In our never-ending quest for shoes that hit the sweet spot between cuteness and all-day comfort, we’ve come across our fair share of worthy candidates, from Brooks running shoes to Vionic sandals. But only one shoe has lived up to the hype so well it’s actually known as ‘the perfect travel shoe.’ It all started […]
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In our never-ending quest for shoes that hit the sweet spot between cuteness and all-day comfort, we’ve come across our fair share of worthy candidates, from Brooks running shoes to Vionic sandals. But only one shoe has lived up to the hype so well it’s actually known as ‘the perfect travel shoe.’ It all started when TikToker Meghan Pruitt went viral after wearing her Dr. Scholl’s Time Off Sneakers every single day on a trip across 12 countries and was “walking a ton” with barely any foot pain at all.
You’d think that due to their TikTok fame — the white platform sneakers went viral last year across Instagram and YouTube too — they’d be sold out everywhere, but right now Dr. Scholl’s Time Off Sneakers are in stock in plenty of colors and sizes on Amazon. Oh, and they’re 30 percent off. No wonder they’re Amazon’s number-one best-selling fashion sneakers for women.
Ladies and gentlemen (well, technically these shoes are just for ladies), behold the Dr. Scholl’s Time Off Sneaker, which has pretty much been viral for more than a year in Smooth White (seen here) thanks to its various comfort features — like a 1 1/2-inch platform, an anatomically cushioned insole and built-in stretch — as well as its trendy, go-with-anything look. The TikTok creator who kicked off these viral sensations wore them with every single outfit, after all.
Another TikTok user who has wide feet says they were “shocked, completely shocked” at how well the Time Off Sneaker fit. “The shoe was very comfortable, the toe box was very wide…nothing was rubbing or hurting,” she said after purchasing the shoes for the 2024 travel season. “In the arch area…it was wide enough where I didn’t feel like my foot was going over the insole.”
“Walked thousands of miles in Europe and in Texas, and they’re still holding up as new,” another TikToker declared. ‘Yes they get a little dirty but they’re worth every penny.”
Here’s one of our favorite reviews from an Amazon shopper who loves to travel. “I am the one on any trip with a foot or shoe issue…I’ve never found a shoe that can handle what I put it through without blisters and moleskin. After reading many of these reviews, I literally bought these the night before I left and wore them out of the box to the airport. They were the only shoes I wore our entire trip in Europe. After 120,000+ steps in 6 days of varied weather and no break in time, it would be challenging to find any shoes that deserve this quick of a 5 star rating. In addition to the stellar functionality, they stayed white, easy to clean, and are true to size. Thank you to the reviewers before me as these took a typical negative trip issue completely off the table.”
Plenty of reviewers are comparing these Dr. Scholl’s sneakers to Hokas, which are pretty much synonymous with comfort. But this reviewer took it to the next level. “I was hesitant about ordering these shoes thinking there was no way they were as comfortable as the TikTok girls were saying but HOLY COW!!! They are the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn, even more comfortable than my Hokas,” they wrote.
And there’s more good news: if white sneakers aren’t totally your jam, the Dr. Scholl’s Time Off Platform Sneakers come in colors too, and Amazon has some hues (but not all) like Red Canvas and Toasted Taupe Microfiber in stock and on sale, too. These are also great options if you prefer fabric sneakers over (faux) leather.
Dr. Scholl’s has been on a roll lately, recently dropping an updated version of its iconic clog in collaboration with Free People. Get your hands on the brand of summer — and get ahead of travel season — by picking up your Dr. Scholl’s Time Offs before they fully sell out again!
