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90% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
94% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "No arch support"
Customer Rating/Review
French Sole Sloop
Number of reviews: 230
Average customer ratings:
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2009-06-20 15:04:51 French Sole Sloop
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Kay D
from Memphis
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Cute, fun shoe especially for warmer weather. Not the shoe for arch support, but a pretty little flat to pair with jeans, shorts, skirts… capris. Runs a bit small, but ideal for a narrow foot/heel (they don’t slip up and down when you walk in them!).
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Rocket Dog; Report; Madden Girl; Aldo; BlowFish; Soda; Irregular Choice
2009-06-15 12:55:54 French Sole Sloop
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Christine
from White Lake, MI
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I ordered the Sloop in Pewter - love the rich cool metallic color. This is a really classic ballet flat - all leather lined, which is hard to find these days. At first, they seemed a bit tight, but after wearing the first day, the leather stretched just a bit - now they are the perfect fit for my foot. They are super flexible and lightweight, but there is no arch support, so buyer beware if that is a concern. I wear them with linen capris for summer. Love this shoe! Will buy more colors for fall.
2009-06-15 07:25:15 French Sole Sloop
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Amy A.
from Columbia, MO
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I have been on the hunt for the perfect black flat for quite some time. While these shoes may not be my dream shoe they were everything I was looking for. Comfortable and casual, can wear with capri's or skirts and dresses. My only complaint is the style; the top of the shoe (covering the toes) seems to come up exceptionally high. Had I tried these on in a brick and mortar store I probably wouldn't have bought them because of the high price, but since I bought them online I decided to keep them rather than go through the hassle of returning them. As everyone before me has mentioned make sure you buy a size up.
2009-06-08 06:19:38 French Sole Sloop
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Nancy L
from Raleigh, North Carolina
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Love the ballet look flats, so contemporary AND so comfortable. I have multiple pairs and my most recent is the French Sole: Sloop Black Naplak! I had no experience with Naplak ... only patent leather and I have to share that the Naplak has a crinkled soft appearance that adds shine without the formality of patent leather and I love them! Took them to Paris with me last week and they looked very Parisian, trendy and were they ever comfortable! Thanks to Zappos for all their wonderful customer service ... I received them overnight and popped them into my suitcase and we were off to Paris! Just like that! Thanks Zappos!
2009-06-05 13:26:58 French Sole Sloop
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Melissa C
from Portland,OR
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Simple little flats to go with all. Cute with skinny jeans, skirts, shorts, and dresses. They are comfortable, but offer no support for the heels, arches, and ball of foot. I just put in those stylin’ Dr. Scholls Sole Expressions insoles to add a little extra padding in the footbed. As far as sizing, I say they run slightly small. I wear a 7-7.5 and ordered a 7.5 and they fit perfect. One construction feature that is bothersome on the suede pair is the "wave" at the shoe opening seams. The more you wear them, the more this opening loses shape out and looks a little sloppy. Not sure if this is the same for the other materials. If you need a simple ballet flat and aren’t too worried about support, I would recommend this shoe.
2009-06-03 08:48:39 French Sole Sloop
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Marilyn B
from Park Hill, OK
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I love the style of the French Sole Sloops. I bought two pairs. Wish I had gone up a half size more. Usually I wear a 9.5, ordered as suggested a 10 (half size up), really needed to order a full size up, toes pushing on end of shoe. Really soft leather, still comfortable, very thin soles, you would not want to walk on rocks (like where I live) - definitely for the cement jungle, not Cherokee County! Next order will be a full size up.
2009-06-03 07:48:56 French Sole Sloop
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Anonymous
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I typically wear a 9.5-10 so ordered a 10. Perfect. Darling versatile shoe. Will probably get another color.
2009-06-02 05:53:20 French Sole Sloop
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CJ
from Chicago
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Very, very cute shoe, but as others have remarked, it's not very structured. I have flat feet, and while the shoe isn't uncomfortable, I could use a bit more support. It's fine for walking short distances, but I think if I wore it more frequently or more aggressively, as I might a walking shoe (or even other ballet flats I have), the form of the shoe would be completely shot. Cute and comfortable shoe, nonetheless.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Calvin Klein
2009-06-01 16:04:55 French Sole Sloop
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Anonymous
from CT
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
I loved the feel of the suede when I took these out of the box. They were very soft. But walking around in them I found them to be tight in the toe box, while fitting everywhere else. I would have tried the next size, but looking at them they were very ordinary, very plain Jayne. Also, I found them to be just a little too flat, with no heel at all. Back they go. Thanks Zappos for always providing fast efficient service and a million other shoes to try!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Elie Tahari Driver
2009-05-28 18:45:57 French Sole Sloop
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Elaine
from Cambridge, MA
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Very cute, wearable, and comfortable. Ordered a half size up per the other reviews. Great little shoes, I'll definitely get another pair in a different color. These will be a great go-to shoe.
2009-05-28 14:46:41 French Sole Sloop
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Lisa M
from Toronto, Canada
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I have been looking for a pair of basic black flats for over a year, with no luck. I have never shopped online when I came across Zappos and was thrilled to see that they ship to Canada, as many other shoe sites DO NOT! Anyways, I wear a size 7.5 and have wide feet - after reading previous reviews decided to order a half size up. They arrived about 3-4 days after placing the order and I was so thrilled with them!! They are well made, look great and are sooo comfortable right out of the box - no need to break them in!!! They are definitely worth the price since I'll be wearing them a lot. GET THEM!
