Sneakers are a must-have travel shoe, and sometimes we just want a little height in our step, without sacrificing comfort. Wedge sneakers are a great way to add a little height, while being able to walk around without feeling like you need to take your shoes off after only walking a block. Here are our picks for the best hidden wedge sneakers for travel.
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Steve Madden Wavery Wedge Sneaker
This sporty-yet-dressy Steve Madden Sneaker provides the lift your legs are asking for, and keeps you comfortable in the meantime. The 2 ¾ hidden wedge heel gives you plenty of height, and the cushioned footbed with a rubber sole ensures you’ll look great and feel great all day long. The suede outer has a plastic band for easy slip on and slip off, plus there is an inner zipper for added security. Available in black or brown.
Athlefit Women’s Wedge Sneaker
Whether you are wearing jeans, leggings, or even a skirt, these sneakers will make you feel great. The hidden inner wedge gives you a two-inch flattering lift, yet won’t have you yearning to get home and get your slippers on after a long day out and about. The waterproof, non-slip design is perfect for any trip. Available in fifteen colors, styles and patterns.
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Sorel Evie Sport Lace
If you like a sturdy, durable sneaker, look no further than Sorel’s Evie Sport Lace. Waterproof, with a soft canvas footbed and molded EVA removable footbed, you will be able to handle whatever comes your way while you are out sightseeing, while keeping your feet happy and without foregoing your fashion sense. Available in four colors.
PUMA Women’s Cali Sneaker
If you love regular Puma sneakers, you are really going to love their Cali Sneakers. Although not necessarily a hidden wedge, these sneakers still don’t make it obvious that you are getting a little extra height. The full lace closure with synthetic leather upper and perforated vamp for breathability make them the perfect sneakers for travel. Available in black or white.
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Dr. Scholl’s If Only Sneaker
Perhaps the pioneer of comfortable shoes, Dr. Scholl’s unsurprisingly delivers with their hidden wedge sneakers. These faux leather slip ons have a two inch hidden wedge inner heel and an anatomical cushioned footbed, giving you the ultimate shoe in both fashion and comfort. Available in three colors.
Linea Paolo Felicia Wedge Sneaker
I love when the hardest part about buying a shoe is choosing what color you should get (and then end up buying more than one pair when you can’t decide). The Felicia wedge sneaker from Linea Paolo is available in fourteen different colors (including black or gold glitter), and has a total of three inches of heel when you add together the wedge plus platform. They are the perfect combination of sporty and dressy.
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Toms Amber Slip On
Feel good and look good with these slip on sneakers from Toms. The OrthoLite® Eco LT Hybrid™ insoles are made with 26% eco content, and the rubber cupsole gives you traction and durability for a long day of walking. Plus, with Toms, you know you are doing good when buying from them: a third of their profits go to support people working to build equity at the grassroots level. Available in two colors.
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