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Franco Sarto Nova 1

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 17
  • Total Losses: 13
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 1
  • Sales Rank: #20115
  • Complete your spring wardrobe with the Franco Sarto 'Nova 1' sandal.
  • Patent leather upper.
  • Large decorative buckle.
  • Lightpy padded footbed.
  • Chunky covered heel.
  • Flexible rubber sole.
  • Heel Height: 1 34 in
  • Weight: 7 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 7. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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Average Customer Ratings (based on 16 reviews)

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

Posted: 2004-02-19 20:31:24
Reviewer: Anonymous from Maine
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Nice shoe - I bought this shoe to wear as a semi-dressy shoe, and it looks great with dressy pants or skirts and feels great too. A bit slippery with hosiery and nice barefoot. It feels a bit wide, but just comfy wide, not overly big.
Posted: 2004-01-29 15:01:25
Reviewer: Anonymous from California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Incredible Shoe! I have a hard to fit foot (wide toe/slim heel)and this shoe is perfect! I want it in every color! No break in time needed. Unheard of for my feet. Thank you Franco Sarto! Thank you Zappos!
Posted: 2004-01-25 06:53:50
Reviewer: Anonymous from New York City
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
My first high-heeled mule, perfect! This shoe is unbelievably comfortable and smart looking. Even with foot and ankle problems, I worked all day in these, got lots of compliments
Posted: 2004-01-24 23:28:27
Reviewer: Anonymous from Glendale, California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Sizing - The shoe runs about a 1/2 size large and is wider than the stated medium, so buy a smaller size! The style is very flattering to the foot.
Posted: 2004-01-11 17:08:32
Reviewer: Anonymous from Danbury, Connecticut
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Franco Sarto's Nova - I had purchased a pair in brown locally and really liked the fit, comfort and style. I wanted an identical black pair and found them at Zappos. They were shipped promptly and I'm enjoying them.
Posted: 2003-12-31 11:51:05
Reviewer: Renee from Tenessee
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoe! Very comfortable and fit well. I've had great experience with Franco Sarto shoes (as well as Zappos).
Posted: 2003-12-29 13:18:31
Reviewer: Anonymous from Connecticut
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
LOVE IT - The shoe is like butter! Perfectly comfortable from the first wearing. I am on my feet pretty much all day and I could wear these out at night as well, they are so comfortable. Going for them in additional colors next!
Posted: 2003-12-26 09:51:29
Reviewer: Anonymous from Dallas, Texas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
For high heels, these are remarkably comfortable although by the end of the work day, I am ready to trade them in for flats! Another plus, these shoes did not need a break-in period. Very nice workmanship, well constructed shoe.
Posted: 2003-12-10 06:00:19
Reviewer: Kate C from Scottsdale, AZ
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Great shoe - These are extremely comfortably and good looking with pants. I dont like to wear socks/hose here in AZ so these totally fit the bill as they are comfortable from the minute you put them on. Wore them to work the first day, no blisters, no trouble.
Posted: 2003-12-09 05:57:47
Reviewer: Tippi M from Hyattsville, MD
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Comfortable Franco Sarto Slide - I first purchased this shoe in a department shoe in black and was very satisfied with it. When I find a comfortable shoe, I attempt to purchase it in every color available, as you will find in my Anne Klein Maxine order. My problem is not being able to find a shoe of any style in red. And, therefore, I wasn't able to find this particular shoe in red or navy in my size. I then remembered Zappos, thank goodness. I was able to order it in the navy and it was here in a day. Not only do I love the shoe, but I also love Zappos.

Ahnu Ginny

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 22
  • Total Losses: 22
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 0
  • Sales Rank: #20332
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  • This casual slip on is the perfect blend of style and performance.
  • Durable nubuck upper with soft suede overlays to add to the overall structure and aesthetic.
  • Soft mesh lined for a supple feel against the foot.
  • Stretch goring for easy on/off and more comfortable wear.
  • Dual density EVA sock liner features ETC lining for reduced friction and heat build up.
  • Internal molded EVA midsole provides arch support and cushioning for all day comfort.
  • High Surface Contact design with molded channeling for excellent traction on smooth, wet surfaces.
  • Non-marking carbon rubber outsole provides excellent traction.
  • Weight: 8 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 6. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 11 reviews)

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

Posted: 2009-10-11 10:06:54
Reviewer: Anonymous from Orlando, FL
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes are very comfortable. I have wide feet and found these were great even after being on my feet for a long time. I wear a size 8 and thought they were pretty true to size. I would buy another pair.
Posted: 2009-08-23 09:27:36
Reviewer: Sarah from Vancouver BC
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love these - love, love, love these! Out of ten various pairs ordered these are the ones I kept. They are soft and squishy right out of the box and stay on snuggly because of the funky strap. Sweaty feet is the only drawback I can think of - however I think popping out the insole and putting in a more absorbent one should do the trick. I usually order a 10 and the 10's fit perfectly. I also tried them on with socks and they still fit comfortably and the socks stayed on (walking around the house, at least).
Posted: 2009-07-17 13:30:24
Reviewer: Patty W
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love the design of these shoes. I ordered them for my vacation, (walking round the streets of Florence, Italy, sightseeing). At first they felt fine although a little snug fitting, but after wearing them for a day my feet realy hurt and two of my toes were damaged. These shoes are very small fitting, you really need to order a half size bigger than your usual size. I liked the design so much I sent them back for a half size bigger.
Posted: 2009-06-29 19:46:19
Reviewer: Anonymous from Grosse Pointe, MI
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I hesitated about ordering these shoes because the reviews were mixed. My advice is to take all reviews with a grain of salt! I loved the look of these shoes, so I ordered them in my usual size. I put them on and they felt oh so comfortable. With no socks on, the shoes are soft and cushiony. I have worn them long days at work in a museum with concrete and marble floors--still feel great. My only complaint is that these shoes do not come in more colors besides shades of gray!
Posted: 2009-06-01 17:49:06
Reviewer: Anonymous from Virginia
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Supportive and totally comfortable. Great for walking around town when you don't want to wear flip flops. No rubbing, no sore spots, no break in period required!
Posted: 2009-04-29 20:53:50
Reviewer: Anonymous from Chicago, IL
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love these shoes. Super comfortable right out of the box, with or without socks. Awesome support and cushion, which was what I was looking for. Easy slip-on/slip-off.
Posted: 2010-03-06 10:23:10
Reviewer: Karen L from Vancouver, Washington
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
I like the Ahnu brand, I have several different styles. I normally wear a 9, but in this style I needed a 9.5...Thanks again to Zappos convenient shipping and return policies.
Posted: 2009-06-24 18:57:13
Reviewer: Beth V from New Jersey
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Comfortable, true to size but you can't wear socks with them. They suck them off your feet like when you were little and half your sock was sucked into your shoe.
Posted: 2009-06-24 09:53:19
Reviewer: SLS from Pville, AL
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
As someone with Flintstone feet, it is very difficult to find shoes for the summer. These are pretty comfortable. I wear a 9 or 9.5 & ordered a 9.5 - these feel a little short - might consider ordering up a size. They do give you sweaty feet, too, but that's probably not unusual in the summer. Look good with shorts and long pants.
Posted: 2009-06-11 10:48:31
Reviewer: Anonymous from Chicagoland
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
This shoe is wide from the front of the foot all the way back to the heel so if you have that kind of foot this would be a good shoe for you. My foot is wide at the ball and narrower in the heel so my heel kept walking out of the shoe. I ordered my usual 7.5 but my toes were hitting right at the front of the shoe. This is a very cute and supportive shoe and very nicely made. I was really sad to have to return these.

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