Chic White Wide Width and Comfort Sneakers for Women
I know I am not the only woman who has fussy feet. Especially after so much time working from home barefoot and puttering around town in my Birkenstock sandals, my feet have spread, I experience plantar fasciitis, and my feet desire and deserve comfort, space, and support. That being said, I also wish to maintain my style and not have frumpy comfort shoes ruin my outfits.
Because, let's face it, a lot of wide width shoes and comfort sneakers are downright ugly. Over-embellished, weird mixes of textiles and colors, and dated details can really make one feel they need to decide between style and comfort. However, some great shoes out there give you the best of both worlds.
Chic White Wide Width and Comfort Sneakers for Women
A pair of white sneakers is a closet classic. Because they are so neutral, they can go with everything from polished pantsuits and dresses to denim cutoffs and an old T-shirt. And if your white sneakers are simple, they blend in and let your ensemble shine. The white sneakers below are known for comfort, support, and width while offering a sleek chic effect of perennial style.
KURU | Cole Haan | Vionic | Dolce Vita | Paul Green
Tan Gum Soles
This year, you will see a lot of gum soles that are tan in color and can be slightly transparent. You can still rock your white sneakers with white soles, but don't discount gum soles ,which are lower maintenance and give that retro vibe that is so hot right now.
Birkenstock | Naturalizer | ON Running | New Balance | Josef Seibel
Off-white Colors
Another current sneaker trend is a mix of similar colors. The shoes in the collages are not necessarily all white. Some are white and off-white or white with a very pale gray or pink color. These shoes are just as versatile and neutral as all-white sneakers and again you may find them to be a bit lower maintenance in keeping them looking great.
Kizik | Allbirds | Taos | Vionic | Thursday
Mixed-material
Sneakers this year often mix textiles: mesh with leather, nylon with suede, leather with suede, matte with metallic. This year, white sneakers often incorporate this trend while remaining neutral, versatile, and classic.
ECCO | ABEO | Keds | Kizik | Ryka
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You should be adding brand Sole Bliss – one of the shoes that makes “Oprah’s Favorite Things” list. Designed for wide, problematic feet. They are an investment but worth it!
I was going to recommend Munro Shoes, but when I went to check on current styles, I learned they are closing in April! . I have been buying from them since the late 90s ( although not often enough, evidently.). I was able to snag a pair of Clemons (in cream, not white) and booties. They have a stylish range from N to WW, so get them while you can. https://munroshoes.com/
FitFlops! They have several sneaker styles. They can be hit or miss with style, but I’ve been wearing a version of the Rally for years. I’ve taken them on multiple European vacations and they never fail me.
I just purchased a pair of OluKai Ha’upu and they are amazing. Great for a wider toe box and narrow heel. I’m on my feet most of the day and these shoes are really comfortable! Already planning to get another pair!
I rarely comment, but I didn’t see Lem’s recommended as a wide-shoe option. I wear 6.5 DD, and really could benefit from a wider width, but with a narrow heel. I have had success with Lem’s chukka and Chillum styles. The Chillum is a bit narrower than the chukka. The Chillum (canvas) and the Kourts (leather) could be good options for white sneakers.
I live in Propet Tour Knit size 6 extra wide and am working on having them in every color. The other Propet styles in the same size aren’t wide enough in the toe box for my duck shaped feet lol.
Those of you with smaller and extra wide feet know that extra wide shoes usually start in larger sizes, so these are a real find.
Great list! I love my Ecco Soft 7. I have a wide front foot and a narrow heel and I find them very comfortable and versatile. I looooooove that they have a leather footbed – I’m getting very fussy about that as time goes on. These are comfy with or without socks.
Any woman with a size 9 foot or larger should go to the Rack or similar and try on some men’s shoes. It’s hit or miss, but the sneakers are almost identical in appearance to women’s, just wider in the toe box.
The Adidas Gazelle doesn’t come in a wide, but I generally wear a 6W (hobbit feet) and they’re one of the few medium widths that fit me. Far, far wider fit than Nikes.
I also have fussy feet and recurring plantar fasciitis, and have a difficult size – 12M. It’s more common to find 12W in women’s, but then those are much too wide for me!
My current favorite white shoe is a classic low-top Converse – ripping out the provided insole gives me enough room to put in an orthopedic insole of my own. I find the white canvas with a teeny stripe of red on the sole to coordinate with most of my outfits, and I’m secretly walking in extreme comfort. They are supportive enough for sightseeing and GA concerts!
I thoroughly relate to the frustration of frumpy comfort shoes. While I understand 4E women’s feet are likely not common, we are an after thought. It turns into a part time job whose tasks are never ending when trying to style outfits. I’m sure I do ‘Ok’, but as a style-conscious, style-loving woman, I feel sad and frustrated-
I can vouch for the Vionic Winnne being a great shoe. Have it in 2 colors and have worn it comfortably all day while touring on vacation. Love it!