It turns out that Taylor Swift trusts her very favorite walking sneakers nurses, orthopedistsAnd professional buyers. In one of the photos, she can be seen wearing the Hoka Clifton 9, an earlier version of the sneaker that received the best ranking. Glamorlist 15 Best Walking Shoes for Women.
While the Hoka Clifton is far from a slim design, it is a lightweight trainer with a thick, cushioned sole and American Pediatric Medical Association (APMA) Acceptance mark. “The Clifton has all three characteristics that a walking shoe should have: arch support, a cushioned heel and a flexible forefoot.” Mohammad Rimawi, DMPcertified orthopedist with Manhattan Foot Specialists once in new york said Glamor.
Hoka's latest Clifton, Clifton 10retails for $155, Swift's Clifton 9c currently retailing for $116 in various color combinations (originally $140). Unfortunately, the exact white Swift pair with blue, red and yellow detailing is no longer available.
The Clifton 9 has been specifically named the “best soft shoe” for nurses. To Glamor in 2024, one registered nurse praised their effect on lower back pain after a spinal strain at work. “The shoes I wear really affect how much that pain comes back, and these shoes seem to minimize that discomfort as much as possible.” Alexis Paules, rn.told us then.
Honestly, if they're good enough for nurses and pop stars, they're good enough for me.