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11 best comfortable arch support sandals so you can say goodbye to sore, achy feet this summer
Trust us, your feet will thank you
Real talk: If you spend a lot of your day walking, work a job that keeps you on your feet, or suffer from plantar fasciitis and generally achy feet, it’s just not practical to prance around in uncomfortable shoes all day long. (As much as we love a good prance!) But on the other hand, orthopaedic shoes have an unfortunate history of being a little... Well, ugly. So we took it upon ourselves to round up some cute summer sandals with arch support and other features to help reduce foot and ankle pain.
First up, what does it mean for a shoe to have good arch support? Basically, it’s when the midsection of your shoe is a lil thicker so that it can curve up against your foot. According to Dr. Elizabeth Bonarigo, DPM at the Lower Limb Institute, “Shoes with good arch support stabilise the foot by controlling pronation, which is when your foot rolls inward and your arches collapse.” If you're wondering if you can get away with skimping on the arch support, think again. Dr. Bonarigo notes that overpronation could lead to painful conditions like plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, and arthritis. Ouch.
But don't worry, wearing podiatrist-approved sandals to show ya feet some love doesn't have to lead to the untimely death of your personal style – we swear! Below, we've put together an edit of some of the best ergonomic shoes with arch support in the form of comfortable flip flops, chunky walking sandals and more, because you deserve to take care of your feet without being mistaken for your grandma. Here's a peek...
Our top picks for sandals with arch support in 2025:
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Sorel Kinetic™ Impact Slingback Heel Sandal
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Cute, right? Ready to shop even more chic, comfy shoes with arch support? Keep scrolling for our favourite supportive picks.
Does anyone know how to send out a public service announcement? Because I just found the perfect pair of supportive, foot-friendly wedges that also happen to be blinged-out and soooo Y2K. As Paris Hilton would say, “That’s hot.”
- Sizes: 5-11
- Colours: 5 options
- Materials: Slip-resistant rubber
Glowing customer review: “Like walking on a cloud. For anyone who has struggled with plantar fasciitis this sandal is amazing. It gives my heel and arch the proper support they need. I’ve only had these for a few days but my feet are already happier.”
Adding another item to our quiet luxury starter pack – chic, brown sandals with a moulded footbed that feel like literal heaven when you wear them. That’s luxury, right?
- Sizes: 5.5-10
- Colours: 7 options
- Material: Natural Cork
Glowing customer review:“I love these sandals! They are subtle, sleek, and strappy with great arch support. Imagine that—stylish AND comfortable! They are, by far, my favorite sandals of 2025.”
If you just completed a crazy long-distance run (or took 20,000 steps in a day on vacation) and need to give your feet some love ASAP, reach for these recovery slides – they're super lightweight, so easy to throw in your bag.
- Sizes: 3.5-13.5
- Colours: 8 options
- Material: EVA
Glowing customer review: “These slides are like walking on pillows. Keep them bedside to start your morning on the good foot, oops! Pun intended! I can wear these all day. After a career in field boots in the back country, it's like wearing a foot massage of your feet.”
High heels, but make them comfy and street-style approved. These lug sole sandals have a super bold silhouette that’ll give you an extra 2.25 inches of height.
- Sizes: 3-10
- Colours: Black/Sea Salt, Honest Beige/Gum, Safari/Jet, Sea Salt/Black
- Material: Leather, molded EVA, rubber
Glowing customer review: “I have had these shoes for 3 months and I love them. They are comfortable, sturdy and the bottom grips any ground and feels stable. I like that they give me the perfect amount of height as well. Love them!”
Easy slides are a necessity for fabulous pool days *and* days where you’re barely making it out the door to grab a hungover morning coffee. Might as well grab a double-duty pair that offers arch support!
- Sizes: 5-16
- Colours: 9 Options
- Material: Closed cell foam
Glowing customer review: “I love my Archie flip-flops and now my slides are one of my favorites as well. They are so comfortable and have the right amount of support to wear them all day! Love them!”
Talk about versatile. With their comfy (and super responsive) insoles, The Kara sandal is your OTP for vacation dressing. Strolls? Walking tours? We promise you're sorted.
- Sizes: 2-8.5
- Colours: 7 options
- Material: EVA, rubber
Glowing customer review: “These are the most comfortable sandals I have ever had. I just purchased them in black as well. I have plantar fasciitis and my feet feel amazing when I wear these!!! The Kara Sandal is also very stylish. I have gotten lots of compliments when I wear them.”
Margo Robbie wore pink Birkenstocks in the Barbie movie, so naturally I, too, will be wearing pink Birkenstocks. The iconic Arizona style has a waterproof footbed that contours to the shape of your foot and offers excellent arch support.
- Sizes: 4-10.5
- Colours: 5 options
- Material: EVA
Glowing customer review: “This is the classic Birkenstock with great comfort and arch support. Good for anyone with high arches who needs a supportive shoe.”
Another classic outdoors-y shoe: The Teva Hurricanes. They’re meant to stabilize your foot on rocky ground as you hike, and they’re also great for stabilizing high arches. Plus, these vegan babies are partially made of recycled plastic, and can be sent back to Teva when you’re done (like, years down the line) to be recycled again.
- Sizes: 5-14
- Colours: 43 options
- Material: Recycled plastic, EVA, nylon, rubber
Glowing customer review: “My first pair of Tevas (after trying chacos and returning them) and I am in LOVE. I've received so many compliments. They are so comfortable, I literally wear them everyday as I have flat feet. They fit well, I have worn them through water, on hikes, around town...everywhere.”
Did you know that when you shell out £££ for Docs, you’re not only getting high-quality leather and grunge vibes but you’re *also* getting great arch support? Plus, the footbed has memory foam in it for maximum comfort.
- Sizes: 5-11
- Colours: Black Hydro, White Hydro
- Material: PU-coated leather
Glowing customer review: “I've only worn them once and they're very comfortable! I was worried I'd get blisters breaking them in but I didn't. I also got a bunch of compliments.”
Customers can't stop raving about these sandals—they have moderate arch support, which means that they’ll be v comfy on your feet but won’t push your foot into an artificially high arch.
- Sizes: 2.5-9
- Colours: 4 options
- Material: Leather, Neoprene and rubber
Glowing customer review: “I have been buying this particular shoe for 10 years now. It's been the brown this entire time, but then I switched it up with the gray. Really sweet. Can't recommend these shoes enough, so comfortable.”
Cushioned sandals with dreamy molded support? Sign us up. These slides are perfect for a 00's inspired look - Pop on a tube top and cargo skirt and you're hot-to-go.
- Sizes: 2-9
- Colours: Black
- Material: Textile and Rubber
Glowing customer review: “I have now bought two additional pair of these. They are so comfortable it's amazing. I am worried they won't be available when I want another pair so I bought two pair to keep in reserve. Great product.”
Hannah is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from chic home decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and pictures of her office outfits that nobody asked for.
Angel Cordova-Todd is the Fashion Assistant at Cosmopolitan UK, Red and Prima. Having previously spent time at Elle UK, The Sunday Times Style, Net-a-Porter and The Outnet she’s a budding shopping specialist. You’ll typically find her overpopulating her online wishlists, prepping threads for our next cover star, swimming in Bermuda, or internally debating whether she should root for Piastri or Hamilton during a Grand Prix (most likely both..).
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