Gentle Souls Bay Unique

These shoes are extremely comfy - much more padding than most flats. They feel wonderful, and the leather is very soft. They are very cute looking, too, and the zipper was no problem. They are going back, though. Online the color "antique pewter" looked like a silvery shade to me, but it is actually more like bronze. They were darker and browner than expected. The color is not so bad, but not useful for my wardrobe.

I'd also recommend: Camper

I would buy these in every color under the sun if they weren't so darn expensive. Went for the classic black - the detailing in the braiding is exquisite. Quality craftsmanship and materials. After a handful of foot surgeries, I can't wear shoes that don't have straps for extra support - these are the perfect mix of fashion and function. Totally versatile for work and city exploring.

I'd also recommend: Miz Mooz, Fugu Malibu

These are so beautiful and so comfortable. They look like ballet shoes, but have a rear zip entry, which makes an easy in/out. I love the color, it goes with everything. These hurt nowhere: the elastic straps are perfectly placed. Pricey but so worth it.

I'd also recommend: Naot

Maybe I am missing something here but if I pay this much for a pair of flats I expect to be wowed. I expect to be able to walk in them all day. If these were cheaper I probably would have rated them a little higher, but for the price, these are not worth the money. Here is why: As far as comfort, yes, these are better than your average flats. However, since they are priced well above your average flats, there is a huge deduction in rating. Comfort is a three to me, because for this price, I should not feel the zipper. Does it rub? No. Does it fit the description another reviewer gave as a "medieval torture device?" No. But, you can feel it. And it is kind of annoying. It is like a hard lump. As for the footbed, it looks lovely. It has those nice little pillows. It is very flexible, but it is not worth the money. You can get similar shoes for considerably less. For this much money, I should be walking on memory foam. I have slippers that put these to shame. If only I could wear them outside. I do not care if this amount is like nothing for you. That is not the point. The point is, for this much money, they could do much better, and I am a firm believer in getting what you pay for. I will pay for a brand name if it has got quality to back it up. These sadly do not. That's not to say they are not quality, they are. They just are not worth this price. And as someone who has a few pairs of cowboy boots that cost a small fortune, I do know what I am talking about here. I do dig the style. And these are very well made. The suede is gorgeous, and that is going to make it very hard to send these back (I am still undecided as to whether or not I will). The comfort, though, that is an issue. I know flats are not the most comfortable shoes in the world, but these boast many promising qualities in comfort that fall short. I guess the jury is still out. Beautiful shoes, just not the package deal.

I'd also recommend: audrey brooke