
A Walk in My Commuter Shoes: Rothy’s Sneaker Review
Now that I started working in New York City, comfy shoes are a must. I consistently heard great things about about Rothy’s sneakers at trade shoes. Thankfully I listened to all of the good chatter because these are great commuter shoes.
Before I start this post, I need to give a big shout out to Sabrina’s Rothy’s review that helped me decide whether or not to get a pair. She is such a talented, sustainable fashion blogger. If you don’t read her content already, now is the day to start!

A Little Background
Rothy’s started their business in 2012 and have grown exponentially. All their shoes are made out of recycled, single-use plastic bottles. The shoes are available in four different styles: the flat, point, loafer, and sneaker. I ended up getting Rothy’s Sneaker because I figured they were 1. very similar to the Steve Madden pair I wanted to replace and 2. looked super comfy.
They’re Beyond Comfy
Since I’ve been in the city this month, I’ve walked over a hundred miles. Mind you not all those miles were in my Rothy’s but that’s a whole lot of miles! The shoes feel great on your foot right out of the box. I didn’t have to break in the heel at all and they have enough of a platform where your feet don’t hurt after walking a few miles. When I first started wearing them, my pinky toes did feel a little crushed. After wearing them for about a month, I don’t have that problem anymore. As much as I love my Rothy’s, the comfiest pair of shoes are still my allbirds.
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Washable – Say Good-Bye to Stinky Feet
Okay, this is definitely TMI but Steve Madden makes a shoe that is a very similar style with fake leather. I love those shoes to death (even though they’re not sustainable what-so-ever) and I wore them to the dirt. The back logos ripped out, the soles wore out, and they smelt horribly. Since they weren’t breathable it felt like your feet were wrapped in plastic wrap every time it was hot. Thankfully, the Rothy’s are a close comparison in style, breathable, and washable. So say good-bye to those stinky feet!
They Go With Everything
Jeans, dresses, skirts – you name it, they go with it. I was really looking for a shoe that I could wear on my commute and get away with wearing at work. Many people in the city have a commuting pair of shoes and switch once they’re at work. You could definitely do that with Rothy’s or you could just wear them straight throughout the day.
Something to Consider…
I do need to point out that the Rothy’s I purchased were supposed to be black but they’re actually a blue-black. Depending on what lighting I am in they can look blue and sometimes they can look black. I believe it’s because of the different plastics they use but that’s just my educated guess. If you’re someone who is very particular about colors, this is definitely something to take note on.

Would I Buy Another Pair?
Absolutely. Since they are beyond comfortable and go with so many different outfits, I would definitely think about getting a pair in a different color. Personally, I love the Rothy’s Sneakers in camo and I’ve been looking at these black, pointed flats.
Other Posts You May Like:
- Roma Boot Review: A Walk in my Puddle
- Nisolo Review: a Walk in my Trade Show Shoes
- A Day in my Shoes: Thursday Uptown Boot Review
What are your favorite shoes to wear to work or to commute in? Let me know in the comments down below.
As always,


19 Comments
Michelle
Was going to ask if you like your allbirds better but you answered it
PeculiarPorter
The Allbirds are definitely better for traveling and running around. The Rothy’s can definitely be worn for that as well but I typically wear them for commuting. Plus they’re a better alternative when you don’t want to dress down an outfit too much! 😊
Ashley
LOVE that these are washable- so key for a summertime shoe you’re wearing all the time!
-Ashley
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PeculiarPorter
I couldn’t agree more! Plus, they dry so quickly so it’s a win-win!
Maffsnotebook
They really look super comfy and love that they go with anything you wear! Definitely a must-have!
PeculiarPorter
Thank you so much! 😊
jenniferpickering22gmailcom
Those sneakers are so cute!!
Jennifer
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PeculiarPorter
Thank you so much!😊
Sophie
I’ve been eyeing Rothy’s since I saw them on Cup of Jo. Your review has sold me on the shoes.
PeculiarPorter
Ahhh! I am so happy to hear that! They’re so comfy plus the fact that you can wash them totally had me sold!
Anastasia🐝 (@natbeestravels)
They go with everything and they look so comfy too!
xo
Anastasia
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PeculiarPorter
Yes! I love that I can wear them on my commute with any outfit and if I want to switch shoes I have the option (most of the time I continue wearing them because they look so cute)!
Jessica
They look so comfy. Love the minimalist style, really versatile.
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
PeculiarPorter
Thank you so much! I love how comfy they are! 😊
karasclosetblog
These sneakers sound great! It’s so important to have comfortable shoes, especially if you do a lot of walking. I love that you can wash them and they look so good with all of the outfits you shared! I’m definitely going to have to look into getting myself a pair. Thank you for sharing your opinion on them!
x Kara | http://karascloset.net
PeculiarPorter
Thank you so much, Kara! I washed them this weekend it was so easy! I expected them to take a few days to dry but they were good to go after one night!
Atsuna Matsui
Your Rothys Sneakers definitely look very comfortable! The older I get, I definitely opt for comfortable shoes whenever I can cause the skin of my feet are so sensitive. I’ll definitely have to check out this brand as well for some more comfy shoes. 🙂
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PeculiarPorter
I hope you do! They’ve been a lifesaver during my daily commute into the city! 😊
machinshinn
Those shoes match your dress well. Great outfit!