I like both of the brands you mentioned Janie and also Clark's are a good brand. I had to almost exclusively buy Clark's for a while after I got a heel spur and plantars faciitis (sp). Do you have an SAS store where you live, they have a good shoe too. I have to have a good cushioned insole for my shoes. I haven't worn a heel in many years and I doubt I even could anymore. Good luck on your search.

Oh, I saw a bunch of Clark shoes at the store today but did not know anything about them- wasn't sure if they were "off-brand" or what, lol. Will have to check them out. No SAS stores near here but I can see if there is one in Pittsburgh (2 hour drive but if they keep my back in order, well worth it!).

SAS is the way to go. If your foot is the least bit wide they come in wide in several styles.

Clark's are a must for me. I have a couple of Merrill's that are very comfortable and good looking for flats.

I've worn clarks and ONLY clarks shoes for the past 5 years or so--as prescribed by my podiatrist. Definitely not an off-brand. They're a good brand (Brittish, I believe) of very well made shoes. They last forever, and NEVER look worn (I don't know how they do that, but the first pair I bought still look almost new).

However, I wear them for plantar fasciitis and heel spurs. I have no idea if they'd be good for a bad back--you probably want to ask whatever dr. treats you for his/her recommendation for the best shoe for YOUR personal needs. We are all different, our feet are all constructed differently. You probably shouldn't buy a $60-80 pair of shoes (Clarks) just because some of us find them comfortable.

Janie ga, I have the same problem. For everyday use I wear Easy Spirits. When I dress up I wear flats. I have some that are Clarks and I found a pair at Penney's, St. Johns Bay. I bought the last pair long time ago.

I agree with the Clarks, but not sure if you will find a style which goes with what you are wearing. They sell a lot of clogs, but I don't think you want to wear clogs to a job interview! Naturalizer might be good as well. Easy Spirit is another popular comfort brand, but it never worked for me. It all boils down to what feels good for your tootsies, so go try some on.

Good luck on the interviews.

I buy my shoes from Auditions (catalog) because my feet are narrow. They carry a good selection and do offer a good return policy. I think they carry Clarks and if you call them, they seem to have good information.

I like Clark shoes too, but the most comfortable shoes imho are Walking Cradles. The insole is like an egg crate foam and so comfy.

Another comfortable brand is Softspots.

I think Zappos carries both of them.

Here is a link that might be useful: http://www.walkingcradles.com/WC-All-c8.html

when last kid got married i said no heels...went to easy spirit and got a nice pair of dressy flats, i'm still wearing...look for no higher than 1-2"...

look on line at the shoes to get an idea before heading to the store...these looks nice, and some on sale!

Here is a link that might be useful: http://www.easyspirit.com/Casual/2881131,default,sc.html

i wear Keds at work usually but this fall i got my first pair of Clarks and got a 3" heel dk brown clog that i LOVE, it feels like a slipper! later got a black suede 2.5" heel shootie for walking in atlanta at thanksgiving & dressy dinners. love that shoe too! i wear those clogs everyday now they are sooo comfy to walk in. ~ liz

Check out "Footsmart.com" on line, as well as a catalog. They carry Clarks (what I wear) Easy Spirt (cured my previous foot problem) Naturalizer and Soft Spots as well as many other brands. Right now sales are in progress. My DH used SAS to cure his plantar thing with arch supports from Happy Feet. There are lots of places to check just be sure of the return policy and wear them carefully on carpet to check them out. QVC also carries many of these brands. Great return policy(if you remember to mail them back in 30 days!) Nanny

I have major foot problems in fact can not really walk much these days but some of the brands I like and docs have recommended are Merrell, Clark, SAS, Born, Dansko, Keene(the only sandals I wear),MEPHISTO(awesome, an investment but worth it).
I personally love my Keene sandals, all of my Born shoes and my Merrells and Mephisto. If you have a DSW around you they have a good selection of some of these including the Born, Clarks, Merrell.
Also check out Dr.Comfort shoes online they are a specialty shoe.

Merrell (sp?), and I buy them at Marshall's sometimes.

Ya'll are SO AWESOME! I will investigate the stores this weekend and let people know as soon as I find something. I have a few weeks at least before I HAVE to have anything so I will take my time. Liz, since I am from GA, I can understand your Atlanta reference! Shelia, we got a Marshalls last summer so now I have another excuse to go there, lol.

If you have a TJ Maxx I happened to find Merrells there for a great price a while back, I bought 2 pair at that price, but they are hit or miss on what they happen to be carrying.

I have the bad back issues also as well as the bad feet so for me it is really essential to have good supportive and comfortable shoes. I like shoes that allow the use of a good orthotic in the shoe.