Since my usual heels or strappy sandals would not be appropriate for the amount of walking Disney World will entail, and my running shoes would look awful with carpis and skirts, my upcoming trip had the added bonus of providing me with shoe shopping opportunities.
I actually got 3 new pairs of shoes for Disney, however the flip flops I got in the summer (with Disney in mind) and got a lot of wear out of, and the closed sneakers I got in the early fall (with Disney in mind), and have also already gotten a tonne of wear out of, as they are perfect with jeans or yoga pants. The open sneakers are the only ones I got new just for Disney.
Flip-Flops
These Sanuks are actually for men, but so comfy I don’t care. The minute I tried them on (before I realized they were men’s) I knew they were the perfect walking flip-flop with their well padded straps and thick contoured rubber soles! I wore them to the zoo last summer, and they made it all day, so I think they will be more than suitable for Disney:
Closed Sneakers
I have wanted good (as in, not Payless) casual sneakers forever. I know that Pumas are trendier than Skechers these days, but I just cannot drop that kind of money on shoes that are only worn to the park, the supermarket and waiting outside the girl’s ballet class. So, when I saw these on sale while I was strolling downtown a couple months ago, I had to have them. I am not sorry, as they are super comfy as well as stylish. I actually wore them on my 5K back in September and jogged in them a few times before I got my good running shoes (link above), and they performed very well. Well enough for Disney:
Open Sneakers
though I have been eyeing these Skechers for weeks months years, yet never wanted to spend the money (I know the site says $51, but in Canada they are about $80). When I found them on sale for $59 yesterday, they became mine. I suspect they will get a lot of wear at and after Disney, as they will be perfect with the skirts and capris I plan to wear all next week, and ideal casual shoes come spring.
Yes, I know 3 pairs of shoes for Disney seems excessive, but I find that wearing the same shoes for long walks day after day is hard on the feet, as you get rubbing and pressure on the same spots day after day. I am hoping that alternating between these 3 shoes will keep me upright and in good shape the whole trip! The girl will do the same, with walking sandals, sneakers and open sneakers…
karen said,
November 24, 2007 @ 4:12 am
Those are awesome shoes for walking… and you are right, you will be doing an awful lot of that! The good news, they have huge strollers there so the girl will be able to rest up if she needs, between parks and rides.
Oh, you’ll have so much fun!
Jeannie said,
November 24, 2007 @ 1:22 pm
Disney is our favorite place…got engaged and honeymooned there! Have a fantastic time!
The Blogger said,
November 25, 2007 @ 3:26 am
thanx!
Dina said,
November 25, 2007 @ 8:44 am
good choices. love that second pair!
have an amazing trip :)
Jade said,
November 30, 2007 @ 9:43 am
Have a great trip :) Like the last pair! Looking forward to all the details when you get back….
wholesale womens clothing said,
December 10, 2007 @ 12:51 pm
I think they’re pretty cool and comfy to wear. Love the third one! =)