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| 67% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to size"
85% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
71% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Moderate arch support"
Customer Rating/Review
MBT Kaya
Number of reviews: 176
Average customer ratings:
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2009-10-29 20:11:38 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from Southern California
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Love these shoes! Not as expensive as the athletic style I purchased, and I can stand or walk all day without being uncomfortable. I bought them for comfort, but I get compliments on the style. Once you get used to the MBT feel, it is hard to go back to a basic flat. Great shoes!
2009-10-28 21:09:52 MBT Kaya
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Heidi
from MT
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First truly comfortable shoes I\'ve worn in years. PN is not a problem in these shoes. All about comfort, not so much pretty. Great go to shoes! Always great with pants and jeans.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Born, Naturalizer, Joseph Seibel
2009-10-28 11:42:09 MBT Kaya
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Working o
from Connecticut
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The shoes are/were a little tight in the toes, so I took out the insole and wore the shoes for a few weeks without it. Then they were stretched out enough that I was able to put it back in and they no longer squeeze my toes. I didn't buy a bigger size because the heel slipped when I took the insole out. Now the shoes are perfect. They do work out your legs when you walk in them. They are a little funky looking, but kind of cool. My sister has a pair too and we enjoy them. They are a bit more expensive than what I wanted to spend, but all in all good shoes!
Other brands recommended by reviewer: TEVA / ACORN / MERRILL
2009-10-26 10:03:26 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from Arlington, VA
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
I love these shoes! As soon as I put the shoes on, I knew that I love these shoes! It's a good idea to order half size bigger as it has been suggested by other MBT wearers. I own 4 other pairs of MBT and I never had to order a half size up, but I'm glad I took advice of others.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Noat
2009-10-25 20:47:15 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from Ohio
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I love these shoes! They take a day or two to get comfortable walking in them, but after that, no problem. They feel rather like walking on a cushioned support. I can use them on the elliptical and then go out for the day wearing them. There seems to be less fatigue at the end of the day. However, I wish that there were more different styles. Also, they run a bit small. I wear a 9 usually and need a 9.5 in any of the MBTs.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Nothing else compares!
2009-10-24 19:50:31 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from California
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Fantastic shoes! I am a skeptic, when it comes too shoes. A long time in retail teaches you the value of good shoes. When I read all the reviews, I wasn't quite sold on these. I went into The Walking Company store tried them on, walked around, thought they were too expensive, and left. Then I looked them up on Zappos, and I found them for much less than the store price (on sale even). I had originally tried the Tunisha, but the Kaya is actually better looking, and more versatile. I have a corn in formation on my left foot, on my pinky toe, and I was worried that the tight fit would eventually hurt. Well, it does not. After a few weeks of wearing these at work for five days in a row, or even six sometimes, I would say these are the best money I have ever spent on shoes. They have incredible support, cushioned throughout. They do run small though, so try a half a size bigger at least. I guess a full size bigger would look kind of funny. They are also a bit heavy, so I find that at the end of the day my ankles hurt a bit. But I have these on for nine hours straight, and slight ankle pain sure beats back and foot pain. My back feels great now. No pain at all at the end of the day. Thank you MBT. I will buy more of these!
2009-10-21 09:02:24 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from New Orleans area
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I bought the Lami first and then the Kaya. I love my shoes. I couldn't find a local store to try on the shoes so decided to just order from Zappos and trust the return policy. I guessed that the shoe size should be 1/2 size larger after reading other reviews. The shoes fit perfectly and since I started wearing the Lamis I no longer have a backache! I was surprised when I received the Lamis in just 3 days. I really like Zappos as well; not only is the return policy great, they sent the second pair (Kaya) express (free shipping) and I received them in less than 24 hours! The shoes do rub the heel on both feet, but I wore the Band-Aid Blister product on both heels for a couple of weeks and no longer even feel the rubbing.
2009-10-20 15:12:59 MBT Kaya
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Laura
from Chico CA
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I've wanted to try the MBT shoes because I have a peripheral neuropathy and these were recommended by a physician to help mitigate some of those issues. I find them quite comfortable and they do help me walk more comfortably. They aren't attractive; they make my feet look big and they give me a bit of a dumpy appearance, but they are comfortable so in the right situation they are worth the trade-off.
