22-03-2025
Kyle Richards says these thick-soled shoes are 'literally like walking on a cloud'
It's hard to believe Kyle Richards ever wears anything on her famous feet other than a pair of pointy heels. After all, the 56-year-old actress, socialite and TV personality is one of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills — she's known for her classy, expensive-looking style! And for the most part, that's probably not far from the truth, but lately, our favorite RHOBH is kicking around in something a little more casual and a lot more comfy: the Hey Dude Austin Lift Classics.
Even the ultra-glamorous have to doff their heels every once in a while, and Richards is a guiding light in that department. She shared on her Amazon Livestream that she did "something" while she was running that left her with a limp. She needed something easy on her feet and snatched up the Austin Lift Classics for the job.
"They're literally like walking on a cloud," she gushed. "They're so comfortable, I don't even feel like I have shoes on."
These backless slip-ons are just right now that the weather is getting warmer. No more having to lace up those boots — now you can slip on something a lot more comfortable. This is great if you have to run out to the store, but what makes these extra special are the thick soles for padding around the house. In addition, the upper is made with faux suede, which means you can safely throw them in the wash when they get smudged.
Hey Dude shoes are a favorite among Amazon shoppers, too.
"My favorite shoes!" gushed one reviewer. "If I could give 10 stars, I would. One of my fav shoes I own. I'm going to be purchasing a second black pair as well. Feels like I'm walking on a cloud! So comfortable and fits my foot perfectly. They don't slide or make me walk funny like other slip-on shoes do. It's no different than wearing a pair of very supportive sneakers. Hey Dudes are worth the hype and these are very aesthetically pleasing! I love the platforms."
"Best shoes ever!" another fan raved. "I have very bad feet and the functionality and comfort this shoe provides don't make my feet hurt at all! I have pronated/flat feet and need a wide shoe because I have bunions as a result of my flat feet. There is no rubbing on the bunions and zero foot pain after wearing these for hours. If you do feel they are tight on your feet for any reason you can remove the insole to give you more space. This is definitely a great elevated shoe to add to your wardrobe! Another important detail is that right out of the box it is a flexible shoe, not stiff at all. They are also very lightweight though they look like they would be a heavier shoe."
A final fan wrote: "Make sure you do the video measurements because they do run differently. I had to get a bigger size and I always wear the same size."
Want a similar shoe with a back? The Wendy Hex is another one of Kyle's recommendations.
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
