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Overall:5.0 stars Comfort:5.0 stars Look:5.0 stars

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  • Fit Survey:
  • 83% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe
    "Felt true to size".
  • 89% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe
    "Felt true to width".
  • 84% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe had
    "Moderate arch support".
Nine West
Balboa
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 SKU #7513949
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Master any look with the 'Balboa' gladiatorsandal from Nine West®.
Leather upper.
Adjustable quarter strap.
Lightly padded insole.
Stacked platform and cone heel.
Man-made sole.
1" platform makes this heel feel like 3".
4" heel.
10.00 oz.
Product measurements were taken using size 6. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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Nine West Balboa
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Sandals
Women's
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Dress Sandals - Strappy
Dress Sandals - Platform


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 83% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to size"
 89% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
 84% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Moderate arch support"

Customer Rating/Review

Nine West Balboa
Number of reviews: 43
Average customer ratings:
Overall: 5.0 stars  Comfort: 5.0 stars  Look: 5.0 stars



2009-10-05 14:04:12 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Anonymous from San Francisco, CA
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars

These shoes are simply gorgeous! I wanted to have them work so badly, but the cone heel made them too wobbly to walk in for me. My friend ended up purchasing the same pair and didn't like that her pinkie toe sticks out. If you're good in heels then get these, they're just beautiful!

Other brands recommended by reviewer: Aldo, Fergie,


2009-09-19 17:16:26 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Xiao j from new york, ny
Overall:3 stars   Comfort:3 stars   Look:3 stars

It looks chic and is also easy to wear. I did not have to go to Nine West store to buy them, which is good. It is exactly the same as I have seen in the store.


2009-07-17 09:48:52 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Anonymous from Minneapolis MN
Overall:1 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:1 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support

The toe part of shoe is too long and narrow making my feet look odd when I wear them. They have a comfortable heel with are made of high quality leather, but the front part of the shoe is too long and narrow. They looked weird to me, so I returned them.


2009-07-06 19:06:48 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Anonymous from NYC
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars

These are the BEST! They are super comfortable and cute! I can wear them out, dance all night without limping home in pain. I get so many compliments on them. Buy them now, you won't regret it!

Other brands recommended by reviewer: Charles David, BCBG, Guess


2009-06-30 09:45:45 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Maureen from Brooklyn
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars

AMAZING SHOE! I am very picky about heels (never will sacrifice comfort for looks!) But this shoe is great! It appears to be very uncomfortable but is the most comfortable heel I've ever owned. Very foot flattering as well and the sizing is dead on!


2009-06-28 09:57:20 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Stephanie from New Orleans
Overall:4 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars

Cute shoe looks great with all my short, loose summer dresses. I bought an 8M (I usually get a narrow if I can), and the straps are just a little looser than I'd like. Still, they're comfortable for what they are, and you can't beat the price. Zappos really is awesome!

Other brands recommended by reviewer: Dolce Vita, Kenneth Cole, Michael Kors


2009-06-19 16:22:05 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Puanani from Indianapolis, IN
Overall:4 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars

These shoes are made from a very soft leather. The heel is taller than I normally wear so they can get uncomfortable if I'm walking a lot. They look great with skirts, dresses or pants/jeans. My daughter liked them so much she bought a pair too!


2009-06-19 08:45:05 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Anonymous from Indiana
Overall:4 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars

I really like the shoes. However, they aren't true to size. I normally wear a 5.5, but wish I'd ordered a size 5.


2009-06-17 11:22:34 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Anonymous from Bay Area, CA
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars

I love these shoes. The 1 inch platform makes them very comfortable because you get the look of high heels without the pressure on the ball of your foot. The leather is soft and doesn't rub my sensitive feet. I even wore them to the grocery store after work... no need to change into flats. These aren't "comfy for high heels," they're comfy. Period.


2009-06-12 14:57:02 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Michelle H from Pembroke Pines, FL
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars

Very sexy shoes and the softest of leather. Also very comfy and was able to deal with the height especially because of the platform style at the front. Very satisfied with my purchase. I'm a size 8 1/2 but find that size 8 is a better fit for me in nine west shoes.


2009-06-08 05:37:19 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Lisa D from Milan, TN
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars

This is a really cute shoe, stylish, but not too trendy. I like to wear it with cropped jeans and capris. I’ve worn these all day to work without my feet hurting. Definitely recommend this shoe for anybody who is comfortable in heels.

Other brands recommended by reviewer: BCBG


2009-05-28 17:31:48 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Anonymous from SF, CA
Overall:4 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars

Very stylish and comfortable. Surprising that the straps don't dig into the skin to cause any blisters. Heel height is just right, looks sexy without being skanky. Runs a bit large, I wear 8.5 normally, but 8 fits in this style.


