Avia Women's Gel Sneaker

I needed new shoes for heavy walking. Good shoes are a top priority since I do a lot of walking and also work on my feet part-time. I had heard good things about AVIA shoes, so I decided to give them a try. Also, I couldn't resist the fun color! I got them in the aqua/purple combo, and they look really good! Now, as to comfort and performance: I tried them on as soon as I got them and could tell they were going to be comfortable and reasonably supportive. Fit is right, they might be a tiny tad large for the size-- but not to the point where you can't wear them. The toebox is nice and wide. The first time I wore them, it was straight out of the box for an hour-long walk outside on surfaces varying from grass to asphalt to sidewalk. They held up great and felt comfortable the whole time. They were lightweight and kept my feet secure. After the walk, my feet and I felt great! The light color makes them better for night walking too (along with a reflective vest and a flashlight!) because it's safer. All in all, I'm impressed with these shoes and hoping they last for many more walks to come.