Merrell Spire Stretch SKU: #7463100

Linda B

from San Francisco

Merrell Spire Stretch - I wanted a shoe sturdy enough to stand up to city walking in a storm without looking like prescription footwear or sport shoes (and keep my feet dry and warm). They don't look like galoshes, or even boots. They stay nice looking in wet conditions, and look decent with slacks at the office. They fit snugly but not too tightly, have a flattering shape and are comfy with fine gauge hosiery. No need for thick socks for cold weather. They are light weight enough to make them easy to carry in case I want to change into something dressier. That meets all my requirements...these have all the usual good fit qualities of Merrells. I am really happy with them.

Brands I'd also recommend: Romika, Aerosoles, Joseph Seibel,

Lesa

from Oklahoma City, OK

Great for Travel - I purchased these shoes for a trip to Ireland. They were super comfortable, looked good with jeans and kept my feet dry throughout the entire trip. They did not require any breaking in. I did a lot of walking and they always felt great. Great shoes!

Anonymous

from San Francisco, CA

Very nice looking shoe. Runs 1/2 size larger than marked, length wise, but quite narrow and snug width wise. I thought I'd have to return them due to the narrowness, but after a few wearings they have loosened up slightly. Definitely requires a thin sock. Great traction on the soles.

Brands I'd also recommend: Dansko, Donald Pliner

Della

from Boston

I liked this shoe a lot and wish it had fit. Looked good on, was very comfy, had a flexible but supportive sole. Plenty of room for my orthotics. Length was fine in my usual size, but it was too wide for my foot, especially my narrow heel. Wish I could find the same thing in a narrower width.

Brands I'd also recommend: Aetrex, Ryka

Anonymous

from Virginia

Too wide for my narrow heels. I thought the stretch would allow this shoe to work on my narrow foot, but it was still too wide. It accommodates an orthotic, but the heel isn't very deep so it isn't ideal with the orthotic. The heel is higher than I would like in a comfort shoe - felt more like a heel than a flat.

Anonymous

from Seattle, WA

Unique shoe likely to be one of my favorites, particularly on rainy days. Merrell designed it to compensate for how women walk on outside of foot. Feels almost like a Nike Air on pavement. Based on other reviews, I bought the smaller of the two sizes I wear; good length. Width is snug but OK; like the snug heel.

Anonymous

from San Francisco Bay Area

Great Shoe - This shoe has it all. I know Merrell shoes have a reputation for being a well made shoe and this shoe does not disappoint. Comfortable from the moment you put it on and a great look.

Brands I'd also recommend: Donald Pliner

Anonymous

from Central Ohio

Incredible Comfort - Spire Stretch was comfortable right out of the box--no break-in necessary. It has a cushioned foot bed with good arch support and a soft leather upper that doesn't rub. I wear either a 7 1/2 M or an 8 N depending on style of the shoe and the brand. Since I didn't have a width choice here, I ordered the 7 1/2 M, and that size was perfect with thin socks. No slipping, despite my narrow heel. Although I plan to wear these shoes with jeans and "cords," they are not too casual for tailored slacks. The rubber "tread" that goes part way up the back of the heel is a bit weird, but not obtrusive. Actually, I think it will protect the back of the shoe when I drive. If this style came in chocolate brown, I would buy another pair.

Brands I'd also recommend: Clark's

Susan C

My favorite shoes! I ordered two pair of these because I was worried I'd wear my first pair out. Nice enough to wear everyday at work, yet comfy enough for the weekend with jeans.

from Long Island

Merrell Spire Stretch - Most comfortable shoes I've ever owned. True to size.

Great waterproof/resistant loafer - This shoe was comfortable right out of the box, which was good because I was down to the wire on a waterproof shoe for my trip to Europe. The shoe might state water resistant, but this thing is waterproof! Got caught in a downpour in Rome and my feet remained dry and toasty. I was also very rough on this shoe and did some trail walking in the Czech Republic and the shoe held up very well. Again, my tootsies were dry and toasty at the end of some very wet and muddy trails. The look of the shoe won't win any beauty contests, but that's not why I bought it. :) All-in-all a very good shoe that I would recommend.

from Philadelphia

Merrells - This is my fifth or sixth pair of Merrells and find the brand to be dependable for its comfort and style. I recommend the brand and this shoe for anyone who has to walk or stand during their day. Additionally, any time I go to an airport I can count on comments from the x-ray techs that they also wear Merrells confirming the comfort of the brand.

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from Ann Arbor, MI

Very good - These shoes are great! I had to have them altered due to having a slightly short leg. They look great, you can hardly tell, and they look like I have boots when I wear them with long jeans. I really love these shoes!

Sallie J

from Chelford Arkansas

Merrell Spire stretch - Comfort is acceptable. There is no break in time; I would recommend it to anyone. Although I normally have a problem with shoes in terms of arch support, and height. This shoe is excellent.

Ek

from Bay area, CA

A wonderful shoe - Excellent in fit, walking comfort, style.

Suzanne

from Pensacola, Florida

Good Looking...Great Quality - I purchased these shoes as a replacement of sorts for a black pair of Merrell's that I've been wearing for about 6 years. I'm partial to my old pair but these are just as nice. You cannot wear out a pair of Merrell's - the quality is fantastic!

Ginny

from South Carolina

I love this shoe! This is my second pair of Merrell Spire Stretch. I wore the first pair for three years. They still felt great, but were looking a little tired. I am up and down on my feet all day long and have arthritis in my feet. This shoe provides the right mix between support and "give," along with a neat and tailored look with black pants at work. I wear them just about every day during the fall and winter months. I was very excited to see that this style was still made and that Zappos is carrying Merrell's for women.

Brands I'd also recommend: Any of the Merrell styles