Travelers Are Wearing These Comfy, $43 Platform Sneakers Everywhere-and They Look Just Like the Pricey Version

"When you see parallel stripes running down the sides of a sneaker, you know it's a good shoe. It's an Adidas shoe-or it's a lookalike that's half the price and doctor-recommended. Perhaps better known for its Birkenstock-inspired clogs and cork sandals, Project Cloud makes a platform court sneaker akin to the much-adored Adidas Bravada 2.0, and even brand loyalists have developed a soft spot for it."

"It's part of Project Cloud's special Arch Support collection that's earned the approval of podiatrists and thousands of customers. Shoes in this collection feature the brand's proprietary ProjectPlush support system, which is basically just a footbed that contours to the natural curvature of the feet, helping to distribute weight evenly and alleviate pressure points that could lead to soreness, calluses, and blisters."

Project Cloud's Nita platform sneaker mirrors classic court styling while offering functional supports like dual-layer memory foam and stabilizing heel counters. The sneaker lifts about two inches and starts at $43. It belongs to the Arch Support collection and uses the proprietary ProjectPlush footbed that contours to the natural curvature of the feet, distributes weight evenly, and relieves pressure points that cause soreness, calluses, and blisters. Podiatrists have approved the collection and thousands of customers have endorsed its comfort. Reviewers report sustained comfort after long walks — including 45 miles over five days and daily six- to seven-mile wear — and recommend the shoe for wide feet and plantar fasciitis.

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