{"id":2824,"date":"2019-06-16T11:26:13","date_gmt":"2019-06-16T11:26:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/?p=2824"},"modified":"2026-04-14T08:11:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T15:11:21","slug":"ballet-flats-with-support","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/ballet-flats-with-support\/","title":{"rendered":"Ballet Flats with Arch Support"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Flats versus heels: there\u2019s no question as to which is better for your feet. Or is there? A common myth is that flats are better for your feet than heels and universally more comfortable. But the truth is, without proper arch support and shock absorption, the comfortable shoe of flats can be just as harmful as high heels.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re shopping around for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/women\/wear-to-work.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">work shoes for women<\/a> or simply looking for a new pair of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/women\/flats.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">comfortable flats<\/a>, find out what to prioritize when you\u2019re buying a new pair of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/women\/flats\/ballet-flats.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">women\u2019s flats with arch support<\/span><\/a>. Read on for our top tips on how to find comfy flats that are both supportive and stylish.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>How to Find the Best Flats With Arch Support<\/h2>\n<p>The most common injury that can occur from wearing thin flats is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/aches-and-pains\/heel-pain\">heel pain<\/a> associated with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/aches-and-pains\/plantar-fasciitis\">plantar fasciitis<\/a>. In fact, NYC-based podiatrist and Vionic Innovation Lab expert <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/vionic-innovation-lab\/dr-jackie-sutera\">Dr. Jackie Sutera<\/a> advises those suffering from plantar fasciitis pain to \u201cavoid \u2018bad shoes,\u2019\u201d citing \u201cthin ballerina flats\u201d as one of the culprits. In addition to heel pain, Dr. Sutera explains, \u201cThere is a fat pad under the forefoot that starts to atrophy naturally over time, due to age and changes throughout a woman&#8217;s life. Additionally, there&#8217;s the wear-and-tear that happens specifically due to the overuse of improper footwear (high heels, flat flip flops, unsupportive ballet flats and even walking barefoot). The natural tissue cushioning under your metatarsals becomes thinner, resulting in pain.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/women\/flats.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4754 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Vionic-Blog-CTAs-Flats.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"998\" height=\"234\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Vionic-Blog-CTAs-Flats.jpg 998w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Vionic-Blog-CTAs-Flats-300x70.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Vionic-Blog-CTAs-Flats-768x180.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 998px) 100vw, 998px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what to look for in your next pair of women\u2019s toe flats to help combat issues like plantar fasciitis:<\/p>\n<p>1. A biomechanically contoured footbed that hugs your arches for all-day\u00a0support.<br \/>\n2. A firm yet flexible midsole that helps with balance and stability.<br \/>\n3. A deep heel cup for further stability and natural alignment from the ground up.<br \/>\n4. A roomy toe box in which you can comfortably wiggle your toes without them feeling crunched.<\/p>\n<p>Check out our top picks for comfortable ballet flats with support:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/vionic-caballo-flat-with-orthotic-insert.jpg\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5652 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS17894_SAVANNAH-SUEDE_ROSE__PRI-lpr-1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Vionic shoes savannah flat\" width=\"465\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS17894_SAVANNAH-SUEDE_ROSE__PRI-lpr-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS17894_SAVANNAH-SUEDE_ROSE__PRI-lpr-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS17894_SAVANNAH-SUEDE_ROSE__PRI-lpr-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS17894_SAVANNAH-SUEDE_ROSE__PRI-lpr-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS17894_SAVANNAH-SUEDE_ROSE__PRI-lpr-1.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 465px) 100vw, 465px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Savannah Flat<br \/>\n<\/a>Finally! A pointed-toe pair of work shoes that is both stylish and comfortable. Through thoughtful design and rigorous product testing, we\u2019ve created a supportive pair of flats that does not compress the toes any more than our other rounded flats. Plus, this stylish shoe also comes in wide widths!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5651 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS18171_DESIREE_NDE_PRI-lpr-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Vionic shoes desiree quilted flat\" width=\"465\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS18171_DESIREE_NDE_PRI-lpr-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS18171_DESIREE_NDE_PRI-lpr-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS18171_DESIREE_NDE_PRI-lpr-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS18171_DESIREE_NDE_PRI-lpr-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS18171_DESIREE_NDE_PRI-lpr.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 465px) 100vw, 465px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Desiree Quilted Flat<br \/>\n<\/a>Rounded toe flats have a classic shape that transcends seasons. We\u2019ve added our quilted print to this brand new style. This comfortable flat comes in three different neutral colors that can be worn with just about any outfit. Find the Desiree in black, navy blue, and beige leather. If you\u2019re looking for super cute ballet flats in wide widths, you\u2019re in luck! Our collection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/women\/wide-widths.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">wide width shoes<\/a> carries plenty of fashionable ballet flat styles.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5653 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS17119_CAROLL-METALLIC_RSGLD_PRI-lpr-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"vionic shoes caroll ballet flat\" width=\"465\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS17119_CAROLL-METALLIC_RSGLD_PRI-lpr-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS17119_CAROLL-METALLIC_RSGLD_PRI-lpr-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS17119_CAROLL-METALLIC_RSGLD_PRI-lpr-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS17119_CAROLL-METALLIC_RSGLD_PRI-lpr-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/RS17119_CAROLL-METALLIC_RSGLD_PRI-lpr.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 465px) 100vw, 465px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Caroll Ballet Flat<br \/>\n<\/a>Even if the sun\u2019s not shining, you can brighten your day with our metallic colored Caroll Ballet Flat. Plus, these are shoes approved by the American Podiatric Medical Association. Now you can have all-day comfort no matter where you\u2019re walking with these cushioned insole ballet flats with arch support. Say goodbye to foot pain with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/apma\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">podiatrist recommended shoes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for the best flats for arch support, look no further. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/vio-motion-support\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Vio-Motion Support<\/a> technology ensures that every pair of shoes you buy has three-zone comfort in stability, arch support, and cushioning. Find stylish flats with great arch support, superior cushioning, and durable stability today. To find more orthotic styles, check out our collection of men&#8217;s and women&#8217;s shoes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><a class=\"more-link\" id=\"excerpt\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/ballet-flats-with-support\/\">Read More &gt;<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_relevanssi_hide_post":"","_relevanssi_hide_content":"","_relevanssi_pin_for_all":"","_relevanssi_pin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_unpin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_include_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_exclude_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_no_append":"","_relevanssi_related_not_related":"","_relevanssi_related_posts":"","_relevanssi_noindex_reason":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[284],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2824","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-style","dwtl normal"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2824","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2824"}],"version-history":[{"count":26,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2824\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13487,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2824\/revisions\/13487"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2824"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2824"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2824"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}