Comfortable pumps. Is it possible to find a pair that won’t irritate the bunions or hammertoes, squeeze the forefoot or cause ankle instability? How about finding comfortable pumps in extended sizes and multiple widths? We’ve done our homework scouring reviews at our favorite online stores with free returns (just in case you need to try a few styles to find your perfect pump). We’re featuring our favorite comfortable pumps in basic black (but click through to see other colors and patterns).
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Podiatrist-designed Frankie4 footwear is classy, chic and foot-friendly. The low-heel Juliett slingback features extra cushioning at the forefoot and heel (and even comes with additional gel forefoot cushions). Customers remark that although the toe is pointy, there is ample room across the ball of foot. Find the Frankie4 Juliett in sizes 6-13 from:
Classic comfortable pumps that won’t break the bank or your feet–the Johnston & Murphy Vicki features an elegant tapered toe and cushioned TRUFOAM™ footbed with a 2.5″ block heel. Note that the Vicki runs a little long–perhaps order down a half size? Available in sizes 6-11 from:
This block-heeled d’orsay style pump by Anne Klein features a round toe, a flexible yet durable sole and a stretch fabric ankle strap for a secure fit. The reviews are coming in 5 stars for the Cailyx pump. Find it in sizes 5-11 from:
The Ara Ophelia is a classic, quality-made pump with a 2.5″ heel, 1/2″ platform, elasticized topline, almond toe and cushioned footbed. Available in sizes 5-10.5 from:
Our favorite heeled sandal is from the foot-friendly Vionic brand. The APMA approved Chardonnay features both arch and metatarsal support and a 2.5″ block heel. A happy Vionic customer raves,
“SO IN LOVE with these! I find it difficult to find sandals in this style with the one strap across the top of the foot due to wide feet and a bunion, even when ordering “wide width”. These slipped on perfectly and feel like butter on my feet/toes!”
Available in sizes 5-13, medium and wide widths from:
