The 5 Best, Editor-Approved Sneakers to Add to Your Cart During the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

As the number-one most-wanted NB design, the 327 has a more fashion-forward silhouette than the 574. It has a distinctly retro vibe—it’s technically a hybrid of three NB sneaker designs from the ‘70s: the 320, 355 and SuperComp—that’s majorly trendy right now. Did I mention Meghan Markle is also a fan? And at just 11.4 ounces, they are very lightweight, so your feet are less likely to feel tired or heavy at the end of a long day of walking. Reviews suggest these run true to size and are incredibly comfortable, a true win-win.

Executive Editor Dara Katz adores her drawcord kicks from Salomon for their comfort and major cool factor. “Salomon is such a cool brand (even Rihanna sports them). I have these and though I'm not running marathons or training (at anything beyond stroller walks), I love that they're laceless with an corset option.” As one reviewer on Nordstrom writes: “These were made for the girl that’s going to hike a New England trail and then immediately go to a brewery to try to pet stranger dogs. These were made for the NYC girlies adding gorp to complete their brat outfits. These were made for the elderly who struggle to tie their own shoes and are high fall risk. Also men and other gender identities can wear them, but they’re mostly for the girls.”

I bought these sneakers on a whim right before a trip to Dublin last year and they proved to be a phenomenal choice. They’re very comfortable for all-day wear, though if you have wider feet you may want to take the time to wear them in a bit before any particularly walking-heavy days. This mesh version adds texture to give the shoe a more luxurious vibe, and while I went with the classic beige and black combo pictured above, these also come in red, navy and white. P.S. More than a year after buying them, my Notice kicks still look good as new, with little to no signs of wear.

“This may be very Sandra Dee of me,” admits VP of Editorial Content Candace Davison, “but I love a Keds low-top sneaker. They're great with shorts or skirts, and I can walk for miles in them pain-free.” This sleek style has a suede upper for an extra special touch and a matching rubber sole for a cleaner overall look. Reviewers say they check all the boxes—comfortable, stylish and easy to wear straight out of the box.

I knew Dr. Scholl’s shoes are designed with comfort and support always front of mind, but it wasn’t until I received a pair of these easy sneakers that I truly understood just how good my feet could feel. There was zero breaking in required, and I’ve felt super comfortable wearing these cuties on majorly active days with no soreness the following day. The insole has built-in arch support, and the toe box is nice and roomy to prevent squishing as your feet swell throughout the day. And while the bright red hue is definitely a standout option for fall, these kicks also come in classic black or leopard spots.