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Product Information:
View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)- A hot, stylish, Mary-Jane inspired shoe.
- Kalsø® Negative Heel Technology® for natural body alignment.
- Hand-sewn construction, with cobbler stitch, for superior flexibility and comfort.
- Soft arch contoured foot-bed that blends with foot shape.
- Shock-absorbing Gelron 2000® for heel impact protection.
- Natural Latex comfort sole for better grip and durability.
- Questions? Please call 888-927-7670 to speak to one of our Comfort consultants!
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- 80% "Felt true to size"
- 60% "Felt wider than marked"
- 71% "Moderate arch support"
Recent Customer Reviews - 367 Reviews Total
Posted: Jun 8, 2009
Reviewer: Lisa A. from Chicago, IL
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Reviewer: Lisa A. from Chicago, IL
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Zappos was sold out of this shoe in my size, so I ended up trying them on at Alamo Shoes in Chicago. I loved them, but hated the strap, so I thought that I would buy them anyway and cut the strap off. I first wore them to my waitressing job, and they were very slippery on the kitchen floor. Then, I wore them to my other job as a flight attendant, and they were AWESOME! My feet did not hurt, even after 13 hours of duty. Passengers commented on my 'cute but unusual' shoes. I am on my feet constantly, so I am all about comfort when it comes to my feet, but these shoes actually are kind of cute. I normally wear a 9.5, but was a 9 in these, and think they are made for people with wide feet. Mine are narrow, but I like the roominess, and great arch support.
Posted: May 14, 2009
Reviewer: Ilene from Jacksonville, Oregon
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Earth Solar are so great! I have two pair, in black and in red. I have learned that Earth shoes run a bit smaller to order one half size bigger. The footbed is amazing and comfortable. I certainly do recommend this shoe. I can walk all day in them!!! Enjoy
Posted: May 11, 2009
Reviewer: Mary-ann from New Hampshire
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Reviewer: Mary-ann from New Hampshire
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I have worn Earth shoes exclusively for about 9 years. When I find a good fit, they are very comfortable but mostly they are very inconsistent with sizing.
I was very disappointed with the Solar Earth shoe because the leather chipped off during normal use! I also have a friend that bought them (cheaper looking sole though) at a retail chain store for much much less and I paid about $100.
This style has a narrow heel and wide toe area so they are comfortable on my foot.
What's going on here? I think these are my last pair of Earth shoes! I expect shoes at this price to hold up better than these have.
Posted: May 10, 2009
Reviewer: Maria from Ithaca, NY
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Terrific shoes for comfort and posture -
These were my first Earth shoes and I've since bought 3 more pairs in different styles. These shoes were comfortable from day 1 and have been great for walking long distances. Not the best looking shoe, but somewhat cute. Only drawback with the negative heel is that these shoes are very flat and I've found that most of my pants drag on the ground in back if not cuffed.
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Imagine a shoe so different it changes how you think about footwear - and exercise. Earth shoes Kalsø® Negative Heel Technology® shifts your weight back, helping you burn calories while strengthening and toning your body. It’s a part of every Earth shoe design, and part of being good to your whole self.
Earth shoes Kalsø® Negative Heel Technology® also includes a unique design that positions your toes higher than your heels. A slight incline of 3.7º is complemented by support through the arch, which positions the body to trigger an array of benefits for the whole body. Earth shoes also feature a form-fitting, cushioned footbed with Gelron2000® memory gel to provide a comfortable and healthy experience.
For some time, Earth clothing and shoes have incorporated environmentally-friendly practices into the production. Continuously seeking to improve on all they do, Earth was one of the first manufacturers to dedicate 100% of its line to using water-based adhesives. In addition, they have increased its use of recycled cardboard shanks and environmentally-friendly uppers. Earth continually works to pursue more sustainable product development.
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Posted: May 10, 2009
Reviewer: Suzy F. from Albany, OR
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I love them as I do all of the Earth shoes that I have purchased. They are comfortable and I never feel like they have to be broken in. They fit true to size and look great with anything I wear.
