Six months ago, I developed a bunion and had to start wearing a toe spacer to keep my drifting toe in line. This also meant that many of my favorite walking shoes became uncomfortably tight around the forefoot and I began looking for pairs with roomier toe boxes to accommodate it.
I test shoes every day, for my guide to the best walking shoes, and this pair from Skechers is one of the most comfortable (and bunion-compatible) I've found so far this year.
An added bonus is that they're also budget-friendly, with a retail price of $115, where many shoes in the guide sell for between $150 and $200.
Now they've dropped to $90 at Zappos.
Aside from being great for wide feet and bunions, this pair has many more features to recommend it.
It’s part of Skechers’ Max Cushioning range, which means it’s bouncy underfoot, and has great energy return and shock absorption qualities. Anyone with a bunion will tell you that the less impact you experience on your painful, wonky toe joint, the better.
Additionally, this is a slip-on shoe, meaning that you can put it on without bending over and the tongue doesn’t ruck up uncomfortably. You will probably need to bend or ask for assistance to do up the laces, but this is usually easier than putting the shoe itself on.
They have a broad base and a generous crash pad, which helps with shock absorption and provides a little extra stability for those who are unsteady on their feet.
It’s also one of Skechers’ Arch Fit shoes, making them suitable for people who overpronate (your feet roll inwards as you walk) and comfortable for flat feet.
