Customer Reviews KEEN Whisper
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67%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
76%"Felt true to size"
88%"Felt true to width"
69%"Moderate arch support"
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I am just going to comment on the fit, because obviously these things are too cute! I typically wear a 9.5 and have had ordered these in a 9 and 9.5. I ended up keeping the 9. I will echo the comment below that my heel continually seems to be hanging off the back of the sandal. It\'s almost as if the hole you slide your foot into should be centered further toward the toe of the shoe. But, what I want to say is, ordering a size bigger doesn\'t solve this problem, so if you can\'t live with it, don\'t go through the hassle of ordering the next size up. It just gives you more room in the toes.
Jessica, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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The ol' plantar fasciitis is acting up and I need some new sandals. I wear a UK 42 or US 11-11.5 and need a narrower shoe. These were good on the latter point. As for length, they fit but didn't give any extra room at the toes. These are a beautiful color, cute and strappy (and a little more feminine than older styles). Unfortunately, what I need right now is good arch support and these just didn't have it so they had to be returned. Ditto for the Whisper Mules. Too bad.
I'd also recommend:
Merrell, Ecco, Teva
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Comfortable for most conditions, and wonderfully lightweight. Washable, but the neoprene lining slows its drying.I presume it would be a great beach or boardwalk sandal, though I'm not a beach person. My foot is narrower than the B width bought. Using the drawstring type tightener, I have found the shoe very comfortable when just idling, or when outdoors in normal conditions for me (training dogs in a swamp or on sand and water in cranberry bogs). It proved inadequate to walking over large, wet rocks, because there was no way to tighten the ankle area sufficiently and my foot slipped a lot. Can I say N/A for fashion rating? I don't get how this shoe can have such a rating, or why anyone would care.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Please be advised the color is much brighter than the main image or the enlarged images show (I thought they would be a pretty dull Blue). They were more like Bright Turquoise. These actually fit my foot a little better than the Keens I'm getting, but I didn't like how bright they were and probably a great river sandal.
I'd also recommend:
Teva, Sanuk
Monica, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Very light and comfy. Much lighter than original Keens, but without the arch support. Despite that, were the answer for a 2 week vacation. Work well in and out of the water. I got the shoes for all things Florida including Disney World, South Beach and Key West. Worked great for all. These are not the most attractive sandals you\'ll ever own thanks to the colors, but you will find them comfortable day after day. They run mostly true to size, maybe a bit small. all in all, great buy. I\'d get another pair if only they weren\'t so limited in color selection.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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It\'s very comfortable in and out of the water. The secure fit and durability are great for sailing. I think the sizing runs a 1\/2 to full size large. I have a pair of Tevas in the same size and the Keens are bigger. My foot tends to sit at the back of the shoe. Overall, I\'m happy with it\'s performance.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Love these shoes. Totally wearable for hours and miles right out of the box. Based on others comments on Keen, I did order a half size larger than normal which proved necessary. I\'ve returned other Keens for the toe being short in my regular size. Although I\'m disappointed in the arch support, these shoes are being worn regularly. Concerns over how they would feel without socks were put to rest as they are soft and comfy in the foot bed with no rubbing. I recommend these to all hikers, walkers, gardeners etc.
I'd also recommend:
Merrill\'s have better arch support
Jacque, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I love these shoes. They are my third pair of Keens. They are light-weight, extremely comfortable and very sleek compared to my other Keens. The one issue with them is they run big. I usually wear a size 9 1/2. I got these and they were huge. I sent them back and got a 9, and still too big but I kept them because it was beginning to be a hassle. They are a little too roomy now but fine.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I have narrow feet and it is always very difficult to find sandals. As soon as I put the Whisper on I knew I would buy it. I did have to go up 1/2 size for toe room. I purchased the black and gray combo and like it very much. I work at a garden center all summer and my feet get wet. Sandals dry quickly, have good stability and comfort throughout the work day.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I really wanted to love this shoe, since I do like keens! Unfortunately, though, it just didn't fit quite right. I'm usually a size 5.5 in Keens, and the 5.5 fit fine in the footbed and heel, but my big toe barely came under the rubber part. I don't know why. So I tried a size 5, but it felt too tight and my heel hung off the end a little bit. I decided to send both back. It's too bad because the brindle colorway is really pretty, and the shoe does have a more streamlined feminine look than some of the other Keen water shoes.
