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Travel in style and comfort with these supportive flats we vetted ourselves.

Person wearing Rothy’s The Square Wrap flats with lace-up ankle details while sitting on bed with feet resting against floor

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You might want to wear thin, no-show socks to prevent blisters or chafing.

Mary Janes are having a moment, so we had to get our hands on Vivaias version.

Our only recommendation is to wear thin, no-show socks if youre prone to blisters.

Vivaia Square-toe Mary Jane

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After two months of use, the velvety material is beginning to scuff.

Even after six months of use, we’ve experienced minimal wear and tear.

The round toe design allows plenty of space in the toe box so your feet will never feel cramped.

A person walks outside while wearing VIVAIA Square-Toe Mary Jane (Margot Mary Jane)

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The knit upper also has a bit of compression to keep the shoe from slipping.

We wish there were more colorways other than black and animal print.

They dont offer much in the traction department.

A pair of VIVAIA Square-Toe Mary Jane (Margot Mary Jane) folded inside of a suitcase

The sole could be a bit thicker for more cushioning.

The sole isn’t very thick, so you may feel uneven surfaces below your feet.

Without requiring any break-in period, these flats can be tossed in a suitcase right out of the box.

Pair of Vivaia Square-toe Mary Jane flats displayed on a wood floor with the insoles removed

The leather upper is soft and flexible, while still looking sleek and stylish at first glance.

Though they are comfortable for long walking days, they don’t offer much arch support.

Choose from matte leather options, shiny finishes, or even a snakeskin print.

A person walks outside while wearing VIVAIA Square-Toe Mary Jane (Margot Mary Jane)

We wish they came with a shoe bag for storage.

Leather is notorious for requiring a break-in period, especially when it comes to shoes.

The leather material is quite possibly the softest we’ve come across in comfortable shoe testing thus far.

A pair of VIVAIA Square-Toe Mary Jane (Margot Mary Jane) folded inside of a suitcase

The mid and outsoles are noticeably thin.

After six months of testing, we updated this article with our new insights.

you could buy heel or gel pads to place in the shoes for customized comfort.

Pair of Vivaia Square-toe Mary Jane flats displayed on a wood floor with the insoles removed

Generally, flats probably shouldnt be your go-to shoes if youre planning to do some serious walking.

That includes everything from jeans, skirts, and dresses to t-shirts, blouses, and tanks.

It truly depends on your personal style, so don’t be afraid to get creative!

Birdies The Starling Flats

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Anna used notes from testing to compile and summarize this list of the most comfortable flats for travel.

A pair of Birdies The Starling Flats

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A pair of Birdies The Starling Flats

A pair of Birdies The Starling Flats

A pair of Birdies The Starling Flats

Frank Mully Round Toe Ballet Flat

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A pair of Frank Mully Women’s Round Toe Ballet Flats

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A pair of Frank Mully Women’s Round Toe Ballet Flats

A pair of Frank Mully Women’s Round Toe Ballet Flats

A pair of Frank Mully Women’s Round Toe Ballet Flats

A pair of Frank Mully Women’s Round Toe Ballet Flats

A pair of Frank Mully Women’s Round Toe Ballet Flats

Rothy’s The Square Mary Jane

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A pair of Rothy’s The Square Mary Janes

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The bottom of the Rothy’s The Square Mary Janes

A pair of Rothy’s The Square Mary Jane

A pair of Rothy’s The Square Mary Janes

The bottom of the Rothy’s The Square Mary Janes

A pair of Rothy’s The Square Mary Jane

Margaux The Demi Ballet Flat

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Margaux The Demi Flats displayed on a black coffee table

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Closeup of the toe of a Margaux The Demi Flat

Margaux The Demi Flats displayed on carpet with their shoebox

Margaux The Demi Flats displayed on a black coffee table

Closeup of the toe of a Margaux The Demi Flat

Margaux The Demi Flats displayed on carpet with their shoebox

Vivaia Aria 5° Pointed-toe Water Repellent Ballet Flats

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A person wears a pair of VIVAIA Pointed-Toe Water Repellent Ballet Flats (Aria 5°)

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A person holds up a pair of VIVAIA Pointed-Toe Water Repellent Ballet Flats (Aria 5°)

The inside of the VIVAIA Pointed-Toe Water Repellent Ballet Flats (Aria 5°)

A pair of VIVAIA Pointed-Toe Water Repellent Ballet Flats (Aria 5°) out of the box

