these Birdies Roadrunners. This pair comes in 12 different colors so you can match every pair to your ideal wardrobe scheme. These stylish sneakers have a suede exterior (so be careful not to wear them on a rainy day) and a double-layered sole. I have a pair in orange and get endless compliments when I wear them. Plus, my feet love them too.
When it comes to athletic shoes, Nike is always the classic brand of choice. This pair of waffle sneakers are fresh, lightweight and supportive without being chunky. This would also be a great shoe to hit the pickleball court in (and then do a victory walk home).
You either love ’em or your hate ’em. Thanks to TikTok, Hoka sneakers became the official shoe of the HGW (hot girl walk). The platform sole provides excellent arch support and with so many color options, it’s hard not to see the appeal. Don’t knock ’em, until you try ’em!