Mace, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I love these Keens. They are a little bit narrower, lighter and less bulky than most other Keens I have worn, and those qualities are what I appreciate most. I haven't even used them backpacking yet, but I know they will work very well. Meanwhile, I find myself slipping into them in the mornings, forgetting all about my semi-arthritic feet the rest of the day--so comfortable! I don't feel they are quite true to size.
Nancy T, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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The sole provides a good rubbery grip on your foot, so no sliding, even when wading through a puddle. However, because the rest of the shoe is made entirely of stretchy fabric, I didn\'t feel like there was much support\/stability offered. After wearing a few times, it felt like the fabric had stretched to the point where the shoes were a bit loose. Maybe a smaller size would\'ve helped alleviate this issue? \r\n\r\nOverall, a comfy all-terrain shoe, just a little lacking in solid support around the top of the foot.
Sarah F, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These shoes are great, but they do run a bit large. I have a pair of Keen H2s that I LOVE, and I wear a 9.5, but I needed a 9 in these!
Gretchen P, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These are my new favorite shoes! They have the Keen comfort without being so big and boxy. The length seems to be true to size.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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These are the closest things I have ever had on that felt like no shoes at all. They are great. For dusty hiking, I used light socks. Fit was perfect with my normal size (8.5).\r\n\r\n
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These are attractive, functional sandals. They fit relatively well, although they are less comfortable when wet. They do not absorb much water, dry relatively fast, and stay on your feet.\r\n\r\n
I'd also recommend:
Teva
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
These immediately became my new, all around activity shoe. They've also served their intended purpose for water and rocks with great success. I kept my toes safe and they dried fast. They are very comfortable and super lightweight, lighter than many of the other Keen shoes, I think. I would love it if this shoe provided a bit of arch support. Also, these shoes seem to run just a tad large, and I was tempted to send them back for the next half size down.
Jaime L, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Very comfortable and quite a bit narrower than other Keens. I use them for all types of outdoor exercise. However, I ordered 1/2 size larger than normal due to other customer recommendations and other Keens that I have had and these were too long. Soles seem to transfer heat from hot ground more than other sandals and hold it for longer. I often have to take them off to cool off my feet, which is strange for a sandal!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Very comfortable. I usually wear a 6.5 or 7 and was surprised I fit in a size 6. These seem narrower then the others and fit me better. I like the newer light weight. Could use a bit more arch support, but this is my usual problem. Perfect for me.
I'd also recommend:
Clarks
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I love the look of the shoes, but the fit is awkward. I always wear a size 7-7.5, but I had to get these in 6.5 and they still feel a bit big. I don't like how my pinky toe sticks out. I do like them, but they're not as comfortable as I would like.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Very comfortable, cushy footbed with the Whisper, but I wish this shoe had as much arch support as my other Keens. I love my Keen boots & hybrids for hiking, kayaking, and around town, but wish there was better consistency in the size/fit from one style to another.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
I have just rec'd my Keen Whispers and I think I may have found the perfect shoe for upcoming vacation. My husband will think they are ugly but he will be happy when I don't complain about my aching feet. The footbed is quite spongy at first touch so I anticipate they will be comfortable and I think the look is quite snazzy. (My only concern is when I opened the box the sandals had a strong odor of which I assume will fade) I have the Keen Calistoga sandal in size 9, which fit perfectly, but in the Whisper I needed to go to 9.5. (Thank you Zappos for fast wonderful customer service by the way!)
Julie, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Love them. Great in the water and out. The only con is that my little toe slips out between the straps sometimes.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I loved these water sandals right out of the box- the fit seemed great initially; however, after wearing them for only 10 minutes in my house, the ankle strap was digging in beneath the outside ankle bone- on both sides. I had red marks on both of my outer ankles in that short amount of time. No amount of adjusting the tightness would help. They would be even worse wet and I can’t imagine them on a hike. So sad, because they’re really cute. I’m retuning.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Part of the reason I ordered these was that Keens have a reputation for being wide. These were so narrow that I couldn’t even get my foot in. I thought about reordering in a larger size, but when I held the shoe up against my foot, it was already longer than my foot. Don’t order if your feet run wide.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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