A person wears a pair of VIVAIA Pointed-Toe Water Repellent Ballet Flats (Aria 5°)

A person holds up a pair of VIVAIA Pointed-Toe Water Repellent Ballet Flats (Aria 5°)

The inside of the VIVAIA Pointed-Toe Water Repellent Ballet Flats (Aria 5°)

A pair of VIVAIA Pointed-Toe Water Repellent Ballet Flats (Aria 5°) out of the box

Birdies Hummingbird Flats

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A person crossing their legs while wearing the Birdies The Hummingbird flats indoors

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A close-up of Birdies The Hummingbird flats worn on outdoor stone tiles

A close-up of a person wearing the Birdies The Hummingbird flats outside on stone tiles

A side view of the Birdies The Hummingbird flats posed on a wooden floor

The back of the Birdies The Hummingbird flats posed on wood

The Birdies The Hummingbird flats on a wooden floor

A person crossing their legs while wearing the Birdies The Hummingbird flats indoors

A close-up of Birdies The Hummingbird flats worn on outdoor stone tiles

A close-up of a person wearing the Birdies The Hummingbird flats outside on stone tiles

A side view of the Birdies The Hummingbird flats posed on a wooden floor

The back of the Birdies The Hummingbird flats posed on wood

The Birdies The Hummingbird flats on a wooden floor

Sam Edelman Ari Ballet Flat

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The Sam Edelman Ari Ballet Flat worn on a wooden deck

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The Sam Edelman Ari Ballet Flats worn by a pool

A close-up of a Sam Edelman Ari Ballet Flat worn on a deck

The Sam Edelman Ari Ballet Flats posed to show the bottoms next to the box on wood

The Sam Edelman Ari Ballet Flats posed by their box on wood

An arial angle of the Sam Edelman Ari Ballet Flats on a wooden background

The Sam Edelman Ari Ballet Flat worn on a wooden deck

The Sam Edelman Ari Ballet Flats worn by a pool

A close-up of a Sam Edelman Ari Ballet Flat worn on a deck

The Sam Edelman Ari Ballet Flats posed to show the bottoms next to the box on wood

The Sam Edelman Ari Ballet Flats posed by their box on wood

An arial angle of the Sam Edelman Ari Ballet Flats on a wooden background

Reformation Bethany Ballet Flat

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A close-up of Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats being worn on a sidewalk

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The Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats worn on an indoor floring

The Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats from a side angle being worn on tile

A hand lifting the Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats in front of a metal background

A hand lifting the Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats to show the bottoms

A hand holding a Reformation Bethany Ballet Flat in front of its opened box

A close-up of the toe box of the Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats in front of a white background

The Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats worn on a colorful background

A close-up of Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats being worn on a sidewalk

The Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats worn on an indoor floring

The Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats from a side angle being worn on tile

A hand lifting the Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats in front of a metal background

A hand lifting the Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats to show the bottoms

A hand holding a Reformation Bethany Ballet Flat in front of its opened box

A close-up of the toe box of the Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats in front of a white background

The Reformation Bethany Ballet Flats worn on a colorful background

Rothy’s The Square Wrap

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A close-up of a person sitting while wearing the Rothy’s The Square Wrap flats

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Two nakles crossed over a wooden floor while wearing the Rothy’s The Square Wrap

A close-up of a person wearing the Rothy’s The Square Wrap on cement

An arial view of the Rothy’s The Square Wrap flats worn on concrete

A hand holding a Rothy’s The Square Wrap flat to show the bottom

the back of the Rothy’s The Square Wrap flats on wood

The Rothy’s The Square Wrap in their original packaging posed in front of the box on wood

The Rothy’s The Square Wrap flats in their box

The Rothy’s The Square Wrap flats posed on light wood

A close-up of a person sitting while wearing the Rothy’s The Square Wrap flats

Two nakles crossed over a wooden floor while wearing the Rothy’s The Square Wrap

A close-up of a person wearing the Rothy’s The Square Wrap on cement

An arial view of the Rothy’s The Square Wrap flats worn on concrete

A hand holding a Rothy’s The Square Wrap flat to show the bottom

the back of the Rothy’s The Square Wrap flats on wood

The Rothy’s The Square Wrap in their original packaging posed in front of the box on wood

The Rothy’s The Square Wrap flats in their box

The Rothy’s The Square Wrap flats posed on light wood

Feet wearing Vivaia Aria 5° Pointed-toe Water Repellent Ballet Flats on a wet sidewalk

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