Comfortable shoes are crucial whether you’re taking a relaxing morning stroll or exploring a new city. Trust me, I learned the hard way when I tore a muscle in my foot from walking 10,000 steps a day in sneakers with zero arch support.

To source the most comfortable sneakers for daily wear, we spoke with a group of professionals known for standing on their feet all day: teachers. Most of their stylish yet supportive recommendations are from popular, celeb-worn brands like New Balance , Skechers , and Veja . You can find these educator-approved shoes at Amazon, Zappos, and Nordstrom — with prices from just $45.

Teacher-Recommended Comfy Shoes

Podiatrist-Approved Brand: New Balance 530 Sneakers , $70 (orig. $100)

Skechers Bobs B Cute Sneakers , $45 (orig. $57)

Birkenstock

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