Description

The Emily Sneakers are crafted with your comfort in mind. The functional lace-up design ensures a secure and personalized fit, while the padded heel provides extra cushioning and support with every step. Say goodbye to foot discomfort as you move effortlessly throughout your day. Each Aetrex shoe is anatomically designed based on data and learnings from over 50 million global foot scans. This ensures you're getting the best fit for your feet and premium support for your body from the ground up.

SKU: AF104W36

Details
Comfort
  • Adjustability: Laces
  • Removable Insole: Yes
  • Padded heel for extra cushioning
Materials
  • Upper Material: Leather
  • Outsole Material: Lightweight rubber for durability
Measurements
  • Heel Height: 1.72”
Care Instructions
  • For light cleaning, wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth.
  • For deeper cleaning, mix three parts water and one-part mild detergent.
  • Use a clean cloth to gently rub any stains in a circular motion.
  • For stubborn spots or discoloration, apply Leather Shoe Lotion Cleaner
Size Chart

Make sure you are standing, wearing the socks or stockings you will wear with your new shoes. Using one of the following charts, convert your U.S. shoe size to EU.

IN BETWEEN SIZES? Aetrex recommends you size up for footwear and Orthotics

HEEL-TOE MEASUREMENT
WOMEN'S - US
WOMEN'S - EU
MEN'S - US
MEN'S - EU
KIDS - US
7.2" - 7.5" 7.9" 8.2" 8.5" 8.7" 8.8" 8.9" 9.0" 9.2" 9.3" 9.5" 9.7" 9.8" 10.0" 10.2" 10.4" 10.5" 10.7" 10.8" 11.0" 11.2" 11.3" 11.5" 11.7" 11.9" 12.0"
-- -- -- -- 5 5.5 -- 6 6.5 7 7.5 8 8.5 9 9.5 10 10.5 11 11.5 12 -- -- -- -- -- --
-- -- -- -- 35 35 -- 36 36 37 38 38 39 40 40 41 42 42 43 43 -- -- -- -- -- --
-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 7 7.5 8 8.5 9 9.5 10 10.5 11 11.5 12 12.5 13 13.5 14
-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 39 40 41 42 42 43 43 44 45 45 46 47 47 48 48
C12/13 Y1 Y2 Y3 -- -- Y4 -- Y5 -- Y6 -- Y7 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
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Extended Holiday Returns

All items purchased between November 1, 2026 through December 24, 2026 are eligible for returns until January 31, 2027.

When you choose Aetrex, you make the healthy choice. Wear the shoes or Aetrex Orthotics and if you are not completely satisfied, return them to us. If you need detailed step-by-step instructions, please visit our FAQ page for further guidance.

The refund will be processed to the original form of payment and should be reflected in your account within 5 to 7 days from the day of the drop-off.

A return fee of $5.95 will be automatically deducted when processing your return.

Shipping charges from the original order are non-refundable.

Helps With

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    Heel Pain

  • high instep icon

    High Instep

  • plantar fasciitis icon

    Plantar Fasciitis

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Why Customers Love Emily Lace-Up Sneaker - Mint

Overall rating: 3.9375 / 5 from 64 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Emily Lace-Up Sneaker offers a secure and personalized fit with its functional lace-up design. The padded heel provides extra cushioning and support, while the insole features arch support and UltraSKY™ cushioning for comfort. However, some customers found the toe box narrow, leading to blistering, and a few needed a larger size.

Summary topics

  • Aesthetic Appeal (18%): Customers keep praising the look of these sneakers, although some found them too big for their feet.
  • Arch Support (26%): A significant number of customers stated that the shoes have good arch support and are very comfortable.
  • Size Fit (8%): A few customers remarked that they would need a size bigger, but don't like them enough to re-order.
  • Toe Box Comfort (18%): Some customers criticized the narrow toe box, which caused blistering on both sides of their feet.

Review topics: ["fit","feel","material","look","color","feet","comfort","shoes","finish","support","sneakers","arch","pairs","distances","returns"].

