The style is cute and overall, the sandal is a good value for the price. – Zappos customer

Try the trend without breaking the bank! The White Mountain glove fisherman sandal features a real leather upper, faux leather cushioned insole, adjustable velcro closure and 1.5″ lug sole. Arch support is minimal. Available in sizes 6-11, medium width for $39-85 from:

Leather is butter soft and the inner soles mold to your feet. Color is spot on. Feet are happy. – Nordstrom customer

A new-to-me-brand from Spain, On Foot shoes feature a contoured double-density memory foam atop a cork midsole and an anti-slip rubber outsole. Soft leather uppers and a roomy toe box make the 202 comfortable fisherman sandal a great option for bunions. A few reviews mention the shoe runs a little short. Available in medium width, euro sizes 36-41 (5.5-9.5) from:

I can’t say enough about how wonderful these shoes are. Like a lot of people I have feet issues. These shoes felt good right out of the box. No rubbing. No pressure points. My insoles fit perfectly. Plus they’re so stylish. – Ryka customer

Here’s a sporty fisherman sandal by Ryka that covers the whole forefoot (in case your pinky toe typically gets caught in straps). Ryka specializes in footwear that’s roomy at the toe and snug at the heel–great for those difficult-to-fit combination feet. Available in medium and wide widths, sizes 5-12 from:

The Aerosoles Dapper is a modern, office-appropriate take on the fisherman sandal featuring a square toe, 1.5″ block heel and real silver buckle closure. Available in medium width, sizes 5-12 from:

11 Narrow that actually fit are very hard to find (the reason why I scooped them all up immediately after reading reviews). These sandals hug and support the entire length of the foot. -Nordstrom customer

If your toes are ready to show off, consider the Munro Marley! I just read that this quality brand is sadly closing up shop, so snatch them up while you can. The Marley features moderate arch support, lightweight EVA outsole, velcro closure and microfiber cushioned insole. Available in narrow to extra wide widths, sizes 5-12 from:

These are lovely conformable sandals. I have wide feet and there is no pinching at the sides. – Fitflop customer

If you’re not a fun of the chunky lug sole, the Fitflop Gracie is for you, especially if your feet are on the wider side. The Gracie features real leather upper a real buckle (no velcro) and Fitflop’s Dynamicush footbed (not quite as supportive as their denser Microwobbleboard footbed). Available in medium width (fits wide), sizes 5-11 from:

How about a stylish yet comfortable heeled platform sandal with a fisherman aesthetic? The Earth Adona features a 2.75″ heel with a 1″ platform, cushioned insole and real buckle closure. Available in medium width, sizes 5-12 from:

Honorable mention: Check out the Earth Berri closed toe sandal featured here–it has a fisherman look to it with tons of great reviews for all-day comfort.

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Made in Spain with soft suede uppers, a supportive cork footbed with arch and metatarsal support, the Taos Culture closed-toe sandal is a perfect option for problem feet. Find a pair in sizes 6-11 for $120 from Zappos and Amazon.

Crisp linen uppers keep toes cool in warm temperatures. The Toni Pons Verona features a generous toe box and secure fit at the instep and ankle. A happy Nordstrom customer says,

“This shoe is a classic espadrille from Spain. The shoe is very comfortable and the toe box provides room for your toes on a warm day.”

Available in sizes 5-11 for $105 from Nordstrom and Zappos.

A dupe for the popular Dansko Rowan, this non-leather (PU) sandal features a memory foam/cork footbed with moderate arch support and an adjustable hook and loop closure (velcro), all for under $40! Find a pair in sizes 5.5-11 for $39.95 from Amazon.

An affordable, cute, budget-friendly, all-leather closed toe sandal–that’s the Earth Berri. The insole is cushioned and wrapped in soft microfiber. Elastic stretch loops provide a good fit. Find the Berri in sizes 5-12 for $31-74.99 from Earth Shoes and Amazon.

A twist on the classic fisherman style, the Josef Seibel Rosalie offers a real buckle for adjustment (not velcro!), cushioned footbed with modest arch support, wide toe box with a snug fit at the heel. Available in euro sizes 36-42 (online reviews suggest that the Rosalie runs large) for $102-135 from Zappos, Amazon and Nordstrom.

Take it from a happy Skechers customer who left this review,

“I am so pleased with these sandals! I have horrible feet and surgery made them worse: hammertoes and bunions to both feet. I first wore these to an outdoor wedding and for the first time in decades I felt like I was wearing fashionable shoes!”

Available in sizes 5-11 for $42-55 from Amazon and Zappos.

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Sandals are ok, but I’m usually trying to cover up a side bunion on the other foot. Platform sandals might be OK if the heel height isn’t much higher than the toes which isn’t more than 1/2″. Do you have any ideas?

