Anyone that knows me, knows that I have a little obsession with my favorite ballet flats, Tieks. Even though I wear them almost daily, there are times when I need to wear something else besides flats.

I’ve had a love-hate relationship with sneakers my whole life. While sneakers are necessary for more athletic situations, for me they are so restrictive. I can almost never find a pair that are truly comfortable. I’ve tried just about every brand and/or style with not much luck. I do have a couple pairs of sneakers that I’m able to wear short term, but I can’t wear them for long periods of time without discomfort. I’m flat footed, so spending more than an hour or two in most sneakers makes my feet ache and hurt.

I recently discovered a different type of shoe that is part sneaker, part ballet flat! When I first saw Lissom Flytes I was excited because, they looked like they could be the answer to my sneaker problems! After following Lissom on Instagram for several months and reading everything about them, I decided I was ready to try out a pair. The company generously offered me a discount to review them and I’m so glad I did.

I decided on a blush pair for myself and got a black pair for my yoga loving momma. I wanted to try out their bamboo sock liners too so I grabbed a pair of those.

So what’s the verdict? Lissom Flytes are amazing! They are unlike anything I’ve ever put on my feet before. Seriously!! They are super light, extremely flexible and incredibly comfortable!! I have tested Flytes working out, for casual daily wear and have even worn them all day at Disney with no issues. I can wear them both with and without socks. On hotter days when I’m wearing them for longer periods of time (like at Disney or working out), I do opt to wear them with the bamboo sock liners to cut down on sweaty feet stink.

Lissom Flytes totally mold to your feet and become like a second skin. It is amazing to have found another shoe, aside from Tieks, that I can wear all day that not only doesn’t cause me foot pain, but is super comfy and stylish! I wear an 8.5/9 in shoes and have a wide, flat foot. I tried the 8.5 in Flytes, which was a perfect fit for me. My mom is between an 8/8.5 and has a more narrow foot. She went with an 8, which was perfect for her.

What’s the secret to these amazing shoes? According to Lissom’s website, Flytes are the perfect marriage between flats and sneakers. Most sneakers over-support the foot, which is counter-productive. Lissom Flytes have the perfect amount of support and cushion, allowing your foot to function in a natural way. The unstructured design enables you to move more freely and wholly in line with the natural movement of your feet. Check out their FAQs page where they answer all kinds of foot related questions.

Lissom Flytes are vegan and made of a several stretchy layers of lycra and other synthetic materials usually found in performance apparel. This fabric is very breathable and the shoe is machine washable, although I usually just spot clean mine. The insoles are removable so they can be taken out and washed as well, so no stinky feet issues! Lol! See their website for complete care instructions.

The best part is, Lissom offers a 30 day money back guarantee. They are so confident you’ll love your Flytes that after 30 days, if you’re not happy with them, they will accept the shoes back in worn condition for a full refund! Honestly, I don’t think you’ll want to return them, but it’s nice to have the option if they just aren’t for you. They also offer free shipping on all USA orders!

While Tieks are my first love and I’m not trying to replace them, I think Lissom Flytes have a different feel and purpose that can happily sit alongside my beloved Tieks. I am ecstatic to have found another shoe as comfy as Tieks and I think you’ll love them too. I’m already ready for another pair!