2009-05-27 18:35:42 French Sole Sloop
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Anonymous
from San Diego, California
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Have been looking for the perfect black flat for over a year. Just received black suede sloop. Based on reviews, and how prior flats fit my foot, I ordered a full size up but they are still a big snug (digging in to the top of my foot and heel a bit). I will wear them around the house and see if they loosen up a bit. I think these are "true" black flats - 0 heel, thin sole and snug fit. They look wonderful and I'm hoping I'll be able to keep them.
2009-05-24 16:36:14 French Sole Sloop
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Nan
from NorCal
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So comfy... like s slipper! No support so I can’t spend all day on my feet in these, but they are great for wearing out & about... super cute with jeans, dresses, capris... a great summer shoe!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Keens, Patagonia, Mark Jacobs
2009-05-24 11:29:29 French Sole Sloop
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Anonymous
from Charlottesville, VA
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I have wide feet, so I was worried about the fit of these shoes, since they run small. I usually wear a size 8-8.5 and I ordered a 9, and they are fine. They pinched a little in a few spots, but with wear, they have stretched and are now comfortable. As far as the style is concerned, these are a very nice flat. I like how the toe box looks--no toe cleavage, which I hate.
2009-05-24 10:59:17 French Sole Sloop
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Rebecca T
from Washington State
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I haven’t owned flats for many years, but recently was told by my daughter that I had to have some. I researched reviews on flats at Zappos and noticed the French Sole flats had very good ones. I ordered the bronze suede because I liked the color and look online, but they are even more beautiful in real life. The look is like a fine antique leather and although they do have a somewhat metallic finish, it is very subtle. They are as comfortable as wearing slippers and the fit was true to my size. I get compliments every time I wear them. My daughter liked them so much, she asked if I minded if she got herself a pair just like them.
2009-05-23 19:35:39 French Sole Sloop
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Anonymous
from Long Island, New York
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Once I placed my foot in the French Sole Sloop I magically felt like a princess! Those shoes felt so light and looked so beautiful! While walking in them they mold in some unique way to your actual foot so it feels like you're walking without shoes. Initially, I ordered my usual size and when I did they felt a bit tight. I then exchanged them (BRAVO to ZAPPOS return policy!) for a size up and they fit perfect. I then ordered three more pairs of French Sole Sloop shoes in different colors. They are just vibrant in color and so dainty on the foot.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: UGGS
2009-05-23 16:44:17 French Sole Sloop
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Anonymous
from Omaha, Neb.
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Love the shoes! Very comfortable and I get so many compliments on them. I did order them a half size larger and they fit perfectly. I would most definitely buy another pair!
2009-05-18 15:03:26 French Sole Sloop
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Carla C.
from Chicago
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Great shoe, more comfortable than the Tory Birch's I was looking at. Good price point well made. Runs about a 1/2 size smaller than I would normally get or else the top edge was digging into the top of my foot.
2009-05-15 16:02:15 French Sole Sloop
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Nicole W
from Berkeley, CA
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WOW - these are SUPER CUTE! I ordered the silver/pewter in an 11 (I always wear a 10 with little exception) as per other customer's suggestions however they were WAY too big so sent them back for a 10. There is no support, but they look so adorable with jeans you won't mind.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: London Sole
2009-05-14 16:28:02 French Sole Sloop
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Alice B
from Cape Cod, MA
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Love Them! A bit like wearing slippers in the daytime... but a favorite in my collection! The pewter color is just the right shade, the leather soft, and the price is right! What more could a girl want?
2009-05-13 09:05:37 French Sole Sloop
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Anonymous
from Massachusetts
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
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I adore them -
These are the most elegant little shoes ever. Based on reviews, I bought a half size up and they fit like a suede glove.
2009-05-11 15:34:48 French Sole Sloop
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Carmen
from Alberta, Canada
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
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French Sole Sloop - best affordable ballet flat -
I have been on a search for the perfect affordable ballet flat (which seems to have lasted years!) My search is now over. The extra duty and tax I paid as a Canadian customer were totally worth it. The Sloop is extremely comfortable right out of the box, stylish, available in an array of colors, and offers complete toe coverage (its best feature in my opinion). Do make sure to size up half a size. I am usually an 8.5 but sized up to a 9. I have the Sloop in pewter, black naplak, and red suede. Be aware that the suede is very difficult to keep clean. Another thing to keep in mind... they have ZERO arch support and walking on any gravel can be rather uncomfortable.
2009-05-08 07:52:03 French Sole Sloop
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Anonymous
from New York, NY
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
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Cute, but made my joints ache!
These are really darling flats, but they should be listed as slippers, not an outdoor shoe; they offer zero support. I don't usually have an issue with thin- or flexible-soled shoes, but these shoes offer so little between my feet and the ground that my heels, ankles, and knees ached for days after wearing them (I walked about 20 minutes in total throughout the day). Granted, they did not irritate my small bunions and fit comfortably right out of the box, but this is definitely not a shoe that should be worn if you plan to do much besides sit around.
2009-05-06 06:40:50 French Sole Sloop
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Anonymous
from Boston, MA
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Bought these in red, because every woman should own a pair of red shoes, or so says my mother. Anyway, these shoes live up to their reputation. Super comfortable, although I wouldn't recommend them for walking long distances. The style is classic, so they go with everything. Definitely order one size up as they run small.
2009-05-03 09:30:02 French Sole Sloop
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Anonymous
from Chagrin Falls, Ohio
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Bought these thinking they were my answer to my quest for a comfortable, yet stylish ballet flat. Have bought and returned many flats over the last few months, it's ridiculous. Very hard to find one that is comfortable and stylish. Read the reviews and sized up 1/2 size. Still seemed somewhat small and unfortunately, I thought these made my foot look too wide. Also, not very well made. I guess $100.00 doesn't buy much these days. I'll keep searching!
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