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27 Sandals That’ll Take You Through The Rest Of Summer Without Blisters
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BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. Read More Ahhhh, comfy and cute footwear that’ll help you survive your vacations, adventures, and social calendar. 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: "These are soo amazingly comfortable and look super cute on. I walked all over a little beach town on vacation, and my feet never hurt, I never got a blister, and I got soo many compliments on them. They have decent arch support, the heel height makes me a little taller, but it is not angled where my feet would bother me. They are so versatile; they go with everything. The quality is great. I like them so much I bought other colors and styles." —Kristin Get them from Amazon for $39.98 (available in sizes 6–11 and five colors). Promising review: "Walked 11 miles and didn't get a blister. These shoes are way comfier than I expected them to be. I have wide feet, and they stretch just the right amount. I highly recommend snagging a pair for summer!" —Sarah Zeldin Get them from Amazon for $39.99 (available in sizes 6–11 and two colors). Psst — some reviewers say these run small, so consider sizing up! Promising review: These sandals are so comfortable and didn’t leave any blisters even after wearing them for the first time for practically a whole day. I was surprised at how good the strap across my foot felt. It has a little bit of stretch to it. They look so good! I’m definitely going to be buying them in the other colors." —Lynn Vega Get them from Amazon for $18.98+ (available in sizes 6–11 and 10 colors). Promising review: "Comfortable flip-flops! I normally struggle to find ones that don't cause blisters, and these don't! I've worn them all day walking around and to the beach, and they look great and no blisters. I am buying a second pair." —Morgan Get them from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in sizes 5–12 and 23 colors). Promising review: "These are so comfortable! I’ve walked in them all day, and my feet didn’t ache at all, no blisters either. The cushion gives you great extra support. And they’re a better price than other shoes of this same style in a different brand." —Haley S. Warren Get them from Amazon for $29.90+ (available in sizes 5.5–11 and 14 colors). Promising review: "All-day comfort with zero regrets! These sandals completely won me over. I wore them all day — walking, standing, you name it — and my feet felt great the entire time. Not a single rub, blister, or sore spot, which is honestly rare for me when it comes to new footwear. They’re soft where you need support and perfectly secure without being stiff or tight. If you’re looking for effortless style and all day wearability, these are a total win." —Chaz and Kristen Get them from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in sizes 5–14 and 16 colors) Promising review: "These exceeded my expectations! Although they feel heavy when you hold them, as soon as you put them on, they definitely don’t feel heavy at all. I wore them all day and didn’t have to break them in; I didn’t get any blisters or rubbing from the plastic. Definitely recommend them!" —miri Get them from Amazon for $29.98+ (available in sizes 5–10 and six colors). Promising review: "Wore these straight out of the box to walk around NYC. They were comfortable from the second I pulled them out of the box! Fits true to size, the arch support is fantastic, and the platform sole gave me extra pep in my step and will just increase the longevity of the shoe. I didn't get a single blister from the straps or have a second of foot fatigue, and I put about 10 miles into these shoes in a single weekend. Fantastic value for a fantastic shoe!" —Elizabeth Holt Get them from Amazon for $22.99 (available in sizes 6–11 and seven colors) Promising review: "I wear Dansko clogs to work 13- to 14-hour shifts, and on off days I wear Hokas or Birkenstocks. I was hesitant to order these because I know my feet need support. I’m glad I did, because these are cute and comfy! I recently wore these when traveling and walked all day in them without any blisters or sore feet!" —jason chavez Get them from Amazon for $29.90+ (available in sizes 5.5–11 and eight colors) Promising review: "I’ve been buying these Reef sandals since I was in high school, and they’re always super comfortable. I usually get the black ones, but I was excited to try the tan color — they’re awesome, I’ve worn them almost every day this summer. I go on walks with them, and they’re always super comfortable and don’t give me blisters. I used to wear my black ones whenever I went to Disneyland, too, and they kept me comfortable and my feet cool. Good cushion and feels great!" —Kelly S. Get them from Amazon for $27.50+ (available in sizes 5–12 and five colors). Promising review: "I am prone to plantar fasciitis pain, and have lower back issues. I have been trying to replace the last pair of orthopedic flip-flops I wore through. These are great! They arrived, and I promptly took them on vacation. I walked over 10,000 steps several days in the UK. No blisters, no foot pain. And they were almost half the price of my last pair! I LOVE THESE!" —Kristin P Get them from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in sizes 5–14 and 17 colors). Promising review: "Buy these now, you won’t regret it. I have a desk job, and I usually wear heels, but I had to hike around a paved outdoor park for eight-plus hours today for a work event, and these never gave me a blister or hurt my feet. Love them! Going to buy more in different colors." —honeydewbaby18 Get them from Amazon for $19.97+ (available in sizes 4.5–11 and seven colors). I actually bought these for a trip to Puerto Rico two years ago, and they were great! I needed them specifically for an excursion to an El Yunque waterfall, and if you've ever done this, you know the hills are steep, and the rocks are SLIPPERY. I am a clumsy person, so I was pretty nervous, but I made it through the excursion without a single scratch, cut, or bump, and I credit these sandals for helping me through!!!! Promising review: "Used these on vacation in Hawaii. It was hot and humid when I was there, and these provided cushion without chafing. The soles are so bouncy, my feet did not hurt after walking for hours. No blisters at all. I used them on sand and everything. They held up great after getting wet. I hand-washed them and set them in front of a fan, and they dried quickly and looked just as good. A great and cute walking around