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Giada DeLaurentiis wore these chic, comfy sneakers while walking around Rome
Traveling with a comfy pair of sneakers is the key!
There are fashionable shoes, and then there are travel shoes — they don't always overlap. That's because when you're visiting a destination other than you're home base, you're likely to priorize comfort over style to accommodate your increased step count. If you're going to be exploring the streets, seeing the sights and dining at restaurants, you want a good walking shoe. And this summer, Giada DeLaurentiis wore the perfect combination of cute and comfy kicks on a trip back to Italy. While posing in front of The Spanish Steps in Rome in an Instagram post, the stylish chef wore New Balance 327s paired with a ribbed midi dress, sun hat and cotton button down blouse tied around her waist.
The shoes come in a wide range of colors, but you can copy DeLaurentiis and stick with a light, neutral color that goes with anything.
While we're tempted to copy the whole understated look, it's her shoes that have us most intrigued. Choosing the right shoes for a vacation can make all the difference. As a chef who spends long hours on her feet, we trust that DeLaurentiis knows the importance of comfortable footwear.
The New Balance 327 sneakers are the types of shoes you can wear on a tour, then out for lunch and if you're on the go, straight out to dinner. They have a flared midsole that provides ample stability and a lugged outsole, inspired by the brand's iconic, vintage 355 trail shoes. That sole gives the shoes stability and traction. While they don't offer much arch support or have a memory foam insole, they're still incredibly comfortable. And that's probably why shoppers have been buying them since the 1970s.
Yes, the New Balance 327s actually launched in the '70s as a running shoe. Of course, it's gotten a few updates over the decades, including a rework of the brand's 'N' branding and wedge silhouette (amongst a few other things), but the style stands the test of time.
Shoppers rave about them in the reviews too. At Dick's Sporting Goods, where you can get them in 10 colors online, over 2,800 of shoppers give them a collective 4.7 out of 5 stars.
"As someone who has 'foot issues,' I need shoes that are comfortable and supportive, but they are often not that great looking. From the moment these arrived I have worn them most days for hours at a time. They are so comfortable and look great," said one happy customer.
"These shoes are so comfortable and look great!" shared another. "I love the retro look. I wore them the first day and they fit like a glove. No having to break them in."
"The most comfortable sneakers I have ever owned. They fit true to size, and I use them for walking, running errands and traveling!" said a fan. "And I always get compliments on them."
Whether you're going to Italy or just going down the street with your dog, the classic New Balance 327s are a solid shoe that melds fashion with function. Pair them with a dress like DeLaurentiis, jeans, leggings and more.
Prefer a darker color? Snag the sneaker in black with white accents instead.
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
