Looking for cute flats that provide atleast some support to the feet. Have tried Cole haans, Rothys, Tory Burch. None are structured enough. Clarks are not cute enough. Is there a brand in the middle?

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I like Naturalizers - just the simple black wedge heel! Comfortable and professional

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Just bought my first pair and their extremely comfortable and cute.

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I know it sounds weird, but I just got a pair of dr scholls loafers and they’re great.

In general, regular flats don’t provide enough support. Go for loafers, oxfords, etc

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Have you thought about getting custom inserts or something by Dr Scholl’s? Thinking of going this route myself. Many flats are simply too flat for me after a while. Arches need the support and I don’t want to wear heels all the time either.

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Try Tieks. Cute, comfortable, and they travel well

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Agreed they hurt my feet

I've found Sam Edelman flats to provide good support, especially for the ball of the feet. They've become a must - have in my collection.

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I love them, but they have no structure at all

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I’d look at inserts. Kind of by definition any flats that look cute/delicate wont have any real support.

Also second the comments here about getting more substantial loafers. Those are much more likely to support your feet at least in my experience

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Vionics

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I swear by Sam Edelman Lorraine loafers. No blisters, plenty of arch support, come in tons of colors and patterns and are a good Gucci dupe, too. Always a handful of colors on sale on their site as well.

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Margaux

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Ferragamos with custom inserts if needed. May consider the short heeled Vara vs a true flat. According to my podiatrist, more than you would think should not be wearing a true flat and could benefit from a small lift in the back.

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Repetto if they sell them in the US. They have a background as a ballet shoe maker so they are beautifully crafted and very comfortable. Their loafers have been my go-to for years, though they need resoling every now and again.

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This is gonna sound crazy, but I love Melissa ballet flats. If you get them in matte black, they don’t look like rubber & are pretty cute. Have gotten many compliments on them. They have a really thick sole & a padded insole.

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Note: I mostly wear them when it rains, but recently have worn them a few times in non-rain

Rockport makes some flats with great support.

Try ARA

Tods or Viajiyu are what I like... haven’t tried M Gemi, but have a friend who likes them.

I don’t love the classic ballet flats, but I like the options from this brand Bobbies.com highly recommend, good quality and cute original shoes

Frankie4 Footwear - Australian brand designed by a podiatrist and physical therapist for memory. They are amazing and ship intentionally!

Allbirds just released flats this year...they are more comfortable and supportive than Rothys imo.

Birdies

Inserts! I buy Birkenstock inserts (the blue footbed ones), which are small enough to fit in all my flats. They’re not cheap but saved my feet :)

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