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The Most Comfortable Shoes for Women, From Cushioned Road-Running Sneakers to Orthopedic Mary Janes

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. To this day, truly comfortable shoes for women are harder to come by than you think. While many designer labels pride themselves on the excellence of their craftsmanship, more often than not, they end up skimping on true orthopedic comfort in favor of chic, trend-aware looks. But female customers are finally starting to demand more from their sneakers, flats, sandals, and boots when it comes to wearability, so our editors have looked far and wide to round up the eight best women’s comfort shoes spanning those exact categories. Oftentimes, comfort means responsive cushioning that won’t burden you as you’re working towards a step goal, or else a targeted stability system for redistributing the weight of your feet to get them into proper alignment. The most comfortable walking shoes, office shoes, or everyday shoes can als...
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Rooney and Kate Mara Do Sister Styling in Black and White at the 2026 Venice Film Festival

Rooney Mara and Kate Mara took sister styling in a black and white direction with designs by Stella McCartney, McQueen and Armani Privé for the 2026 Venice Film Festival on Thursday. Rooney Mara Michael Buckner Rooney Mara kicked off her film festival style stint in a white ensemble from Stella McCartney’s spring 2026 ready-to-wear collection, which she wore to the “Bucking Fastard” cast photo call. The look came complete with a flowing white halter top and a coordinated skirt with a high-low hem. Rooney completed her look with a pair of peep-toe mules by Giuseppe Zanotti. As for Rooney’s older sister, Kate Mara wore a design from McQueen’s fall 2026 ready-to-wear collection. The dress, featuring a turtleneck and designed with black and white botanical inspiration, included a slight high-low hem at the skirt. ...

Claire Foy Gets Fired Up for the 2026 Venice Film Festival in Monochrome Bottega Veneta

Claire Foy arrived to the 2026 Venice Film Festival red carpet in head-to-toe Bottega Veneta for the premiere of her film “Ink” and the festival’s opening ceremony on Wednesday. Claire Foy Corbis via Getty Images “The Crown” Emmy Award-winning actress wore a satin red dress with an A-line and sleeveless silhouette with a scooped neckline. The waist of the dress was defined with knotted fabric at the center and some fabric ruching. A vented back created some movement for the skirt. Foy’s dress was paired with a set of leather opera gloves that, while creating a material juxtaposition, also added a modern edgy element to the look. As for footwear, a set of platform heels by Christian Louboutin added an extra dose of height. Claire Foy Getty Images ...

Sabrina Dhowre Elba Goes Casual Chic in Chanel’s Métiers d’Art Collection in London

Sabrina Dhowre Elba opted for one of Matthieu Blazy’s Métiers d’Art 2026 looks for the 70th BFI London Film Festival launch at BFI Southbank in London on Wednesday. Sabrina Elba Getty Images for BFI The S’Able Labs cofounder‘s choice for the evening was from a curation with a general bent toward the pre-fall season, which debuted in New York City in December 2025. The ensemble was simple, and offered a comfy, casual iteration on the ubiquitous quiet luxury aesthetic. Elba, who is married to actor and S’Able Labs cofounder Idris Elba, wore a long-sleeve black knit top with a rounded neckline, which coordinated with a set of slouchy trousers in the same colorway. The mostly monochrome ensemble was paired with a set of black ballet flats, incorporating a Y2K vibe to the pared back attire. Chan...

The Best Labor Day Sales on Luxury Pillows for Every Type of Sleeper, Tested & Reviewed

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Better sleep: We’re all in constant pursuit of it, so you’ve probably spent a decent amount of time researching the best luxury bedding, silk pillowcases, mattresses, and duvet covers — in hopes of maximizing shut-eye and waking up to a better, brighter version of yourself. But while many of us swap out our sheets with new, popular finds as often as we update our seasonal style, pillows are a vital element that tends to be overlooked. With Labor Day sales now underway, we’re here to change the narrative and help you find a luxury pillow that delivers the right combination of plush comfort and supportive cushioning… for less. Curating a good night’s sleep, after all, should begin at the place you rest your head. Can’t remember the last time you replaced your pillow? Think of your upcoming purcha...

Celine Dion Continues Her Paris Style Streak With Loewe

Celine Dion’s style streak in Paris got the Spanish luxury treatment. The singer stepped out on Tuesday sporting a playful, contemporary take on the little black dress by Loewe. The “It’s All Coming Back to Me Now” singer wore a look from creative directors Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez’s fall 2026 ready-to-wear collection. The black dress was crafted in a leathery fabric, with a shift bodice and sinuous, elevated neckline. Celine Dion GC Images A drop waist gave way to textural differentiation, with a severe asymmetric angle that was cut with voluminous, soft, yarn-like fabric. A short train trailed the Grammy Award-winning artist on the pavement. Dion also wore the Comic black pumps from Loewe and carried the Flamenco clutch. Dion’s look made its runway debut last March as part of Paris Fashion Week. Turning to artist Cos...

From Brooks to Nike to Adidas, We’ve Identified the Best Road-Running Shoes of 2026

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Simply put, road running involves running on paved surfaces like streets, sidewalks, and roads, typically over long distances ranging from a 5K to a full marathon. If you’re a runner, you’re likely practicing in just those types of settings (with the alternative being trail running), which means you need a sneaker that can complement your pace, stride, and unique foot geometry — helping you rack up those miles with some PR wins along the way. Honing in on the best road-running shoes is no small task, seeing as how the most popular running brands of today’s day are largely specializing in this category. That being said, we’re no strangers to the space, having tested everything from cross-training shoes to running shoes for flat feet, and can point you to an ideal pair that will only make your performan...