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Born Zambia

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 12
  • Total Losses: 2
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 1
  • Sales Rank: #20009
  • Spice up your casual wear with the funky ‘Zambia' slip-on.
  • Soft, full-grain or metallic leather upper with bold metal vamp ornament for added appeal.
  • Elasticized topline stretches with the curve of the heel for a perfect fit.
  • Leather lining wicks away moisture to keep your feet dry and comfortable all day long.
  • Generously padded, leather-lined footbed ensures proper support and cushioning.
  • Lightweight rubber outsole provides durability and traction.
  • Opanka hand-sewn construction provides flexibility and long-lasting wear.
  • Imported.
  • Heel Height: 12 in
  • Weight: 7 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 6.5. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 16 reviews)

Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)

Posted: 2008-01-25 09:07:37
Reviewer: Superlanky from Vancouver, BC
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Not bad... I love Born shoes for the craftsmanship and comfort and I was excited they came out with a cute ballerina style flat. My only complaint about Born shoes is the sizing can be tricky. Sometimes it can be the right size or sometimes you have to order a half-size to a whole size smaller (guess they really are handcrafted!). I'm a size 10 and I got a 9.5 and so far so good! The big silver thing at the toe is not as distracting or big as I originally thought. Shoe looks cute with just about anything. Overall happy with the product!
Posted: 2008-02-15 14:34:39
Reviewer: Anonymous from WA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love them! The shoes run big, at least half a size. They are incredibly comfortable and soft, excellent for driving. I have them in blue and it is such an electric color!
Posted: 2008-02-27 07:24:46
Reviewer: Anonymous from Coeur d Alene, ID
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Way Too Cute - I ordered these Born Zambia’s for an initiation in white. They are very comfortable and fit true to size. They would not be comfortable to walk long distances, as they don't have a lot of arch support, but the non skid sole is nice. I would order in another color to wear with capris and skirts.
Posted: 2008-02-27 21:31:52
Reviewer: Anonymous from North Carolina
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These are the cutest shoes! These shoes are super cute. The Peacock color is so adorable and goes with everything. They are comfortable, although I know mine are still stretching out a bit...and then they will be even better. I usually wear a 7 1/2...but ordered these in a 7 and they were perfect. Enjoy! You will love them. And Zappos in amazing...so fast and dependable...I love this website!
Posted: 2008-03-13 11:28:45
Reviewer: Anonymous from Northern California
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
This is a very nice looking ballet flat. I really like the extra detailing. The elastic (not uncommon to ballet flats) tends to dig into to the back of my ankle a touch, but this is something I can live with because I'm not out walking all day long. Maybe this is something that just happens to me, I have two different brands of shoes with elastic around the back and they both feel the same. On the whole, I have to give them a thumbs up!
Posted: 2008-04-02 19:22:49
Reviewer: Niftydsgnr from KS
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Cute & comfortable - Got these in orange - it's a nice almost sweet potato color, not too shocking. Very comfortable might buy in other colors. Comfortable right out the box.
Posted: 2008-04-07 05:19:11
Reviewer: Anonymous from Connecticut
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
What a Surprise - The shoes were very comfortable. The elastic backing holds the shoe on but not too tightly. What I did not know was between the toe and the heel the leather dips down making the shoe rather sexy.
Posted: 2008-04-15 06:48:30
Reviewer: Anonymous from Sacramento, CA
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love these shoes and get lots of compliments on them, but they have no arch support, but I knew that when I bought them. What we won't do for style!
Posted: 2008-04-21 05:57:49
Reviewer: Anonymous from New Jersey
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Tons of Compliments on this one - Great looking shoe that is comfortable but runs a little big.
Posted: 2008-04-30 20:08:59
Reviewer: Lisa from Arizona
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Cute little shoe - I bought these shoes in gold & really like them. They go with so much and are a nice break from my heels. The decoration on the front bothers my toe after a while & the back digs into my heels a bit, but neither is so bad that I can't wear the shoes. I just wouldn't walk long distances in them.

Franco Sarto Ozark

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 5
  • Total Losses: 9
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 0
  • Sales Rank: #20149
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • Update your look this season with the sensational Ozark boot from Franco Sarto™.
  • Calf leather upper with back stretch panel.
  • Plain rounded toe.
  • Partial side zip closure and adjustable strap.
  • Combination leather/textile lining.
  • Man-made lug sole.
  • Heel Height: 3 in
  • Shaft: 15 in
  • Circumference: 14 12 in
  • Weight: 1 lb 4 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 6. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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Average Customer Ratings (based on 8 reviews)

Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)

Posted: 2009-11-16 19:00:11
Reviewer: Lindsay H from Fayetteville, NC
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (2 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Hah! The sizing on these is a joke. I literally am sure that the wrong boots were in the box. I ordered a 12 and I genuinely think they are a 9, maybe a 10. They are fully 1/2 to 1" too narrow and I couldn't even get my toes past the heel part of the boot to fit flat. But they are beautiful. There is an ankle zipper that doesn't go all the way to the top, so I assume that if they fit, they would have a nice slim ankle line. Other boots that I have ordered were very bulky and unflattering through the ankle. Brown leather is lovely. I'm very disappointed.
Posted: 2009-11-30 16:07:26
Reviewer: Anonymous from Washington, DC
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These boots are great and fit perfectly. I usually find boots are too big around my calves but these are just right. They look great with skinny jeans.
Posted: 2009-12-20 05:40:49
Reviewer: Anonymous from New York, NY
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great fit! Wide enough so I can tuck in jeans if I want. Great color, received lots of compliments. Perfect round toe and stacked heel.
Posted: 2010-01-13 08:02:12
Reviewer: from New York, NY
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I wear these almost every day! Overall, I am pretty happy with these boots. They look great with a skirt and I love the stacked heel. I was a little hesitant to buy these; I was concerned that the elastic back could be slightly dowdy. But I liked the fit too much to worry about the elastic! Also, given the height of the heel, they had potential to be uncomfortable, but I am fine with them. (I do not say this lightly; I live in NY and do a lot of walking!) My one caution is the width. I have a slightly wide foot and find them to be snug. Nothing that I cannot deal with, but some people may have an issue with this.
Posted: 2010-01-17 08:44:49
Reviewer: Anonymous from Cincinnati, Ohio
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love these boots. They are true to size, comfortable, and they look great with dressy or casual clothes.
Posted: 2010-02-08 11:19:52
Reviewer: Anonymous from Texas Gulf Coast
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Franco Sarto Ozark boots... great fit... comfortable... I can wear them all day with ease... easy on, easy off. Lots of compliments! A great buy. Wear them with jeans, skirts, dresses.
Posted: 2010-03-02 10:46:06
Reviewer: Kay from Iowa
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great boot! The combination of a stacked heel and the padded sole make it very comfortable. I am able to wear these all day, even walking a few blocks, without discomfort.
Posted: 2010-03-10 14:56:26
Reviewer: Anonymous from Minnesota
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Too difficult to get off without a full length zipper. Beautiful boot, very nice looking. I ordered a 7, needed a size 7.5. I will not be exchanging for the same boot only because it does not have a full length zipper. What a shame.

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