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Women's Size 8.5 Running Shoes

Browse women's size 8.5 running shoes to find a pair that fits your preferences. Compare the available styles, and check each pair’s sizing guidance and intended running use to help narrow your choices.

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Women's HOKA Gaviota 6 Running Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Gaviota 6 Running Shoes
A blue running shoe with exceptional cushioning, enhanced support, breathable mesh, and an abrasion-resistant rubber outsole.
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$175 $175
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$175 $175
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Women's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Challenger 8 Trail Shoes
A blue trail running shoe with high cushioning, 4mm lugs, recycled mesh upper, and reflective details.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Women's On Cloudrunner 3 Running Shoes
On Women's On Cloudrunner 3 Running Shoes
A white running shoe with breathable mesh, plush cushioning, reflective details, and supportive rubber traction.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Women's New Balance 990V6 Running Shoes
New Balance Women's New Balance 990V6 Running Shoes
A multicolor leather-and-mesh running-inspired sneaker with cushioned support, stability, and a durable rubber outsole.
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$199.95 $199.95
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$199.95 $199.95
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Women's HOKA Bondi 9 Running Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Bondi 9 Running Shoes
A white running shoe with recycled-polyester mesh, plush EVA cushioning, reflective details, and durable rubber outsole.
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$174.95 $174.95
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$174.95 $174.95
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Women's HOKA Transport 2 Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Transport 2 Shoes
A white polyester athleisure shoe with city-to-trail versatility, recycled materials, responsive cushioning, and 360-degree reflectivity.
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$155 $155
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$155 $155
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Women's HOKA Solimar 2 Running Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Solimar 2 Running Shoes
A white running shoe with breathable mesh, cushioned EVA foam, and durable rubber traction pods.
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$125 $125
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$125 $125
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Women's New Balance 327 Running Shoes
New Balance Women's New Balance 327 Running Shoes
Women's running shoes in white suede leather and nylon, featuring oversized branding, cushioned EVA midsoles, and lugged outsoles.
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$99.99 $99.99
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$99.99 $99.99
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Women's On Cloudmonster 3 Running Shoes
On Women's On Cloudmonster 3 Running Shoes
A white running shoe with engineered mesh, triple-layer cushioning, responsive Speedboard®, and durable rubber outsole.
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$190 $190
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$190 $190
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Women's On Cloudvista Trail Running Shoes
On Women's On Cloudvista Trail Running Shoes
A green trail-running shoe with lightweight mesh, Helion foam cushioning, and sticky rubber traction.
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$160 $160
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$160 $160
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Women's HOKA Clifton 11 Running Shoes
HOKA Women's HOKA Clifton 11 Running Shoes
A pink running shoe with lightweight cushioning, breathable mesh, reflective details, and a smooth, secure ride.
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$155 $155
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$155 $155
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Women's Elevation Trail Shoes, Waterproof
L.L.Bean Women's Elevation Trail Shoes, Waterproof
A green waterproof trail shoe with recycled mesh, rock plate protection and grippy rubber traction.
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$130 $130
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$130 $130
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Women's On Cloudvista 3 Trail Running Shoes
On Women's On Cloudvista 3 Trail Running Shoes
White trail running shoes with Helion™ cushioning, Missiongrip™ traction, breathable uppers and responsive Speedboard® rebound.
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$160 $160
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$160 $160
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Women's On Cloud 6 Shoes
On Women's On Cloud 6 Shoes
A tan lifestyle sneaker with recycled-polyester mesh, cushioned Zero-Gravity foam, supportive Speedboard®, and durable rubber outsole.
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$150 $150
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$150 $150
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Women's Bean's Comfort Fitness Walking Shoes, Waterproof
L.L.Bean Women's Bean's Comfort Fitness Walking Shoes, Waterproof
A waterproof gray walking shoe with breathable mesh, cushioned support, and grippy rubber traction.
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$120 $84.99
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What customers like:
Supportive
Waterproof
Versatile
Comfortable
Well made
$120 $84.99
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Women's New Balance 574V3 Walking Shoes
New Balance Women's New Balance 574V3 Walking Shoes
A blue walking shoe with breathable suede-and-mesh uppers, ENCAP® cushioning, removable insoles, and durable rubber outsoles.
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$89.99 $89.99
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$89.99 $89.99
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Women's 1985 Mountain Classic Sneakers
L.L.Bean Women's 1985 Mountain Classic Sneakers
A tan sneaker with water-resistant suede, recycled mesh, cushioned midsole, and grippy rubber traction.
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$110 $64.99
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$110 $64.99
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Women's Double L Sneakers, Lace Up
L.L.Bean Women's Double L Sneakers, Lace Up
A black leather sneaker with a cushioned insole, supportive rubber cupsole and mini-lug outsole for traction.
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$99 $49.99
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$99 $49.99
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Women's Size 8.5 Running Shoes

Finding a pair you look forward to wearing starts with the details that matter to you. This selection of Women's Size 8.5 Running Shoes brings your search into focus, giving you a place to compare styles in a familiar size. Whether running is a long-standing part of your week or something you’re beginning to make time for, choosing shoes is a personal decision. You might prefer an understated look that feels familiar or a brighter color that brings a little extra enjoyment to getting ready. Picture the pair waiting by the door beside your running clothes, ready for that welcome break in a busy day. Appearance has its place in the decision, but the size and fit information for each pair deserves just as much attention.

A size 8.5 is a useful starting point, not a promise that every style will fit the same way. Check each pair’s size chart and any fit notes before choosing, especially if you’re replacing a favorite that you’ve worn for years. Comparing the listed measurements with your own can be more helpful than relying on the number alone. Width matters, too: look closely at the available options rather than assuming that a longer size will address a width concern. When trying shoes on, wear the socks you normally run in and take time to notice how each shoe feels around your toes, across your foot and at your heel. A few unhurried minutes can help you recognize a fit that feels right—or one that calls for another option. If you’re comparing several pairs, keeping those same checks in mind makes the choice less complicated.

Women’s running shoes in size 8.5 can also be a thoughtful gift for someone who enjoys making running part of her day, whether that means a quiet morning on her own or a regular meetup with a friend. Before selecting a pair, confirm both her current size and preferred width; a well-loved pair can offer a useful reference, though sizing may differ between styles. Her favorite colors and the details she already looks for are better clues than choosing solely by appearance. Check the return and exchange policy as well, so she has room to decide after trying them on. For yourself or someone you know well, the most thoughtful choice begins with personal preferences and a careful look at the individual shoe’s details.

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