Mephisto Helen SKU: #113602

I ordered my third pair of Helens from Zappos, the other two being about three to four years old and still going strong. The problem is that Mephisto have seriously changed the arch support in this shoe over the years! With the new Helen design, my arches fall within half a day (I have high arches and slender feet - a perfect fit for the original Helen of a few years ago). They are quite uncomfortable compared to my old Helens. Even side by side, the arch is clearly much taller on the old ones - the whole footbed looks different. I miss the old support and though I wear my new ones, I wish I could buy many more pairs from 2004. They were squishy, supportive, and perfect, while the newer version is hard with flatter arch support. Sadly, I need to move on to another brand of sandals...

Love these shoes. I have wide feet so Birkenstocks are not at all available to me. These are the next best thing and since I'm able to fit, they are the best thing. I always have a pair of these on hand! I'm hard on shoes; yet these last at least a year sometimes more. Your feet will appreciate the support, the room and, of course, the comfort of sandals all the while maintaining good support for arches! Excellent, I wouldn't dream of leaving home without them.

I've been wearing Mephisto Helen style for many years and have them in several colors. They are the shoes I put on every morning both summer and winter. The arch is perfect for me. Wish I could find a closed toe shoe that is as comfortable as this one, but so far I haven't. Also, Mephisto will resole and refurbish the top of the shoe one time for a fee of around $75.00. Overall, a great shoe.

These are the most comfortable shoes I own. I have hallux limitus (arthritic big toe) and can no longer get my feet into any type of pump. Arghh. But these are great, comfy scandals that look pretty nice for being granola head shoes. I have them in spice perle patent leather, which goes with almost everything. I don't think I would consider any other color besides black patent and possibly pewter. I just bought a backup pair so that I can wear them forever. I have received compliments on them from several people, one of whom I would not consider style challenged. Regarding size, I ordinarily take a 38 European size, but take a 37 in Mephisto scandals.

I wear 8 1/2 slim and the 8 1/2 med fit pretty well because the strap is adjustable. I find the bed to be pretty hard. I normally buy sandals from Born and Merrell which are much softer.

I bought these Mephisto Helen sandals after wearing Birkenstocks for the last year. I think the Mephistos have much better support. The soles are cushiony and very comfortable. They are slightly narrow, but fit fine. There was no "break in" period; they were great from the start. Mine have a shiny patent finish which I like, and have had compliments on.

With a case of chronic plantar fasciitis, I am forced to be very fussy about my shoes. These Mephisto sandals are wonderful! Great arch support and comfortable from the first step out of the box.

I love these shoes and I now have them in 2 colors. They are very comfortable and great for walking. Lots of arch support. They fit my narrow foot much better than other comfort brands like Birkenstock or Simple and they are a bit more stylish.

I love Mephistos and I found the best price at Zappos! Every time I order, it comes right away, and they have the best return policy. Also they are great at getting the credit back on your card timely. I hardly every shop for shoes, except with Zappos.

Great sandals! Comfortable and good support for my high arches. Go to the brick store and find your size and then order from Zappos. They are terrific! No hassles, best price around, free shipping, no tax, and instant delivery. I am a believer. (Mephisto shoes are actually good for your feet, even better than Clarks).

Got these sandals as a gift for wife. She loves them and loves me more since I gave her the Helen Sandals.

I LOVE these sandals. They are practically the only shoes I wear anymore, When I starting wearing them my low back pain went away and I can walk for hours in them. They are incredibly comfortable right out of the box. The black and brown leather ones I've purchased needed zero break in period. The fancier ones (red and orange) needed a little time to get the edges not to chafe. Just don't get them wet, they wear out much faster if you do. Great footwear! And the by the way, Zappos service is superb. Fast delivery, returns are easy and hassle free. I love Zappos almost as much as I love Mephistos. I'm a fan, I'm a fan, I'm a fan!

I still have my first pair of these sandals from fifteen years ago. They are still decent looking and wearable, but I decided a new pair was needed. I wear a size 7 1/2 US. The size 38 European fits perfectly. They are oh so comfortable and I highly recommend them.

I love these sandals! I\'ve tried many other styles, including various Birkenstocks, and none of those have quite worked for the shape of my foot. These, on the other hand, offer great support and look cute enough on to inspire questions from strangers on the street. I purchased my first pair last year and wore them into the ground; alas, over time (I wore them constantly for a little over a year) the sole packs down a bit and you start to slide around a bit. After the initial breaking in period, this new pair has proven just as terrific. I walk everywhere in them, and my feet feel great.

I was leaving for Spain the next day and I realized I needed a good pair of shoes for walking. I chatted online with a sales rep at 2:00 pm and my shoes were here the next morning at 9:00 am! I have talked to my friends and family and they all have the same story; we will buy shoes at Zappos from now on. Oh, and the shoes are wonderful.

I love them. They are cute shoes that fit my foot perfectly. They look great with jeans, shorts, dresses and skirts. I bought them because I work as a teacher and I am also a runner. I needed something that was stylish and comfortable. These shoes replace the everyday flip flop.

My first pair and I love them! \r\nI been a loyal Dansko girl for over 12 years now. The professionals are my go-to most of the year, but NOT in the summer! Desperate for something cooler but supportive on my feet, I tried on every other kind of sandal I could find. Nothing felt good till finally someone recommended Mephisto Helen\'s explaining that if I like the fit of the Dansko Professional, then this sandal will feel good to me. I couldn\'t fathom how they could compare, but she was right! The arch is high and pronounced making sure your feet don\'t slide around and hit it int he wrong place. Once you get used to the lack of the rocker bottom, these feel amazing. Just like Dansko\'s I can wear them all day from the moment I put them on. My feet stay cool and my back, knees and feet don\'t ache. yay! thank you Mephisto! I alternate these out with my Earth Cabo San Lucas more casual sandals and couldn\'t be happier!

I love these sandals. The purchase of the last brown sandals was a replacement for a five year old pair that have literally been all over the world. They have such good arch supports that it's comfortable to wear them while touring rocky sites in Egypt to wandering around Irish countryside to daily wear at home in Southern California. Actually, there are 10 or 11 other pair of Helen's in my closet, different colors, which are worn a little less than the basic brown. Unless I'm going to an ultra formal affair, I simply wear black ones under a long skirt or pants and I'm comfortable. I do have a few of Mephisto's other styles for dressier events, speed walking, etc., but the Helen's are a wardrobe staple. No breaking in, no areas that rub and irritate; just wear them and go. Enjoy!