In Drew we trust. (Getty/Adidas)
As a teen in the '90s, I modeled my entire fashion sense after Drew Barrymore, from my Delia's baby tees down to my Doc Martens combat boots (if you know, you know). And now, three decades later, it's a trip to learn the current-day talk show sensation is obsessed with the same sneakers as I am — the shockingly comfortable Adidas Nizza Platform Shoes. Like Drew herself, these canvas lace-ups are undeniably adorable and absolutely timeless — in fact, she shouted them out on Instagram as her go-to travel shoes. The best part? Right now, they're just $39 (that's 50% off) when you use code WINTER at checkout during the brand's winter sale.
If you like a classic white pair of tennis shoes, try these canvas sneaks from Adidas — Drew Barrymore is reportedly a fan. While they have a chunky platform sole, it hides an EVA sock liner that feels like memory foam, making them perfect for all-day walking, whether you're exploring a new city or just getting your steps in. Even better? They're 50% off when you use code WINTER at checkout.
"Most comfortable sneakers I have ever worn," said a shopper. "I have multiple foot issues, including Morton’s neuroma. These are the only shoes I can wear for long hours of standing and walking without having pain. I have 16-hour days when we host summits and often spend long days and multiple days in theme parks and never have pain when wearing these shoes."
We all know Drew has access to the best things money can buy, so if she calls the Nizza Platforms a travel essential, you can trust that they're worth every penny. And at over 50% off and just under $40, that's within a very reasonable budget. If you're afraid all-white canvas sneakers might not be for you, as trendy as they may be, fear not: Nizzas are also on sale in black with signature white Adidas stripes. And these are sneakers you can pair with so much of your wardrobe — they've got a lot of mileage in them.
The Nizza sneakers didn't make it onto Drew's packing list just for being cute. It turns out their chunky soles are actually hiding an EVA sock liner that feels like memory foam, making them perfect for all-day walking, whether you're exploring New York City (my stomping grounds as well as Drew's!) or just getting your 10,000 steps in.
I didn't know I needed them until I tried on my friend's pair of Nizzas and was seduced by the way my foot just sunk into its marshmallowy footbed. I immediately got my own pair and proceeded to wear them all summer. This was a few years ago, and I'm so thankful these sneakers are machine-washable, because other than getting dirty, they've held up (but, you know, that's canvas for ya).
While I used to be a Converse girl, the relatively thin soles on my classic Chuck Taylors weren't cutting it anymore. I was glad to be able to trade them in for these Adidas shoes because they have the same lace-up design and appeal, but with way more comfort in each step. Even the toe box is more rounded in the Nizzas, so they're clear winners, and I'm never going back.
The Adidas Nizza Platforms have an overall star rating of 4.7 from more than 4,000 shoppers, and the reviews shed light on what makes these sneakers the best-kept secret in footwear.
The comfort of Nizzas is truly a standout. One shopper wrote, "I wasn’t sure if platform shoes would be comfortable and provide arch support but they!" Another wore them "for lots of walking while on a trip and had no problems. No blisters, no pain. It also provided support which I needed due to my plantar fasciitis."
But the true testament to their comfort came from a shopper who said, "Most comfortable sneakers I have ever worn. I have multiple foot issues including Morton’s neuroma. These are the only shoes I can wear for long hours of standing and walking without having pain. I have 16-hour days when we host summits and often spend long days and multiple days in theme parks and never have pain when wearing these shoes."
Reviewers are having Cinderella moments, too. One commented, "I have wide feet and they fit nice' and another called the Nizzas "wide foot friendly."
Others are super pleased with how easy it is to incorporate Nizza Platforms into their wardrobe. "Goes great with wide-leg jeans and pants," said a pleased shopper. "They’re just so timeless and classic...I can wear them with almost anything." Another suggested the sneakers "can match any outfit: from casual to sporty to casual business, with skirts/dress/jeans."
A few noted that the Adidas sneakers run a bit big, and that sizing down by a size or a half size helped. One helpful customer wrote, "I usually wear a size 6 in most brands, but these run a little large, so I'm a 5.5 in these. For reference, I'm a 5 in Converse, 5 in Fit Flops, 6 in Sorell sneakers, 5.5 in Hokas."
And, of course, some complained that their white sneakers "get dirty pretty quick." One person emphasized, "Love the fit and style, but disappointed in the color because the web picture seems to represent it as bright white. It is an 'off white' with white stripes."
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