2009-10-19 07:15:49 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from Indianapolis
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Overall. a very comfortable pair of shoes, give a 'bounce' to my step and helps correct my habit of dragging my feet when I walk. The size does fit small on the Kaya, especially the width and I already ordered a size up. Looks fine overall, but wish it had a cuter and less bulky look.
2009-10-17 17:05:15 MBT Kaya
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Donna D
from San Francisco Bay Area
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I had read a lot of reviews about MBTs here on the Zappos site and was especially interested because I’d developed a case of plantar fasciitis that nothing had helped cure. Many of the reviews of MBTs said this shoe would cure this problem for me. Although I was doubtful, I bought this shoe as a desperate last chance move. The MBTs are marvelous. I also have a pair of the Sport models and those are much sturdier than the Kayas. I would recommend those for anyone with a real plantar fasciitis problem. The Kayas are much cuter, but not as sturdy as the Sports. I also purchased a pair of the sandals which I enjoy as well. I consider the MBT a miracle shoe. Within a month’s time, they had cured my plantar fasciitis problem! Nothing else had worked, but this shoe did the trick. I highly recommend them for ANYONE with this foot problem, it’s unbelievable, but the shoes really work. They are hard to get used to at first, but stick with it if you have a sore foot and you’ll find it well worth the effort!
2009-10-16 10:09:24 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from upstate ny
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After reading other reviews, I decided to go up a half size, and was happy I did. My kids make fun of these shoes, but I'm very pleased with my purchase. The MBT Kaya certainly puts a bounce in my step. I'm looking forward to walking around Disney in them. And of course you can never go wrong ordering from Zappos. Free delivery. Overnight! I ordered my shoes just before 4 pm and they were on my feet by 2 pm the next day. Thanks Zappos!
2009-10-14 17:42:01 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from New York
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These are my favorite new shoes. Order a half size smaller as this shoe runs a little large. The back rubbed against my heel (I forgot to rub that silicone stuff on my heel to prevent blisters) and I got a small blister but now they are broken in and I love them...you get all the benefits of the MBTs plus a little bit of a funky fashion shoe.
2009-10-13 06:18:35 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from Stockholm, Sweden
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These are very comfortable and, a real sales point from where I am, the same size fits the same in all the five different MBT models I now own. As I usually have my shoes picked up and delivered from the US (they cost twice as much over here), uniformity in sizing is critical. I have a knee prosthesis and this is the only comfortable shoe brand I've found with reliable sizing. Recommend it very highly. Only real problem is I don't think the shoes wear as long as they should for what they cost.
2009-10-12 20:49:29 MBT Kaya
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Susie A
from Nashville TN
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Great service. I ordered one day and the shoes were here the next, or maybe the day after, but it was fast delivery and the shoes were exactly what I ordered. Love them. Thanks Zappo's for helping me save money and getting a great pair of shoes! Susie A.
2009-10-12 11:24:53 MBT Kaya
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Shelly P
from Lake Geneva, WI
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I love my MBT shoes! While it is rather soon to determine if they are helping tone my legs, they are quite comfortable and I feel very energized while wearing them and walking in them.
2009-10-12 07:21:03 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
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I'm a nurse who spends long hours on my feet. I've been wearing these shoes for about a month now and my legs no longer ache at the end of the day. I wore them around the house for a week to get used to them, but the shoes themselves required no break in. Of note, they do run a full size smaller. I would highly recommend them.
2009-10-10 11:25:45 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from Wisconsin
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These shoes are wonderful. I have plantar faciitis, stand on my feet all day, and used to be able to wear tennis shoes with orthotic inserts in them to work. A new position required that I wear regular shoes and it\'s difficult to fit the inserts into various shoe styles. The MBT\'s are comfortable. My feet are not sore and neither is my lower back. I usually wear wide shoes, but these in the regular width feel fine.
