Best Clarks Shoes for Comfort and Style

For a casual Clarks shoe to wear with jeans, start with the Wallabee in Beeswax Leather. For a simple everyday slip-on, look at the Bradley Step; for a dressier shape, try the Whiddon Step. If you are shopping for sandals, the Maelynn Abby, Laurieann Ivy, and Seannah Step give you three different ways to go.

The right choice depends on what you want to wear it with and how it fits. Here are six pairs to start with, followed by sizing help and a few alternatives.

Which Clarks shoes are worth trying first?

Choose the Wallabee for its moccasin shape and crepe sole, Bradley Step for a casual slip-on, or Whiddon Step for a more understated, dressier look. For women, try Maelynn Abby for a slide, Laurieann Ivy for an adjustable sandal, or Seannah Step for a heeled sandal.

Open the product page to choose your size and confirm the current price for that pair.

Should I choose a Wallabee or a Desert Boot?

Choose the Wallabee if you want a low-cut moccasin shape with a crepe sole. Choose a Desert Boot if you prefer an ankle-height lace-up. Their shapes and fit are different, so use the guide for the model you plan to buy.

The Maple Suede Wallabee gives you a lighter-colored alternative to Beeswax Leather. For ankle-height coverage, compare the women's Desert Boot in Beeswax and women's Desert Boot in Taupe Distressed. Our Wallabee vs Desert Boot comparison explains the shape and styling differences.

Which Clarks shoes work with office clothes?

The Whiddon Step is a good starting point for a plain-front slip-on, while the Monahan Plain gives you a lace-up option. For women, Seannah Step adds height to a sandal outfit, and Zarey Court offers a closed-toe pump shape.

Alongside the Dark Tan Whiddon Step, compare the men's Monahan Plain Oxford and Dresslite Step Loafer in Black Leather. Prefer a boot with trousers? Look at the Shepton Chukka. For a closed-toe women's option, see the Black Zarey Court.

Which Clarks sandals should I choose?

Start with Maelynn Abby for an open-back slide, Laurieann Ivy for an adjustable sandal with a foam footbed, or Seannah Step when you want a heeled sandal. These are different shapes and sole constructions, not three interchangeable versions of the same fit.

The Cream Maelynn Abby works with lighter trousers and dresses. Laurieann Ivy is a flat, adjustable option. Seannah Step has an adjustable buckle and a wedge heel, so it is the dressier choice here. Try the heel height on a clean indoor surface before deciding it suits your day.

Are Cloudsteppers the most comfortable Clarks?

Cloudsteppers is a Clarks range, not a guarantee that every pair will fit you better than another Clarks shoe. Compare the specific shoe's shape, cushioning, fastening, and fit. The Laurieann Ivy and Seannah Step featured here both have Ultimate Comfort cushioning without being Cloudsteppers picks.

If you want softness underfoot, those two are worth trying in the shape you prefer. For a closed shoe, start with Bradley Step or Whiddon Step and check how that exact pair feels on you.

How do I choose the right Clarks size?

Use the size chart for the exact model and the scale shown on its product page. During an indoor try-on, check that your toes have room, the forefoot is not squeezed, and the heel feels secure as you walk. A slip-on also needs to hold comfortably across the instep because there are no laces to tighten.

Start with the Clarks sizing guide. Use the dedicated Wallabee sizing guide or Desert Boot sizing guide for those shapes rather than carrying one model's size advice across the whole brand. For an adjustable sandal, set the straps to your foot before judging the fit.

What if I need shoes for heel pain or a long shift?

Choose by the demands of your day and the fit of the shoe. For heel pain, a long shift, or a prescribed insert, check the exact model's support, sole, and fit requirements. These Clarks picks are not a promise of pain relief or a substitute for a workplace-required safety shoe.

Our plantar-fasciitis shoe guide covers fit considerations. For other shapes, compare our Dansko clog picks and Birkenstock sandals.

Once you have found a pair, use our Clarks cleaning guide for care that matches its leather or suede upper.

Product references: Clarks' Beeswax Wallabee and Laurieann Ivy specifications. Prices and available choices are shown on our linked product pages.

Find your next Clarks pair

Feet Heart is an authorized Clarks retailer. You can also try shoes at Feet World in Culver City or Arcadia. For help choosing a size, call (310) 398-7497.

Try your pair indoors and keep it unworn and in its original condition. The return window is 30 days after delivery. Free return shipping applies to full-price items only. Sale items are final. See the return policy for details.

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Pick the Beeswax Wallabee for casual wear, the Whiddon Step for a dressier slip-on, or the Laurieann Ivy for an adjustable sandal.