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Born Val SKU #7497180(View on Zappos.com Classic)
Product Information:
- A warm-weather essential, the 'Val' slide perfectly completes any casual wardrobe.
- Full-grain leather upper with embossed logo offers a clean appearance.
- Leather lining helps wick away moisture to keep your feet dry and fresh.
- Steel shank provides increased midfoot support and lateral stability.
- Lightweight polyurethane outsole ensures durability and traction.
- Opanka hand-sewn construction creates flexibility and long-lasting wear.
- 7.00 oz.
- Product measurements were taken using size 7. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
- Questions? Please call 888-927-7670 to speak to one of our Comfort consultants!
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- 79% "Felt true to size"
- 85% "Felt true to width"
- 75% "Excellent arch support"
Recent Customer Reviews - 29 Reviews Total
Posted: Aug 8, 2009
Reviewer: Sue C from Frankfort IL
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Sandals are my very favorite foot attire. And I hate it when winter comes and I have to put them away. I just purchased my third pair of this Born sandal (of course I have several other styles of Born). They are my "go to" shoes. I wear one of the pairs every day. If they ever stop making this style, I will have to go barefoot.
Posted: Aug 7, 2009
Reviewer: Kim K from Atlanta
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Excellent shoe - Very comfortable with no break in time. Have ordered in three colors. Can dress up or wear casual. True to size and looks very good on. Excellent service from Zappos. Quick delivery. Can't go wrong shopping at Zappos.
Posted: Aug 2, 2009
Reviewer: from Chicago
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I love these shoes! Every time I went to buy them at a retail store, they never had the blue ones in my size. Why didn't I come to Zappos first? It doesn't matter, because that's where I got them, and on sale no less! The quality of this Born shoe is top notch, as usual. Would recommend them to anyone. The only down side is the stitching right where your arch is, makes it a bit uncomfortable after walking for some time. But other than that, they're great!
Posted: Jul 19, 2009
Reviewer: Jennifer from Littleton
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\r\nI ordered the Fire shoes in size 7. This shoe runs big compared to other Borns shoes I own. The leather is stiff and the shoes hurt the top of my feet when I walk. If the top was not so wide it would probably be pretty comfortable.
Posted: Jul 8, 2009
Reviewer: Diane from Oak Harbor, Washington
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I really liked the look of this shoe, but the stitching on the footbed and where the elastic is sewn on the side rubbed against my foot and was uncomfortable. Maybe I have soft feet, but I didn't like how it felt. If the stitching is addressed, it seemed like a comfortable sandal and it is very cute.
Additional Brand Information
Born is a leading manufacturer of genuinely superior comfort footwear for men, women, and children. The line was created to fill a void in the footwear industry during a time when consumers demanded comfort, but had to sacrifice style in order to get it. The goal of Born footwear is to continue to focus on offering customers everywhere a brand that first and foremost provides comfort, but is also fashionable and fun to wear.
Why are Born shoes so comfortable? By using the art of "Opanka" hand-sewn construction combined with the finest quality materials, Born is able to craft shoes that are durable, lightweight and flexible, allowing the wearer to walk as if they were barefoot. In addition, soft supple leathers and shock-absorbing foam ensure the foot is wrapped in comfort.
Born shoes have been sold in premier retail stores since 1995 and their appeal to a variety of lifestyles continues to attract customers old and new. They offer a wide selection to men and women of style who have a young, free-spirited attitude about their footwear and lifestyle. Born shoes are “Works of Art” worn by all age groups, and their styles are as versatile as their customer base is diverse.
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Posted: Jul 8, 2009
Reviewer: Joyce D from Orlando, Fl
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Posted: Jul 6, 2009
Reviewer: from Palos Heights, IL
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I love this shoe! It is the perfect slip on and go shoe. Good support, extremely comfortable. I could buy this shoe in every color.
Posted: Jul 5, 2009
Reviewer: from Rosenberg, TX
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Comfortable from the start! The only complaint is that I wish the "suede" insert under the foot extended all the way back to the heel. Your heel will stick to the leather and make a suction sound at times when you walk. Probably would not be a problem with stockings on but wanted them for the bare summer foot!! But-still a great overall shoe!
