Customer Reviews Cole Haan Howland Penny

Don't wear these shoes when you walk. Believe it. The toes get completely scuffed because of the tiny front toe sole, that unless you are gliding on carpet, you are doomed for destruction. And that's if you can even keep them on your feet long enough without the pain. The sizes are way too small and the leather doesn't give. As a loyal Cole Haan wearer for decades I am amazed they make these product.

I purchased these shoes about 8 months ago and my use of them has been infrequent. Overall the shoe looks nice and it is comfortable, I have a W size. However the leather on the right shoe at the bottom has begun to split, about 4 to 5 inches. Very disappointing given the price of the shoes. I would not recommend.

Great shoe, but if you are considering this to be your daily wear, expect it to not hold up forever. Don't consider these the same ilk of the Santa Barbara penny or any of the other "harder" leather Cole Haan's. They're much more akin to a Sperry Topsider - soft leather. Unbelievably comfortable. But, for the price, I do wish they would have lasted a touch longer.

I've ordered many, many pairs of shoes from Zappos in 9.5W 99% of the time including other Cole Haans. While these shoes are stylish and might be comfortable, I wouldn't know since they were nowhere near true to size and could not even be tried on! I even checked the box to make sure it was the correct item to no avail. Order with caution or order 1/2 to 1 full size larger...a big disappointment!