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Eric Michael Helen

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 106
  • Total Losses: 134
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 1
  • Sales Rank: #7166
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • Eric Michael Size Chart
  • The versatile 'Helen' will be your go-to sandal this season.
  • Choose from leather, patent or canvas (leopard print) uppers to complement your favorite outfits.
  • Adjustable ankle strap assures a comfortable fit.
  • Lightly padded leather footbed helps wick away moisture.
  • Whipstitch detail adds character to the classic espadrille midsole and heel.
  • Non-skid outsole absorbs shock and reduces fatigue.
  • Made in Spain.
  • Heel Height: 1 34 in
  • Product measurements were taken using size 37 (US Womens 6.5-7). Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 59 reviews)

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

Posted: 2009-02-11 20:22:26
Reviewer: Julie from Hobe Sound, FL
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoe - I love this shoe. The problem is hot weather. The shoe is comfortable in the morning, but as the day goes on - and the Florida heat - it gets uncomfortable. Would suggest a full size larger. It's a great shoe otherwise.
Posted: 2009-02-19 12:53:26
Reviewer: from Hunt, Texas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
This is really a cute shoe. It's very comfy. Great for spring and summer.
Posted: 2009-03-03 15:07:29
Reviewer: from NC
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I was a little concerned about the sizing of this shoe since many of Eric Michael's shoes tend to run small. I normally wear a 7.5 and the 38 (7.5-8.0) fits perfect. I received my order in less than 24 hours.
Posted: 2009-03-17 16:17:47
Reviewer: from Providence, RI
Overall: (3 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Helen - This is my second attempt with Eric Michael shoes. I wear a size 5. The smallest size fits more like a size 6. It runs big. I did like the adjustable strap, which some of his other styles don't have. It's a good size heel for running around and looking nice with skirts or slacks. I did find the tan patent leather to look a little cheap, but considering the price, you wouldn't expect it to last more than a summer anyway.
Posted: 2009-03-25 13:46:03
Reviewer: Anonymous from PA
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Loved the look and feel of these shoes BUT I'm a true 8 and the Euro size 38 was too snug to chance waiting for them to stretch and thus weakening the gorgeous shoe! Zappos was out of the larger size so I bought them through another vendor. BAD IDEA. Not only was the next size up enormous (a true 9) but the quality of leather very weird and fake like. Even the color was off as though it was a vegetarian leather or something.
Posted: 2009-04-26 14:33:57
Reviewer: Las from Texas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Very Cute - Loved this shoe. It is comfy, as well as, very cute. I got it in leopard and it is classy with jeans, slacks or skirt. Dresses up a solid black or brown shirt and jean capris.
Posted: 2009-04-30 13:02:37
Reviewer: Laura from Arizona
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love the look and it is true to size. I have wide feet, so it is a little bit tight on the toes.
Posted: 2009-05-07 15:20:41
Reviewer: from Madison, WI
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Nice look for a comfy shoe... Like everything about this shoes except I had to toughen up a bit b/c they sqeezed my little toes (but my foot is wide).
Posted: 2009-05-15 13:50:59
Reviewer: Anonymous from Atlanta
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes are really adorable. I’m petite so I almost never wear flats, and these shoes give me the look of a flat with a small heel. I got the leopard print and they are really cute and will go with a lot of different outfits. I started out with my usual size (36), but they were too long and also a bit wide, so I sized down to the 35. They are the perfect length, but a bit tight on the toes. Don’t you love how easy Zappos makes it to get the size you need? I decided to keep the 35 because the other size was way too large. I hope they turn out to be comfy because I love the look.
Posted: 2009-05-16 06:17:11
Reviewer: Anonymous from Arlington, Virginia
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Extremely comfortable espadrille sandal - dressy enough to be appropriate for an office setting. I wear a true size 8 and ordered "up" per advice in comments. The size 39 fit perfectly when it came, but has stretched a bit and now is just a tad big… but I have just adjusted the back strap to make it smaller. I LOVE this shoe and also have it in dark brown and black.

