Who better to trust when it comes to comfortable footwear than teachers? (Amazon)(Amazon)
If there's one group of folks that we trust when it comes to comfortable footwear, it's teachers. Think about it — they're on their feet for most of the day, so when they say that a pair of shoes feels like "walking on a cloud," we take notice. That's the case with these Semwiss ballet flats that are on sale for as low as $20 at Amazon — that's almost 45% off! Best of all, reviewers say they look almost identical to pricier Rothy's flats, but that they're just as comfortable.
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These flats are back to their all-time low, a price they've only hit a few times this year. As if that's not enough reason to stop dragging your feet, reviewers say they're strikingly similar to the cult-favorite Rothy's Point II flats, which go for over $150. Get these in several colors and you'll still come out ahead!
Flats are a practical year-round shoe, especially for those who stand and walk a lot. These Semwiss flats are made of stretchy knitted fabric that's breathable, so your feet won't sweat, slip and slide throughout the day. The heel has subtle padding that shouldn't rub, causing unnecessary friction. Memory foam latex insoles help relieve pressure, and the pointed toe box adds a little bit of sophistication that makes these easy to dress up.
Among these flats' 2,000 five-star reviews are several from an esteemed group: teachers!
Pros 👍
"I'm a teacher, so I'm on my feet the majority of the day. These are really comfortable and don't cause any blisters or pinch my toes," one educator raved. "They have a nice cushion inside that most flats don't have. I've already ordered another pair in a different color."
Another gave them a title that's hard to ignore: "Best teacher shoe," the fan wrote. "I was very hesitant to buy these, but they are perfect! ... They have great support and are breathable. I am a teacher and can easily wear these all day."
"Comfortable, inexpensive and oh so cute!" said another shopper. "I am a teacher and on my feet all day, these are amazing! Will be ordering another color! If you don't want to spend the money on Rothy's just to trash them at work …. They have the same look and just as comfy!"
One reviewer who already owns a pair of Rothy's compared the two and preferred the Amazon alternatives: "There is more padding on the Amazon brand, so they're more comfortable," they wrote.
Another shopper is also a convert: "I found these after I returned my Rothy's and I have to say these are more comfortable!" the surprised shopper explained. "No rubbing on the back of the ankle. There is [a] cushion inside that makes you feel like you're walking on a cloud."
Cons 👎
Though she loved them, the first reviewer recommended sizing down to get the perfect fit: "I am a 6.5 in flats," the shopper wrote. "I ordered that size and they were huge! I sent them back and ordered a size 5 and those fit perfectly."
"While they are very comfortable, I do wish they had a little bit of arch support," another shopper wrote. "But overall, still really comfortable."
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