Dear reader,

Hallux Rigidus (big toe stiffness and pain) only worsens with flexible forefoot shoes, as you know. I’d like to tell you to stay in closed-toe footwear with a special insole to limit the motion of the big toe joint, but you’re asking me for sandal recommendations. I completely understand–just because you have a bum big toe, doesn’t mean you’ve given up on stylish, season-appropriate footwear. Let me recommend sandals with a sturdy forefoot, good support and straps that will cover your bunion (see the last pick for an orthotic-friendly choice).

The Alegria Verona tops the list of our favorite hallux rigidus sandals. Take it from Zappos customer Judith:

“The first time I wore these I stood for 7 hours straight tending bar. I have arthritis in my big toe (hallux rigidus) and these sandals were so comfortable, I felt no pain. They are cute and can be dressed up or worn with casual outfits.”

The Alegria Verona features a supportive cork/latex/memory foam footbed, three adjustable straps and a mild rocker outsole to take pressure off the forefoot through the gait cycle. Find the Verona in euro sizes 35-42 (5-11.5) for $120 from Zappos and Nordstrom. Find a deal on the Alegria Verona at Amazon.

This is a fantastic sandal in every way: moderate arch support, thick platform sole with slight forefoot rocker, excellent cushioning and shock absorption–plus, it’s just plain cute. The Amadour sandal by L’Amour des Pieds (the love of feet), will keep that pesky big toe joint stable while taking care of other foot issues like plantar fasciitis and bunions (soft forefoot strap covers them without irritation). Find the L’Amour des Pieds Amadour in sizes 5.5-11, medium and wide widths for $199 from Nordstrom and Amazon.

Another great recommendation from the Barking Dog Shoes Facebook community! The Taos Trulie comes recommended by Joanna who says this about her favorite hallux rigidus sandals:

I’ve worn them for 4 summers now–they make my feet feel so good, and the arch support is great. Good for walking a lot. Adjustable front strap misses the big toe joint.

Happy Zappos customer AMD also recommends the Taos Trulie for relief from hallux rigidus:

I bought these because I have arthritis in my big toe and finding comfortable sandals is a chore. Knowing I would have to spend more money to manage this issue, I reluctantly purchased my first pair four years ago. I am happy to report that I am in love with these sandals and have been able to wear these as my main summertime shoe without issue. Recently, I purchased other styles of sandals in other brands to replace these as they are now looking well-loved but I found that I had to pull my Trulies back out of my closet to get my arthritis pain to settle down again. I will be buying these until they no longer stock them. I will note that I did have the Velcro replaced at a shoe repair store after my second season because I wasn’t ready to part with them and the rest of the shoe was in wearable condition. It was worth it!

Find the Taos Trulie in euro sizes 36-43 (5.5-12) medium and wide widths (in some sizes) for $160 from Taos Footwear, Amazon and Zappos.

Made from proprietary OOfoam®, Oofos sandals absorb 37% more impact than other foams used in similar footwear. The thick foam outsole has a slight rocker motion to it, taking pressure off the forefoot through the stride. One of our Facebook community members said this about her Oofos:

“I have Hallux Limitus and these flip flops are fantastic. They have the bouncy house feel with a high enough arch that it takes pressure off your toes.”

We’re thrilled to see so many new colors and patterns from camo to animal print to metallics. Find Oofos flip-flops, slides, and clogs in whole sizes 5-11 (or men’s sizes up to 14) for $49.95-69.95 from Oofos, and Zappos. See my personal review here.

If you absolutely must wear a doctor-prescribed orthotic, consider the Revere brand of orthotic-friendly footwear, including sandals! The Emerald style features a removable footbed and added depth to accommodate an orthotic or brace. Three adjustable straps provide a customized fit–and the wide width comes with two strap extenders. Zappos customer says this about her Revere Emerald sandals:

I love that I can use my orthotics with this sandal. I need lots of arch support and, while the arch support may be just fine for some, I needed to add orthotics. The insole is designed to be lifted so that orthotics can be inserted below. Great design! They stay in place and are not visible except for the very back edge which is no problem for me.

Find the Revere Emerald sandal in whole sizes 5-12, medium and wide widths for $159.95 from Revere Shoes (use code BARKINGDOG for 15% off purchase).

The Abeo Riviera Ankle Strap Sandal is a stylish yet supportive choice, featuring built-in orthotic support and a firm yet cushioned footbed. Customers reviews praise its arch support and metatarsal padding. The adjustable ankle strap ensures a secure fit, making it an excellent blend of comfort and function.

Find a pair in sizes 5-11 for $154.95 from The Walking Company and Nordstrom.

Honorable Mention: Birkenstock Arizona (conform to feet, don’t overly flex, adjustable straps), Birkenstock Gizeh (same support as Arizona, no strap over big toe, more feminine).

We’ve reviewed hundreds of comfortable sandals on BarkingDogShoes.com. Hopefully these new selections expand your horizon a bit more!

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