Review highlights

  • "My wife just loves this sneakers as always." — Julio C.
  • "I like the look and color of this sneaker." — Christina G.
  • "Comfortable w’ good support." — Meredith L.

Reviews

I love the look of

"I love the look of these shoes and the arch support was awesome with my Aetrex insoles. But the toe box area is extremely narrow, which has caused some discomfort. Worse, after just a month of wear, my toe is wearing a hole in the top part of the shoe, near where the suede starts. This shoe is my normal size (and I wear a lot of Aetrex shoes); this is clearly just a small fit."

— Tara L. (2/5)

Bummer that these aren’t what I expected

"Purchased my first pair of sneakers after falling in love with their sandals. I had to return the Molly’s because they ran small and were uncomfortable. I purchased these hoping that they would be just how they looked: fabulous and they’re absolutely not! I’ve tried them multiple times and finally have had to remove the insole for my left one. I’m going to try this and if it’s not working I’ll just have to donate them. 😣"

— SouthernGirlLB06 (1/5)

Toe box is too narrow

"I wish I've read all these reviews about narrow toe box. Can't return since I wore them outside and tried to give them a few chances. My big toes hurt every time. And my feet are not wide, I always wear medium size and I'm happy with other Aetrex shoes."

— Iya (2/5)

I'm a big fan of

"I'm a big fan of the Aetrex Danika. At first I was comparing these shoes to those and I wasn't sure how comfortable they would be. They are somewhat more narrow, especially through the toe. However, by the second wear I decided I liked them very much. I'm a teacher and am finding that these feel great and also look good with a variety of outfits. I may order another pair."

— Amy R. (5/5)

I wanted to love these so much, but…

"I’ve been looking for a pair of taupe shoes for a while, and was finally able to catch these on sale. I loved the look when I opened the box, but once they were on my feet, it was a different story. The toe box is too pointy and they rub my pinkie toe on both feet. Unfortunately, I will have to send them back. I’ll keep looking for a taupe show and hope I find one."

— Robbin (3/5)

Great shoe, very comfortable; however,

"Great shoe, very comfortable; however, I did return them. My left foot seems to be stretching out a bit, perhaps a bunion is developing that caused some rubbing so my evaluation doesn't cover long term use. Shout out to Aetrex Customer Service, you speak with an actual person, they do a great job. ."

— Nancy D. (5/5)

The material/ fabric of the

"The material/ fabric of the shoe is wrinkle and they do not give me the support I need in the back of the hill."

— Claudia C. (3/5)

Very comfortable

"These shoes are the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned! They work well with my own AFO's as well as the inserts that come with them. The only complaint I have is that the heal part breaks down easily and does not withstand the repeated use of putting the shoe on and off throughout the day. I wish the heal was made of a stronger material."

— Deborah R. (4/5)

I loved my shoes the

"I loved my shoes the second I put them on. I can ware them all day and never get tired feet or soar arches anymore. They are the best shoe for my high instep ever ❣️"

— Sherry H. (5/5)

These are the most comfortable

"These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn! I can wear them all day and be on my feet the whole time with no problem. I bought my first pair a year ago and now I’m buying a second pair because I love them so much! They are comfortable and so cute!"

— Monica G. (5/5)

Q&A

How stiff is the heel counter of the Emily shoe compared to your running shoe model? I like a firm heel counterto prevent pronation.
Hi Jan, The Xspress Runner 2 has a stiffer TPU external heel counter.
Why don't you have different widths?
Hello Audrey, Most Aetrex footwear, like the Renee Sneakers, only come in one width: medium. However, there are a handful which also come in wide, like the Xspress Runner 2. For footwear that come in medium and wide, both width options will be present on the product page for customers to choose from. https://www.aetrex.com/women-xspress2-runner-grey-XS106W.html
How much is the drop of Emily sneaker?
Hello Eve, The heel-to-toe drop of the Emily Lace Up Sneaker measures 20.9mm.