2009-10-08 08:01:29 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from Utah USA
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Important: buy a half size larger than the sport shoe or other MBTs. Other MBTs I have seem to run true to size this shoe style does not! I wear a 9. Needed a 9.5 in this shoe style. The denim style looks great with jeans! Great for long airport walking! Easy to remove at TSA. I love this brand of shoe, and it's a little club; once you have them you'll start spotting others with them! Fun!
Other brands recommended by reviewer: Earth vegan
2009-10-04 11:01:11 MBT Kaya
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Narda
from Madison, WI
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Okay, so I got one pair for my mom and one for myself. My mom swears that they have helped with her knee and heel pain. I got mine a few weeks after my mom's and had to exchange for a different pair. I called Zappos about 9 pm one night and the replacement was at my front door the next day. I am still trying to figure out how they got the shoes to me in less than 24 hours! Just incredible. The shoes, on the other hand, have helped my tone my butt, thighs and calves. I feel like I was on the treadmill for a few hours after wearing these. They do work for toning.
2009-10-02 06:06:34 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from greenwich, ct
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The MBT are comfortable. The only consideration is that you have to get at least 2 sizes larger than your normal size. I wear an 8 1/2 - 9, and got a 10.
2009-10-01 07:07:14 MBT Kaya
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Pam C
from Alto, NM
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You do have to order in 1/2 size bigger. I tried another style, but it wasn't available in my size and my regular size was too small. The only complaint: I wore bad blisters on my heels when breaking them in on a 3 mile walk. Should have used heel pads!
2009-09-29 19:50:38 MBT Kaya
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Jennifer f
from Ventuira, CA
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Wow, these are great shoes. The first MBT\'s I bought were the sneakers. I have narrow feet and I ordered .5 size up. I guess if you have wide feet you might have a problem. The toe box is hard and I like the feel of it. The strap I can tighten to keep my feet in, the heel is a little lose but I can live with that. I wanted a pair of MBT\'s that look dressier than sneakers and these work very well. The arch support is great. I was going to physical therapy for my lower back and since I started wearing these shoes my back doesn\'t hurt any more.\r\nYou can\'t stand still in these shoes, I rock all the time and that is supposed to be good for your legs and buttocks.
Other brands recommended by reviewer: I\'d try all of them, I love they way they feel and keep me from hurting.
2009-09-26 09:21:58 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from Idaho
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Run small, so buy a size larger. These come with a DVD explaining the MBT system. I wear these constantly for work, as I am on my feet most of the time. No hotspots, super comfortable.
2009-09-26 05:43:39 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from Connecticut
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I've tried just about every possible shoe and insert combination to help my plantar fasciitis improve, but have not had success. My neighbor, who is a R.N. and on her feet constantly, said that she was miserable with p.f. a few years ago and the only thing that worked for her is MBTs. She is wild for them and has had about five pair now. So, I happened to be in a store the other day, and saw that they had MBTs, and liked the looks of the Tunisia style as the odd rocker bottom wasn't so noticeable and would look fine for work. From Zappos, I ordered the size that I tried on in the store, but as soon as I walked around in it a bit, my little toe started to hurt and my big toe was rubbing the end of the shoe. I liked the looks of the Kaya, too, though the rocker is bigger, the price was better, so thought I'd order a size larger in that. Alas, the toe box still pinches and the heel slips a lot! Too bad, I guess these are not for me, but I may try one of the lace up styles to see if they fit any better. I like the idea of taking the pressure off my sore heel and also strengthening the ankles and calves. It would be nice if MBT designed another work style shoe with some kind of stretchy panels along the sides.
2009-09-26 05:36:28 MBT Kaya
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Anonymous
from New Hampshire
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This is my 5th pair of MBT shoes and they are now the only shoes in my closet! I am able to walk distances in these shoes that have been beyond my comfort capability in every other shoe I have tried. I can't wait to see what new styles will appear in the months to come. My only caution to MBT "newbies" is to make note of the size of the toe box. I need a larger one to accommodate my hammertoes and find that the toe box size varies so I need to be mindful of only buying shoes with the larger one.
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