Posted: May 8, 2009
Reviewer: from Spokane, WA
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Earth Solar comfort -
Overall, comfortable; adjust to negative heel easily. Would like to have been able to try a 1/2 size smaller, but love the shoes. Wear them often. Can’t comment on the increase in energy usage or fitness of back and lower and upper legs, and gluteal muscles, but early results feel positive. Best arch support I have had in a shoe. Looking forward to trying sport shoes, and professional style.
Posted: May 2, 2009
Reviewer: from Oroville, California
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Happy With Earth Shoes -
I am on my feet all day working in a doctor's office. This shoe was tight and uncomfortable at first as I generally wear a wide shoe but this one does not come in wide. I ordered it anyway as I felt it would work do to the shape of the shoe. I just finished my second week of wearing the shoes and they are now fitting great and wear them all day in comfort.
Posted: Apr 22, 2009
Reviewer: N. Owens from Illinois
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I've had my solar shoes for a couple of years now and they are still my favorite shoe. I don't actually use the strap most of the time, and prefer to wear them as slip ons. I just wrap the strap around the heel of the shoe, and lock it in place. Then if I need a more secure fit, I just put it back in place and I'm set. These shoes are great. I have a narrow foot, but I don't mind a bit of room in my shoe. It has nice secure fit and good arch support. :) I know some people think it's boxy, but I really enjoy the look (and have received a number of complements on them).
Posted: Apr 10, 2009
Reviewer: Gratefuljones from California
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the best shoes ever -
I bought this shoe 7 years ago and wore the soles down. I wear them almost daily and they lasted that long. Needing new shoes, I just bought the same thing; they seem upgraded: better hook-and-loops straps and nicer liner and cushioning inside. These shoes are worth the money. They really help my back from aching.
Posted: Mar 21, 2009
Reviewer: Julia J from Fair Oaks, CA
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I wore these shoes twice before the lining of the footbed started peeling away. Very strange. I love how these shoes look and they are pretty comfortable, but I have to put a little piece of moleskin near my arch on both sides because my flat feet rub where the sides and footbed meet. I have these in the brown and they do the same thing. I would still recommend these shoes even with the two problems. I have sciatica and painful feet and overall these shoes do help somewhat.
Posted: Mar 8, 2009
Reviewer: from Redding, California
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Earth's Solar is out of this World!
I don't just like this shoe, I love it. They were comfy the first time I wore them, no break-in period was required.
Posted: Feb 27, 2009
Reviewer: Olivia K from Indianapolis, IN
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Reviewer: Olivia K from Indianapolis, IN
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These are awesome shoes...they work with everything. Very comfortable. I wear heels to work daily and I wore these several times the first week I received them. I highly recommend, especially if you have foot problems or other joint issues like me. I only buy sofft shoes from now on. They can be a smidge constrictive in the toe bed, but they will stretch. I order about a half size up to allow for comfort. Great shoes, great brand!
Posted: Feb 23, 2009
Reviewer: Donna C from Shelton, WA
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Best shoes I’ve worn...two concerns even though I’ve worn them only two weeks I see the tread on the bottom is getting worn down already, and the arch support in my left shoe subtlety pokes my arch. I am on feet for the whole 8 hour shift. My back hasn't bothered me since I started wearing them and my posture does feel better. If the sole was more durable would be sooo good.
Posted: Jan 30, 2009
Reviewer: from San Diego, CA
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Love these shoes, super comfy and great for lower back and knees. I had them in black, I am a nurse on my feet a lot, so they wore out, and I had to order these in red, did not have my size in black. People at work have commented on loving the color. Does take a little getting used to fit of it, not as much cushion as other shoes, but def is healthier for low back and knees.
Posted: Jan 21, 2009
Reviewer: from San Antonio, Texas
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The toe box on this shoe is nice and roomy. I have trouble finding shoes that are not uncomfortable for my big toe, but this one is great. A little boxy in the looks department but worth the trade off. Shipping was prompt and website is easy to use.
