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I really don't like the way clunky athletic shoes look on my feet, especially when I'm wearing shorts. In an effort not to hate every picture I'm in, I'm trying to avoid buying that kind of shoe for the trip! I haven't worn Keds in forever, but it was the first shoe that can to mind when I was thinking of what to buy. Anyone have any recommendations? Are flip flops simply out of the question? I'm guessing the answer is yes, but let me knowif I'm wrong! I'm going to be chasing three kids all week and really want to be smart about footwear. TIA!!
I would recommend wearing something that you have broken in and will be comfortable wearing for long hours and LOTS of walking. I'm a fan of wearing Asics because I find their gel insoles comfortable, but I also regularly wear those at home. Many people wear flip flops and Crocs are another popular choice.
I love my Mickey Croc's in the parks.
I have also worn my broken-in Shape-Ups and found that my feet/legs felt so much better at the end of the day than when I wore my broken-in "walking tennis shoes".
The biggest thing to remember is do not, DO NOT wear brand new shoes. You will regret it!
I have to laugh every time I see another SHOE question, you are going to get about 50 responses! Disney people are pretty passionate about their footwear (or is it more opinionated, lol?). I personally LOVE my croc sandals (not flip flops). Absolutely hate even the thought of wearing sneakers or tennis shoes (Hate SOCKS!) in 90+ heat. My crocs are comfy, no blisters, no sweating, dry fast in rain or water rides, and look pretty nice, too. My kids wear them too, DD the flip flops, DS the regular clunky crocs, and other DS the sandals also. Good luck on your shoe decision!
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Last trip I wore my walking shoes and my Sperry flip flops. If you have good flops with arch support, you can do alright with them, I think. No cheap-o ones. I'd add some cushioning and/or arch support to some Keds to make them better for standing in them all day, if you go that route.
I my FitFlops -- especially my Disney ones that I bought in WDW last year. I wear them at home throughout the summer (not the Disney ones, I'm keeping those special for my trips ) and find them extremely comfortable even while touring the parks. Otherwise, I wear my tennis shoes, but I agree they're not the most flattering looking shoes but it beats being unable to walk without a lot of discomfort after a long day of walking.
I alternate between Teva Tirra sandals and my new balance tennis shoes.
Because of my messed up feet thanks to too many years of high heel wearing, I have to wear a shoe with support.
That means no flip flops for me as I haven't found a pair that fit my feet and are comfy/supportive enough for 10+ miles per day walking that I do at Disney.
I never wear flip flops or Crocs - not only are they ugly, they don't have much support. Because I need really good arch support, and I've had issues with plantar fascitis in the past, I always wear sneakers/tennis shoes. Frankly, I don't care how they look. I need my feet to be comfortable.
No matter what you wear, they need to be comfortable. You will walk 6 - 8 miles per day (on average) and stand in line for long periods of time.
You should wear what ever feels the most comfy to you. Everyone's feet are a little different. What's comfy to me might not be comfy to you. What do you usually wear when you plan to be on your feet all day?
I have often felt awkward wearing tennis shoes with some of my outfits too, but I assume most people understand that in the case of touring a park for hours comfort outweighs fashion . I also am a fan of Crocs though, they are very comfortable, fine to get wet and breathable. I wore a cute pair of Keds flats to Epcot once and they started to rub, ouch! Won't be doing that again!
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I won't wear anything but comfortable athletic sneakers in the parks! Not the most fashionable, but it's just non-negotiable for me after getting blisters one year. That really hurt! So I don't even think about it. I bring sandals and flip flops for the pool, or dinner. But just sneakers for me when I'm spending a whole day in the parks. (Honestly, I don't even notice them in our pictures!)
I use to wear sneakers, but even though crocs may not look good I find them very comfy and usually wear them. But for sure wear something that you already know is comfy for you. The Grandkids usually have crocs as well.
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Thanks for the feedback! So, basically, I think I just need to get over it and buy a pair of tennis shoes. There's no way I'm ruining a trip over a stupid pair of shoes... And blistered feet would be the worst! Thanks for the advice
You should wear what ever feels the most comfy to you. Everyone's feet are a little different. What's comfy to me might not be comfy to you. What do you usually wear when you plan to be on your feet all day?
I agree 100%. My husband is most comfortable wearing his Timberland's. My oldest dd wears her Sperry's, my youngest dd wears Crocs with ankle socks...I would never wear any of those...lol...I agree tennis shoes are not always the most attractive, but when I'm walking the parks that is what I HAVE to wear. So if you have a comfy shoe that you love, I would go with that, but don't try buying a new pair to break in at Disney...that would be a bad idea! Good luck and have fun!
Nike makes a cute and comfy flip flop. It has memory foam in it and I love all three pairs I own. I don't remember the style name but any shoe store should know what you are talking about. I wore mine for three years before I had to throw them away. Ive walked around all day in them and my feet haven't hurt. Ill try and look up the style name for you.
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Disney people are pretty passionate about their footwear (or is it more opinionated, lol?). I personally LOVE my croc sandals (not flip flops). Absolutely hate even the thought of wearing sneakers or tennis shoes (Hate SOCKS!) in 90+ heat. My crocs are comfy, no blisters, no sweating, dry fast in rain or water rides, and look pretty nice, too. My kids wear them too, DD the flip flops, DS the regular clunky crocs, and other DS the sandals also. Good luck on your shoe decision!
my FitFlops -- especially my Disney ones that I bought in WDW last year. I wear them at home throughout the summer (not the Disney ones, I'm keeping those special for my trips 
) and find them extremely comfortable even while touring the parks. Otherwise, I wear my tennis shoes, but I agree they're not the most flattering looking shoes 
but it beats being unable to walk without a lot of discomfort after a long day of walking.
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