2009-05-22 21:04:15 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Anonymous from Tulsa, OK
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support

Cute Gladiator - I love this shoe. Very comfortable. Only drawback is that the right shoe first strap hits my foot funny and sometimes rubs my little toe or it tries to poke out. Very weird because left shoe doesn't (or at least hasn't so far).


2009-05-17 13:12:11 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Victoria from NM
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars

I ordered this shoe in black. I have a hard time wearing heels because of my back, but these are the most comfortable heels I’ve ever worn. They didn’t even feel like they were very high because of the platform and the leather was so buttery soft, I could wear them for a long time. Going by the previous ratings, I went ahead and ordered my normal size and they fit perfect, so well in fact that I’m going to order another pair in another color. Thanks Zappos!


2009-05-14 20:47:43 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Jenn from Woodland Hills, CA
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Stylish and Very Comfortable - This is a very stylish and comfortable sandal that I recommend to anyone who's looking for the perfect T-strap, gladiator style that is popular this season! Be careful with size: I am a constant 6.5, but this shoe definitely runs a half size smaller (I tried on the 6.5 in the store and it was enormous). I ordered the 6 from Zappos and it fits perfectly.


2009-05-12 16:49:57 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Cecelia from Colorado
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Sexy shoe - This shoe is one of my favorites and it is definitely my husband's favorite :) The leather is soft and the shoe is comfortable. The only reason I gave it 4 stars for comfort is because the heel is about a 1/2 inch too high for me. It is easy to walk in them, however. I personally do not believe this is a wear to work shoe (I am a teacher) but love to wear them every chance I get.


2009-05-12 13:37:08 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Kristen from Jersey Shore
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Great shoe! I absolutely love these shoes- I am able to wear them for hours and they don’t even hurt my feet! (Maybe if you wear them more than one day in a row) but for the height- I can wear them all night without problems. I received tons of complements the first time and every time I have worn them. I would def recommend!


2009-05-08 08:18:26 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Julie from Seattle, WA
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

Versatile Gladiator Sandal - I got these yesterday and was surprised at the level of comfort. I was a bit worried about a 4 inch heel as I usually don't go higher than 3, but these are actually really comfortable. Easy to walk in once you've had them on for a few minutes and the look is very versatile. They look great with dresses, skirts, capris, and pants. The toe is a little pointy, but my toes didn't feel cramped at all. Awesome shoe!


2009-05-07 14:25:28 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Carrie from Colorado
Overall:4 stars   Comfort:4 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Gorgeous, but a "no go" for me - I love the style of these shoes and how they look on my feet... they're super cute and sexy. I really tried to make them work for me by wearing them around the house on carpet, but I found that the sole is very slippery on the bottom (beware on tile or wood floor), the heel is too inflexible for me, and the heel is indeed wobbly, like some other people said. For anyone who needs a more stable heel, beware. I'm sadly returning them.


2009-05-06 10:16:46 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Anonymous from Annapolis, Maryland
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

I don't usually review products, but I had to say how amazing these shoes are! I got them in dark brown and they will go with everything. The leather is so soft that it doesn't cut into your feet. And I've never found a heel with more cushioning.


2009-05-05 05:18:45 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Anonymous from Baltimore
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support

So comfortable! I've tried on so many gladiator type shoes this spring and these were by far the most comfortable. I've gotten tons of compliments on them too. Very sexy and stylish!

Other brands recommended by reviewer: Nine West Fender


2009-04-29 05:54:12 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars

I LOVE THEM! I ordered them in black, and have been waiting for the weather to warm up so I can wear them -- and now I hate to take them off! I ordered a 12, and they were a little tight at first, but after 2 wearings, they stretched out and now I hate to take them off! I think I'm going to order the brown ones, too.


2009-04-26 19:32:40 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Anonymous from Baton Rouge, LA
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:3 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Great shoes! They are not the most comfortable, but totally worth suffering for! They make your legs look long and lean and are a great look for the summer!


2009-04-22 06:51:18 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Anonymous from San Jose, CA
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

I love these shoes! They are extremely comfortable and super high!! I am thinking about getting them in black too!


2009-04-15 05:06:30 Nine West Balboa
Reviewer: Anonymous from Roselle, NJ
Overall:5 stars   Comfort:5 stars   Look:5 stars
Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support

Great Summer Sandals - I bought these sandals for my daughter. Had searched other shoe websites, and you had the SIZE, COLOR, and the RIGHT PRICE!!!!! She received them and loved them. Said she will get a lot of wear out of them this summer with various outfits. YOUR service was EXCELLENT.

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