Women can wear men's sneakers. I was looking for new triumphs as I love walking in these shoes. Women's shoes were more expensive than men's shoes, so I decided to give it a try. I wasn't sure if that would work or not because they're built slightly differently, but I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered a size smaller than what I wear in womenswear and they fit perfectly. Nice soft shoe and my knees don't hurt after running like in less soft shoes. These are great shoes if you like good soft sneakers. If you want more support and less cushioning, go for the Saucony Ride.