Casual Shoes Reviews

When shopping for Casual Shoes the first thing you should consider is the type of shoe and heel that best fit your feet. Casual shoes are almost always made with a flat to mid-range chunky heel or no heel with rubber or leather soles.

These are a great slip on shoes that are fashionable with a somewhat retro look. Mules are typically flat whereas clogs tend to have a slightly chunky heel made of rubber or wood. Some brands come with fur or sheepskin lining on the inside or as a trim. Clogs are great for almost any casual occasion and are especially useful when trying on clothes as you can slip in and out of them quickly.

Slip-ons and Loafers are another easy access type of casual shoe with no laces, but unlike a clog or mule, these shoes do not have an open back. These shoes are usually flat or with a small square heel and can be worn anywhere, are comfortable and come in great styles. Perfect for Saturday errands or for wearing to work, these shoes are multi-functional.

Boots are a great casual shoe with style. They vary in height from ankle to just under the knee and can be flat or with a slight square heel. Uppers made of leather, suede, sheepskin, fabric, quilt or denim can set the tone for your entire ensemble. From motorcycle boots that can be worn with jeans, shorts or a skirt to mid-calf or under the knee styles that can add a funky style to any outfit, either over jeans, with a skirt or with stretchy pants. And we all know how great cowboy boots look with jeans - perfect for country dancing or casual day at work.

Once you have decided on the type of casual shoe, look for quality craftsmanship. Leather soles and uppers offer the most durability and quality. Shop well known brands that are known to provide long lasting and stylish shoes. At this point you probably have figured out what type of shoe you want and have found a few choices that are well made and stylish. Next, you have to determine the right size of shoe. Make sure to allow at least a thumbwidths distance from the front of the shoe to your big toe when standing. As for width, your toes should be able to naturally splay when you step. Shoes that are too narrow will squeeze your toes and not allow the necessary movement for foot health. Shoes with super pointy toes can often be a problem as they squeeze your toes together, but in a casual or flatter shoe, this is not as much of a problem. Always take foot health into consideration when shopping for shoes and look for a good fit that allows for natural movement. Remember that your foot affects the alignment of your spine and a poor fitting shoe can affect your back and overall posture.