We all know how tricky shoe shopping can be, but it seems to be more
so when buying footwear for work as there are different needs that you have take into consideration. Many careers call for the wearing of particular types of
footwear and there is no better place to find all the different styles than online. Here, specialty womens work
shoes for nursing, food service or even construction can be located quickly and easily.
Types Of Work Shoes For Women
Nursing shoes
Nursing is one field that requires specially designed work shoes for
women to be worn. These nursing shoes must not only meet the OSHA safety requirements
in non-slip soles but also need to be comfortable enough to wear for 10 to 12 hours shifts where the wearer is almost always in constant motion. These
require extra arch support along with a comfortable fit.
Non-slip
Food service is yet another area of career choice that can cause any
woman wearing work shoes to be on their feet for hours on end. They require many of the same features as those shoes used in nursing. This is particularly
true for the soles being non-slip as a cafeteria or restaurant has slick flooring along with it getting wet on a regular basis.
Safety shoes
When it comes to ladies work shoes for construction, these are
possibly the most difficult to find locally. These are required by OSHA to have steel toes or the equivalent thereof and need to be both rugged and
comfortable at the same time. Closed heel and closed toe womens shoes are mandatory in most manufacturing shops. Workplace safety is the utmost concern of
OSHA and more on the job injuries happen to the feet than to any other part of the body with the exception of the back.
Business professional
These types of womens office shoes will be worn at workplaces that adhere to a professional dress code. This is
a pretty formal type of shoe that often involves heels, patent leather, or dressy flats. Shoes that fall under this category would be closed-toe shoes with
classic styles and colors - nothing overly trendy.
Business casual
These shoes are also for the office but are also appropriate for
business casual dress. These are the most common type of work shoes for women. These types of shoes may include loafers, open-toed shoes, and flats or
similar shoes. It is often acceptable to wear more trendy shoes in these cases.
Recommended Shoes
For nursing shoes, there are many options from the brand Cherokee and
Lucky Scrubs.
Women's Peacock Durable Leather nursing shoes by Cherokee are a
popular option and go for around $40 - $50. They feature double gored slip on with DBL outsole, durable leather, and breathable lining. The light outsole is
about half the weight of other outsoles.
Lucky Scrubs brand has Ultralife Clogs at about $25. These are
lightweight and comfortable. They have great arch support, are slip resistant, and provide protection against spills.
For construction or womens safety shoes we recommend the Timberland Pro Titan 6 Safety Toe Waterproof Workboot.
These go for about $120 and receive high consumer ratings. Made of out premium full grain leather they are flexible and comfortable.
A good pair of non-slip womens work shoes would be the Sketchers Softie. Can be found for $50 dollars. These shoes are durable and the midsole
is very well cushioned. Has breatheable lining and the outsole is rated as slip and oil resistant.
A popular and classy work shoe for the business professional
environment is the Naturalizer Bryant. These pumps come in black, grey, or brown and have more of a rounded toe. The insole is cushioned. These nice shoes
sell for between $75 and $80.
Finally, there is the Doctor Comfort Flute casual business shoe for
women. Has the option of either fine leather or lightweight lycra. High quality and comfort with detailed stitching. These are a little pricier but worth if
it you want both class and extreme comfort. Can find them for around $175.
Some Tips When Shopping For Womens Work
Shoes
It is not always easy to find a pair of shoes that are both
comfortable for walking and still stylish and suited for your workplace needs. You need to take into consideration the amount of walking or standing you will
be doing. It is imperative to wear supportive shoes that are comfortable or you will be causing yourself pain and potential foot problems in the
future.
If you can find it in the type of shoe you need, mesh linings are
helpful for allowing the feet to "breathe". The lining also reduces moisture on the foot. Although not always available in dressier shoes, a thicker heel can
give added stability. If you anticipate a lot of walking, try to find insoles that mold to your feet.
The best time of day to shop for womens work shoes is at the end of
the day, right after work. Your feet might be somewhat swollen at this point. After trying on a pair, walk around for a little while, maybe even finding some
stairs to go up and down if that's what you do at work. Make sure the shoes will be something you will be happy with in all situations you will find yourself
in during the work day.
Although the best way to find the right womens work shoes is to go
shopping at specialty stores and try on many pairs, checking out prices online might be a good idea. Work shoes will be found in all sizes and the
descriptions will list what features they have along with the safety requirements that they meet. Take the time to look over a few websites in order to
comparison shop and save. If you already know what you want, you might find some great deals and even additional colors or sized not available in the store.
Some good sites to visit are Shoebuy.com, Shoes.com, and Nextag.com.
