Elevated Travel Shoes: The 2023 Women’s Edit
Whether lugging around tired little ones and filled-to-the-brim tote bags, or running from gate to gate to avoid missing a connecting flight, your feet will thank you for choosing footwear that feels as good as it looks. Thankfully, you don’t have to sacrifice style for comfort with many top brands designing footwear with the savvy traveler in mind. Below are a few of our favorites for her.
Sneakers
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Balenciaga Speed 2.0 Recycled Knit Sneaker
This Italian-made statement sneaker features uppers made from 86% recyclable objects with an extra light, nearly barefoot feel. Also available in men’s and kids styles for the ultimate family travel twinning experience.
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Maison Margiela Replica Paint Drop Sneakers
These Italian-made unisex Maison Margiela sneakers were inspired by Austrian men's sports shoes in the seventies. Featuring painted uppers and shoe backs marked with the Maison's iconic white straight stitch.
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Gucci Women's Ace Bee Sneakers
Gucci's classic low-top sneaker is embellished with the gold embroidered bee against the green and red Web. There’s red leather detail on the heel of one shoe and green on the other.
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Chloé Nama Women’s Sneaker
With 40% of its weight made up of recycled debris, this eco-friendly sneaker from Chloé is bold, lightweight and ultra-comfortable.
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KOIO Women's Capri Leather Sneaker
These supremely comfortable and versatile sneakers are made from leather and suede, and are available in dozens of colors.
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Superga Women's 2750 Cotu Classic Sneaker
These shoes have been a Petit Passeport editor’s pick on several trips to Europe, proving versatile enough to wear in the air and throughout the cobblestone paths of southern France.
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Cariuma Unisex OCA Low in Canvas
A growing favorite among celebrities, these minimalist canvas unisex sneakers are sustainably made and supremely comfortable with a cap-toe for extra durability.
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SeaVees Women’s Huntington Middie Sneaker
This versatile shoe is part sneaker, part slip-on, and all comfort. Built with extra-cushy soles for extended wear and a cooling system for breathability.
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Thousand Fell Women’s Lace Up Sneakers
These sustainability-focused sneakers are comfortable, breathable, stain and odor resistant. When you’re done wearing these shoes, you can send them in to be recycled.
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Allbirds Unisex Wool Runner
You’ll find this unisex shoe on just about every “best of” list for travelers in existence. Lightweight and eco-friendly, it delivers style along with substance.
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HOKA Women's Clifton 8 Running Shoe
These running shoes from French-originated brand HOKA boast oversized midsoles for extra cushion and support and come in a wide array of fresh color palettes to suit any style. Also available in men’s.
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Nike Women's Air Max 270 Running
If you will be traveling all day, it’s hard to beat the classics. These Nike Air Max running shoes will put a bounce in your step no matter how long you find yourself on-the-go. Also available in men’s.
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Vionic Women's Sky Adore Leisure Shoes
One of Oprah’s favorite shoe brands, Vionic is known for its orthotic designs — great arch support, breathability and flexibility — with a touch of glam. This sneaker comes in several stand-out color combinations.
Slip-Ons, Flats & Loafers
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Louis Vuitton Gloria Flat Loafer
This leather loafer features authentic moccasin construction and supple Louis Vuitton patent monogram canvas. The rubber outsole with nubs provides extra durability for long-lasting wear.
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Loro Piana Summer Charms Walk Moccasin
These soft, comfortable suede moccasins from Loro Piana can be configured in a wide array of exterior and interior materials and colors with option to personalize soles and charms.
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TOD’s Women’s Gommino Driving Shoes
These loafers from TOD’s consistently show up on traveler “best of” lists and are known for their supreme comfort. Available in multiple colors and chain accessory variations. Also available in men’s.
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M. Gemi The Felize Suede Womens Loafer
Handmade in Toscana, Italy, these loafers feature suede leather uppers and rubber soles that create a sock-like fit, molding to your feet as you wear them. Available in multiple colors.