Posted: Jun 24, 2009
Reviewer: Carolyn B from Tulsa, OK
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I have very narrow feet and also have bunions. Not a good mix. I have had 3 pair of these sandals for about 5 years now--I think I bought them when they first came out. I have black, brown, and red. These are the ONLY sandals I can wear that not only do not hurt my feet but they feel GREAT. I am so glad to see they are still making these because when these wear out---I'll be buying more. They are not narrow but they are not too wide which is highly unusual for me to find a shoe that fits at all, much less one not designated as 'narrow'. Love these sandals!
Posted: Jun 15, 2009
Reviewer: Karen M from Bridgeport, TX
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Reviewer: Karen M from Bridgeport, TX
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I love these shoes. I have them in brown and navy and wish I had them in every color. They are very true to size and very comfortable to wear. Maybe a little pricey but if they last as long as the rest of my Born shoes they will definitely be worth it. I would highly recommend them!
Posted: Jun 7, 2009
Reviewer: from Wisconsin
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Absolutely love these sandals! I love BORN shoes and the quality is great.They fit and feel perfect. I ordered an 8W but they were too big. So I ordered a 7W and they’re perfect!
Posted: May 30, 2009
Reviewer: Donna from Maryland
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Finally found a simple brown sandal that I can wear while on my feet at work and out and about whenever. Like most Borns the sole is a bit stiff, but comfortable enough - they will certainly wear well. The overall look is very nice and the craftsmanship is very good. I need WW and this shoe had plenty of room without falling off my feet. I wish the sole was not sewn with the insert, because that creates seams which can be felt. They have not been uncomfortable, but kind of annoying. This shoe is definitely worth a try!
Posted: May 29, 2009
Reviewer: from Richardson, TX
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Born Val is a very comfortable shoe with the leather insole and arch support. I would recommend this shoe for people that have neuropathy. Love the shoe.
Posted: May 28, 2009
Reviewer: from Illinois
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I read the reviews and ordered a pair. They are just as luxurious as everyone says. Comfortable, stylish, and "typically Born" as far as quality and value. And Zappos - this was my first time to order and I'll be coming back again and again. They make shoe shopping easy as pie!
Posted: May 28, 2009
Reviewer: from Georgia
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Comfortable, light and soft, cushioned soles. Like the color. They were a little longer than a previous pair I had bought that were the same size.
Posted: May 23, 2009
Reviewer: Patricia W from IOWA!
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Born shoes are my favorite brand and this slide sandal is exactly what I was looking for. The workmanship is worth the price and comfort is guaranteed. I am a new customer of Zappos and so impressed with customer service. I will definitely be checking out Zappos shoes on a regular basis.
I wanted a) something style - neutral to wear to a professional, but casual office and b) a sandal to fit my wide feet and toe box. These slides are great. I ordered an 11M and a 10W, but was amazed that the 10M fit perfectly on my 10.5D+ feet. The shoes stay on, are comfortable, and required no break in. They do, on the other hand, make that flip-flop sound and a bit of the typical Born sole "pfft" as I walk.
Posted: May 18, 2009
Reviewer: Sondra L from Houston, TX
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I wear a 9 1/2 and ordered a 9. They fit great. They just need about two days of breaking in before hitting the town.
Posted: May 12, 2009
Reviewer: Stephanie from Oklahoma
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Wonderful Fit and Comfort!
Absolutely comfortable!! I love Born shoes. Their wide widths fit perfectly and the shoe bed is very comfortable.
Posted: May 12, 2009
Reviewer: from Brooklyn, New York
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Great shoe!
I wear a 10W shoe and anyone that wears this size knows it is hard to find a shoe that fits, that is comfortable and looks good. These where made for me. They run true to size, the width was perfect and extremely comfortable. I bought them in both colors. Wish they came in more colors and styles. Let’s not forget Zappos great shopping experience.
