Customer Reviews French Sole Sloop

This is really the perfect black flat to me. I don't find that it gets dirty or loses its shape too easily. Even though I don't have flat feet, I've never felt like the sole was too thin or unpadded (though maybe it's from years of walking on Converse). Only complaint is that I have very narrow feet and sometimes the sides don't cling to my foot, so you can see some of the white inside, but overall, it's a very minor complaint/not too noticeable.

Cute Little Shoe! This is a very cute little flat. I bought the giraffe print and get compliments every time I wear it. There is not much padding / support, but enough for light walking and getting around. It's a great shoe to dress up or dress down depending on what you are wearing. Be sure to order up a full size - these run very small. Zappos - as always - shipped them out FAST. Their service is Excellent!

Love them! These are my new favorite shoes. So comfortable, they are like walking around in slippers. I'm thinking about what color to buy next...

Worth the wait! I had been searching everywhere for this shoe! Its fit and comfort are perfection and worth every penny. Because this shoe is so soft, I was able to get only a half size bigger than I normally do. The other reviews were right; the shoe does run small (almost a full size smaller than it should).

Deeply saddened - I really wanted these shoes to be as in the photo. They are only house shoes - NOT street shoes and cheaply made at that. Can't anyone make a simple, sturdy, well cut, suede skimmer/ballerina flat? I have been looking for a long time. These are not it. I am sending them back and will keep looking. They do run a half to full size smaller than labeled and the colors are not as rich as in the photos; mine even seemed a little worn. The pink are also old stock and do not have the little label on the heel like the newer ones do. If I have to, I'll hire my own Italian cobbler to make my shoes…

Comfy classic ballet slipper - Finally found the right size for French Sole... in this style. Went up a half size to 7 and they fit perfect. No arch support, so not a good walking shoe for long distance. These work well with cropped pants and skirts, perfect for summer!

FANTASTIC! I trusted the other people and bought them a 1/2 size larger - they are simply marvelous! I own them in teal, beige, red and black! I wish they would have them in navy and yellow as well!

AWESOME SHOES!!!! I really wanted something different, comfortable and funky...I’m soo happy with my new RED SHOES!!!!...BUT YOU HAVE TO BUY A HALF SIZE LARGER FOR SURE!

I think I just met my dream shoe. They came in the mail today and they are so soft. I'm glad I got half a size up because a regular 8 would have been too small. The top seam rubs a little bit on my heel, but it's the sort of rub that I can get used to. (Sort of like breaking in Chaco’s, but less painful) I really like them, and the grey is such a dark and pretty color. I may order them in pink later on.

Great product! I love these shoes. They are very well made, in Italy. They do run 1/2 a size small. I usually wear size 8, I ordered an 8 1/2 and they fit well...they stretch out a little after being worn. I have wide feet, and have had no problems with these shoes. These shoes are very flat though. No support. Other than that they are very cute. I wear them all the time.

Lovely shoe - Very comfortable yet elegant. I waited for these shoes for a while and I was not disappointed.

Comfy and sweet - If you like simple, comfy, sweet and sophisticated shoes, these are for you! These are my favorite shoes- I have them in two colors, and plan to get another spring color soon. My only complaint, because I wear them so much, is cleaning the suede-- especially the lighter colors. But the dry cleaning was worth the cost to renew my favorite shoes...

Slipper shoes! I love these shoes - this is the first time in my life, however, that I've purchased an 8 1/2 size - I usually wear 8, sometimes 7 1/2. I returned a pair of 8s and am glad I found these in this size on Zappos - I'm sure I'll wear these all the time!

Great looking but not much support - Very cute and practical shoe. The color selection is great. It is truly a "flat" however and, as such, doesn't offer much support. I wear mine all day and, by the end of the day, am aware that there isn't much cushion between the soles of my feet and the hard ground! Although I am a "woman of a certain age", this shoe can be worn by anyone. My daughter ordered some as soon as she saw me wearing them!

Love them. I ordered the brick red, and it seemed to have more orange in it than the picture shows, especially when you take them out in the sunlight. I returned them for another color, but they were so very comfortable. I can't wait to get the new pair. I agree with everyone who says to size up a bit. The service at Zappos can't be beat!

Comfort Plus - I've worn a lot of "ballet" flats in my time, and these are by far the most comfortable. I loved the black ones so much, I bought another pair in teal. The price was a bit steep for such a shoe, I'll admit, but as soon as I put them on, it seemed they were made for the contours of my feet. Most others I've worn required an uncomfortable break-in period; some I've even had to give to Good Will because they never fit right. These, though, my feet highly recommend.

Sad for women with larger feet - I wear a 10 and could not get my foot into the 10 (bought it elsewhere), I wish French Sole made an 11! Definitely size up at least 1 size when ordering.

French Sole Sloop - I received my SLOOPS today - this is the 2nd pair I ordered. The first pair was my regular size (9) and that was NOT happening. I needed the 10 - as the reviews said - so I have the 10 and it is much better - snug but not tight and I know they will stretch. LOVE THEM!

Adorable without being cutesy! Everyone was right. Order 1/2 size larger. The shoe has a great look. I wore them last week and have several compliments. It surprised me because it is such a simple shoe, however, less is more and this shoe has great style.

FSNY Sloop - I do a lot of walking (live in NYC), so it’s very hard to find flats that won't cause blisters. These are the best ballet flats I have ever purchased. They do feel very much like slippers which means they don't offer much support. The back is very soft and does not cause blisters. Best purchase. Hope they get more! Although I did order a half a size larger and did get the wider one which was a perfect fit.

Amazing flats! These are the most comfortable flats in the world (and I have tons of flats). I have this style in two colors and they are now the only shoes I wear to work. They feel like slippers and are the only shoes I've ever owned that have never given me blisters. I wear these a full size larger than my normal size. They have also stretched a bit, but it's a small price to pay for such a cute and comfortable shoe.

I read a lot of the reviews to order a size larger, but I would actually recommend ordering true to size and bearing with the pain for the first few times. I did this, and after wearing them about four times, they fit perfectly to my foot and are really comfortable. I think if I had ordered larger, they'd be falling off my foot now.

Read the reviews! I read all the reviews of this shoe... still ordered my usual size. ORDER AT LEAST HALF SIZE UP!

Great ballet flat - I have been searching for a simple flat - no bows, heels, or sparkles. This is great! Definitely order a 1/2 size up, and you may want to consider an insole - there is no support and the cushioning wears out - a two dollar Dr. Scholl’s insole solves it well. I want every color!

Perfect - I completely agree with the other reviews, buy this shoe a 1/2 size larger. I did and it is perfect. I have received so many compliments. Due to the thin sole, when I walk on hard surfaces it feels as if I am barefoot. I bought an insole (a half one that is just for the heel) and that solved the problem (it is not a problem on carpet - just hard surfaces).