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Gucci Women’s Leather Loafer with Web
This classic leather loafer from Gucci features a clever design that is like getting two shoes in one: wear with the heel folded up as a loafer or down as a slipper. Available in black or white leather, with our without the web.
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Prada Patent Leather Ballerinas
These elegant, classic ballerina slippers from Prada feature a Superflex rubber sole with California slip-last construction and the brand’s iconic enameled metal triangle logo on the upper.
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Tory Burch Ballet Loafer
This versatile soft leather shoe from Tory Burch combines the flexibility of a ballet slipper with the profile of a loafer, with performance-level comfort insoles. Available in multiple colors in suede or napa leather.
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Rothy’s The Point Women’s Shoe
This sleek pointed-toe flat combines top-notch comfort with a versatile style. They are also machine washable and each pair is knit from about 11 plastic bottles.
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TOMS Women's, Alpargata Cupsole Slip-Ons
For options outside running shoes, these slip-ons from TOMS are comfortable and versatile. With a pair donated to someone in need for every pair purchased, these shoes not only feel good, they do good.
Slippers & Sandals
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Hermès Oran Leather Sandal
This Italian-made “it” sandal from Hermès is an essential wardrobe staple for every fashion-focused traveler.
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Givenchy Women’s Leather Flat Mules
These flat leather mules feature a leather insole for added comfort and a Givenchy-branded elastic inset on the upper.
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Sabah Women’s Felli Red Baba
This Turkish-made backless pebbled leather slipper from Sabah features distinctive contrast piping. Available in multiple colors as well as a slipper that also comes in men’s and kids sizes.
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Bottega Veneta Puddle Rubber Slingback Sandals
This Italian-made one-piece molded shoe from Bottega Veneta is made from 100% biodegradable rubber and features a slingback heel. Available in multiple colors.
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Tory Burch Miller Cloud Sandals
This best-selling classic sandal from Tory Burch is made of calfskin leather with a rubber crepe sole. Available in multiple colors as well as in an on-trend lug sole version.
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Birkenstock Arizona Unisex Birkibuc Sandal
These instantly-recognizable two-strap sandals from Birkenstock come with their signature-comfort footbed and a durable synthetic “nubuck-like” upper.
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Crocs Women's Brooklyn Low Wedges Sandal
These wedges from Crocs feel broken in from day one, featuring their signature lightweight construction, intuitive upper straps and revolutionary comfort technology.
Boots & Booties
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TOD’S Suede Leather Ankle Boots
These Italian-made suede leather ankle boots are a sleek and versatile option for travelers to go with a variety of styles. Available in multiple colors.
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Aeyde Neil Ankle Boots
These Italian-made ankle boots from Berlin-based Aeyde come in suede and leather grain options in a sleek, square-toed silhouette. Available in multiple colors.
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Ganni Recycled Rubber City Boots
Made from recycled rubber-blend, these durable ankle boots from Ganni have a chunky, statement-making heel. Available in multiple colors and in a fur-lined option.
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Dr. Martens Unisex Chelsea Boot
These versatile boots for him and her show up on just about every “best of” list for travel shoes you’ll come across.
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SOREL Women's Harlow Chelsea Rain Boot — Waterproof Leather Ankle Booties
These waterproof booties are designed for all-season wear, and are a sleek and functional choice for travelers visiting rainy cities.
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Blundstone Women's 1351 Chelsea Boot
These water-resistant, Tasmanian-made high top boots are designed for comfort and durability, and come in a variety of different styles and materials along with their signature front and back pull tabs.
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Frye Women's Melissa Chelsea Boot
With a sleek and slim profile, these top-selling boots from Frye are versatile enough to go with just about every outfit, from casual wear to cocktail wear.
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Danner Women's Logger 917 6" Gore-Tex Lifestyle Boot
Step off the plane and head to the trails with these waterproof leather and Gore-Tex lifestyle boots from hiking footwear brand Danner. Multiple colors available; comes with two lace options.
