As somebody with large ft, I’ve at all times struggled to seek out sneakers that regarded nearly as good as they felt. After I was a toddler, I truly refused to put on tennis sneakers; they both additional exaggerated the width of my foot or squeezed my arches so tightly that it damage. Then I moved to New York Metropolis at 22 years outdated, and cozy sneakers grew to become a necessary a part of the gown code.

Whereas I discovered a number of spectacular manufacturers through the years—together with Thousand Fell’s no-stain sneakers—the Cariuma Salvas stood out for accommodating a large foot with a flattering match. Somewhat than my foot hanging barely off the perimeters of the rubber outsole, it is gently hugged by the ethically sourced leather-based.

The hand-cut uppers additionally taper barely, which elongates the look of my foot. It additionally permits me to play with the laces, guaranteeing the shoe is tight the place I need it however with wiggle room the place I do not. Though I’ve the all-white type, I feel the splash of colour on the black-and-white pair additional emphasizes this elongating impact. (The woes of large ft!)

Extra importantly, the sneakers are undeniably snug. The reminiscence foam sole makes each step corresponding to strolling on clouds—and the identical cushioning is used for the heel collar. This provides extra ankle help and prevents painful blisters. Reality be informed, I’ve truly by no means gotten a blister from these kicks, even sporting them proper out of the field.