Dr. Martens 8836 ST

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 36
  • Total Losses: 35
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 0
  • Sales Rank: #52242
  • Video Description View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)
  • Stylish, comfortable, durable, and rugged boot.
  • Leather uppers for beautiful long wear.
  • Padded tongue and collar provides excellent fit, and superior comfort.
  • Protective, A.N.S.I rated steel toe design, and electrical hazard proof.
  • Thick, protective, and slip resistant sole.
  • World Famous Air Cushioned sole welded together using a special heat-sealing process.
  • Trademark yellow stitched sole.
  • Renowned Dr. Martens durability and quality.
  • Contemporary design for a variety of occasions.
  • ANSI/OSHA approved.
  • Heel Height: 1 14 in
  • Platform Height: 12 in
  • Shaft: 6 in
  • Circumference: 14 in
  • Weight: 2 lbs 3 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size UK 8 (US Men's 9, Women's 10). Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 215 reviews)

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

Posted: 2002-05-02 18:17:22
Reviewer: Anonymous from Flagstaff, Arizona
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Super!!! These shoes are wonderful, like I'm walking on air. They hold tight to my foot, yep my toes have plenty of room due to the steel toe. The leather is very soft, and comfy. A great buy!
Posted: 2002-05-09 13:15:34
Reviewer: Danny from Birmingham, AL
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Fantastic. WONDERFUL! They feel like you're walking on air. They look great and feel even better. Get some, you won't regret it. Shipping took exactly one week from California to Alabama.
Posted: 2002-06-24 16:52:01
Reviewer: Jonathan M from Middle Tennessee
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Work-boot nirvana? I had high expectations of this boot. I have a slightly wide, big foot (13w or 14), with fairly high arches (can you say hard to fit?). I have heard nothing but good things about Dr. Martens, so I decided to give these size 14 boots a try after my work sneakers failed miserably. I wear these guys all day every day of the work week. The width is just bairly adequate for my foot, while the length is a bit much. The extra width combined with the steel toe almost gives these boots the "clown shoe" look (I said almost). I had to get a Dr. Scholl's work boot insert to get the arch support right. Cushioning is adequate, not quite what I expected from the descriptions of their "World Famous air cushioned sole." As far as the style goes (as if you would be concerned about style in a steel toe!), my uber-cool buddy's exact quote upon seeing these boots was "Wow... these are beautiful!" Whatever, man.
Posted: 2002-07-17 07:43:41
Reviewer: J. S from Florida
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Style and Safety. I bought these boots specifically because I wanted a steel toe due to the fact I was going to be clearing land. My other Doc's were so comfortable I figured these should be too! I was right on both counts, EXTREMELY comfortable for a work boot, and the steel toe (a foot saver). While cutting I had a number of logs, limbs, etc. clip my boots, including a 500lb piece of palmetto that rolled on the toe. Absolutetly no injuries or bruises...... These are great shoes!
Posted: 2002-10-09 16:47:48
Reviewer: Doc M from Minnesota
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great boots. This boot is the best work boot I've ever found. I used to work in a truck tire shop and was going through boots about every 6 months, until i bought a pair of these. I think I spilled just about every kind of oil, grease and liquid on them and they took it. They even stood up to calcium chloride (a salt water mix used for ballast in tires). The soles are non-slip, non-marking, which is a bonus. The only complaint is the toes do have a tendancy to wear through sometimes, but a good shoe repair shop can fix that. Bottom line these are the best boots I've ever owned and ever will own.
Posted: 2003-04-16 17:55:11
Reviewer: Mark N from Castro Valley, CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Wicked Work Boots - I've owned all sorts of work boots and sneakers for construction. It's very hard to find a boot that is fairly comfortable to wear AND worthy of the demands fo a job site from start to finish. Although these shoes are a bit heavy (Hey, you wear any kind of steel toe for 10+ hrs a day, they all get heavy), they still feel comfortable at the end of the day. And afterwards, even with the wear and tear of a jobsite, I still wear these things when I go out sometimes! If you work and worry about your toes getting smashed, buy these boots. You won't be disappointed.
Posted: 2003-05-10 00:14:42
Reviewer: Moe from Salem Illinois
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Bad A** Work Boot - These are bad mutha's. I've had them 3 years. I bought them for work and they're great; very comfortable. They look good to wear out on the town as well... I even have them on now...
Posted: 2003-05-12 17:49:06
Reviewer: Anonymous from Virginia
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Best work-shoe ever - Very good shoes, nice size and great look, got lots of Ooooohs and Aaahhhhs.
Posted: 2003-05-28 20:59:24
Reviewer: Kannan S from Oregon
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
great boots - I am 6'4, weigh about 375lbs, and was going through shoes in 6 months or less. Before these boots, the soles of my feet used to hurt for a half hour every morning when I woke up. Not anymore. The soles on the docs are all they're touted to be! Look great too.
Posted: 2003-08-05 16:51:24
Reviewer: B-ray from Kentucky
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Best boots ever, work or play. Just got my second pair after two years. Just wanted a different color. I still kick a#! in my old ones.

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