shoe for summer!" —Lin Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes 6–11 and 16 colors). Promising review: "I don’t normally leave reviews, but these sandals are inexpensive with amazing quality! I was traveling and walked 11,000 steps the first day and 9,000 the next, and not a single blister or even red mark on my feet. Super comfy and cute!" —Laura Shell Get them from Amazon for $26+ (available in sizes 5–11 and 12 colors). Promising review: "I really, reallly love these shoes. I’m not a Crocs fan and was really hesitant to buy these, but I wanted 1. supportive, 2. comfortable right out of the box, 3. waterproof, 4. could wear with dresses or shorts, and 5. not hideous shoes. And you’d be surprised how hard that is to find! I ordered several different shoes that I’d heard about (Vionic, Birkenstock, etc.), and these really were the only ones that worked! I wore them almost every day on our three-week trip to Japan, and they were soo amazing. I have wide feet that sweat a lot, 🥴 and I was carrying our 3-month-old baby the entire time, and I never got a blister and felt comfortable the entire time! These really changed my feelings about Crocs!" —Grace Itaya Get them from Amazon for $54.95+ (available in sizes 2–11 and 12 colors). Promising review: "I bought these shoes just days before we left for our 10-day trip to Spain due to the warm weather prediction. They were amazing! I walked 75 miles in 10 days with no blisters or sore feet. They were perfect!" —L. Thompson Get them from Amazon for $36.97+ (available in sizes 5–12, including wide options, and four colors). Promising review: "I wore these sandals as a bridesmaid in a summer wedding, and they were absolutely perfect! The rhinestones gave just the right amount of sparkle without being too over-the-top, and they looked beautiful with my dress. Even better, they were super comfortable all day long. I was on my feet for hours and didn’t have any pain or blisters, which is rare for dressy shoes. The ankle strap kept them secure, and the flat design was ideal for dancing and walking around. Highly recommend for weddings, special events, or just when you want something cute and comfy. I got tons of compliments!" —Meghan Get them from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in sizes 5–11 and 11 colors). Promising review: "Loved, loved, loved these for my Caribbean vacation. Wore them every day, all day long, and they go with every outfit. No blisters, no cramps, they are perfect. So convenient to throw on or throw in a beach bag! Highly recommend!" —Trinity Get them from Amazon for $13.40+ (available in sizes 5–13 and five colors). Promising review: "Perfect fit and VERY comfortable. Got them for vacation and did a lot of walking the first time that I wore them, and not one blister at the end of the day. I love the height that they give me." —Kimber Ann Get them from Amazon for $27.99 (available in sizes 6–11 and five colors). Promising review: "Super comfortable! I wore these all day straight out of the box and did not have any discomfort or blisters. Good quality and cute design." —Morgan Get them from Amazon for $20.90+ (available in sizes 5.5–11 and 28 colors). Promising review: "Got these shoes for a music festival outfit. I took them straight from the packaging and put them on my feet for two straight days of walking around. Not a single sore spot or blister on my feet. I don’t know how long they will last for with a lot of wear and tear, but for the price and how cute they are, I was extremely happy with this purchase." —Marshall Get them from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in sizes 6–11 and 21 colors). Promising review: "These sandals are fantastic! Comfortable, great support all day, non-slip, and versatile. I wore them brand new for a trip with lots of sightseeing. After three full days of walking, my feet felt great, no blisters. They’re lightweight, and both straps are adjustable. The only thing that may be inaccurate in the description is that they’re advertised as platform shoes. The sole is about the thickness of a normal pair of Birkenstocks, so maybe somewhat thicker than your average sandals, but not what I’d call platform. Not a dealbreaker for me, but noteworthy if you’re looking for significantly more height." —VKE Get them from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in sizes 6–11 and four colors). Promising review: "These shoes are so cute and comfortable. I walked far in them and no blisters or anything. The heels are the perfect height!" —Cameron Get them from Amazon for $44.98 (available in sizes 6–11, including wide options, and four colors). Promising review: "I wore my Birkenstocks every day for months trying to break them in, but they still gave me blisters. The second I put these sandals on, immediately comfortable! No blisters, no discomfort in any way! They are perfect! Also, they are way cuter than my Birkenstocks. Buy them!" —Amazon Customer Get them from Amazon for $25.73+ (available in sizes 5–12 and eight colors). Promising review: "I'm 70 years old, and these are the most comfortable sandals I've ever owned. Once I adjusted the straps to my feet, I was good to go. No breaking in or getting blisters. There is a nice arch support, and the heels are not too tall. I liked them so much that I bought another pair in a different color. Fit true to size." —JuBee Get them from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in sizes 6–12 and six colors). Promising review: "Perfect shoes for a cruise while you are by the pool or off the boat. Very comfortable and lightweight. Did not give me blisters, as other shoes like these have in the past. Sizing was also accurate." —Alyssa Napoles Get them from Amazon for $26.98 (available in sizes 5–12 and 14 colors). Promising review: "I walked at least 10,000 steps in those stompers in GREECE and got zero blisters. I will say when I stepped on an uneven spot, I almost twisted my ankle, but these straps kept my ankle supported all three times I almost busted it, so 10/10 would recommend." —Caylan Harrison Get them from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in sizes 5.5–12 and 15 colors). * Flip-Flops And Sandals That Reviewers With Plantar Fasciitis Swear By * Comfy Sandals That’ll Let Your Little Piggies Breathe * Walking-Friendly Shoes That’ll Make You More Inclined To Spend Time On Your Feet * After Wearing 'Em Once, You Won’t Want To Hike Without These 27 Shoes * Pairs Of Sandals For Anyone Who Refuses To Sacrifice Comfort For Style Plus, finds from Amazon, Clarks, DSW, Nordstrom Rack, Walmart, and Zappos. 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