Customer Reviews Privo by Clarks Acacia

Runs short - Great shoe in theory, but it runs so short that my toes cramp after a short while, but long enough that the shoes got dirty and it was too late to return them. I can still wear them for short errands that don't require much running, though.

Comfortable shoe - I was looking for a comfortable, casual shoe and this one is great. The look is sporty and it is ideal for the summer when you don't want something too bulky.

Comfortable and cute - Many friends had told me how comfortable their Privos were and I have to agree that they are a great balance of comfort and style. I walk a significant amount each day and these shoes provide the cushioning that I need. I have narrow heels and I am getting some irritation where my heel slips a bit in the shoe while walking, but that seems to be getting better as I wear in the shoes.

Not that small - Since the other reviews said that the shoe ran large, I purchased it a full size smaller than usual (6.5 rather than 7.5). The shoes felt okay when I wore them at home, but after a long day in the Florida heat, my feet were in agony and I developed a blister on my heel. If I had to do it over, I would have gotten 1/2 size smaller.

Privo Acacia - Nice looking shoe! Get many compliments! I also keep getting a blister on my one heel after wearing it all day at work. I did order half size smaller as suggested by many buyers and I am glad I did-the fit is fine. I like them and am hoping the blister thing will stop!

Cute but not a walking shoe - Cute and comfortable if you are not doing a lot a walking. I wore these to work and on my break took only a one mile walk. My knees and back were hurting. They do not offer support.

The previous reviews were a bit misleading... Previously, the reviews had said this shoe runs a 1/2 size big, so I got it in a 9W (I wear a 9 1/2W) and will have to return it for a larger size--no way does it run a 1/2 size big! They are cute and the sole itself reminds me of my favorite Float style (which does not come in black, more's the pity!), so I will give it another try in a larger size.

Comfy - These shoes are sweet little kick-around sneakers with a bit of pizzazz. I got them in orange. They run large, so get a half-a-size smaller than usual. I got a 6 1/2 rather than my usual 7 and they were still a little too wide, which makes them slip. Still, I like them!

Super comfy! Just got these shoes from Zappos. I ordered them on a Friday morning and got them on the following Monday morning, and that was just the standard free shipping! I got these shoes for work and they're so comfortable. Besides being a little pricey, I really have no complaints at all. They're very lightweight and don't feel clunky and feel great on my feet with no breaking in required. Ordered them in the black nubuck along with the Privo Spangle in black nubuck as well and they're both very cute! I ordered half a size smaller than I usually wear (I wear a 7 1/2 and ordered a 7) and they fit perfectly. I just wish that Privo had more styles available--I'd buy more!

I wanted a comfortable, stylish shoe for traveling, and the Acacia seems perfect. I ordered a half size smaller based on the reviews--a 5.5 while my usual size is a 6. My ball of my foot is a little wide and I found the 5.5 to be a little snug across the top. I'm going to return them. But the shoe is cute and comfortable, and the Zappos service is amazing. I'll definitely be a return customer.

These shoes are very COMFY. I don't wear socks with them. My feet get sweaty in them pretty fast because of the rubber insoles. That is my only complaint about these very cute and comfortable shoes.

Super Cute. Great style and comfort after the initial rubbing on my heels that caused a few blisters (transition from winter to summer, socks vs. no socks).

Adorable and functional - I love these shoes and SO wanted them to fit. The shoe has a wonderful design, and Clark's can't be beat for quality for the money. I have a big fat arthritic toe from my days as a dancer and it hits up against the side of the shoe. I wanted them for when I go to dance and yoga class and want to bop around town afterward. If your feet are anywhere near normal, you will love these!

Another Privo Winner - I do love the "Privo" brand and this is the second shoe of similar style I've purchased. They are very comfortable and one can walk forever in them. Great for airports ~ easy off and easy on! The elastic strap at the top keeps the shoe in place nicely. I have them in black and, with white socks, they look like cute Mary Janes. Order a half size smaller then normal.

Just what I was looking for - I love this brand of shoes. Every pair I own is my "go to" shoe for comfort in a shoe that is trendy. I'm always am asked, "Where did you get those shoes?" when I order a new style from Zappos.

Very happy with product - Very happy with product, look good with jeans, and sweat suit. Overall I look for comfort in a shoe, and really like how they feel on.

Cute but not on my feet - Overall seem like good shoe, they look cute when I look down at my feet, but in mirror from sideways angles they make my feet look super long and flat (size 8). I am returning them and I may be picky but thought they would look silly with shorts since my feet look elongated.

A comfortable shoe, fits exactly to size. I thought the picture made it seem like a little more of a neutral color (even though it was called "pear") than it turned out to be. Still, I liked them.

Order your true size - I found this shoe to be true to size, at least for my wide feet. It's a great substitute shoe for the standard white tennie, and a bit dressier.

Oversized, but cute! I am a true 8.5 and ordered an 8 ... which is even on the borderline of being a bit too big. Definitely order down at least a half-size, keeping in mind that this shoe is typical to ballet flat fit, with nothing much to hold it onto your foot. The little elastic strap is nice, but is more stylish than functional. Large-ness aside, this is a great looking shoe and definitely comfortable. A nice heel cup makes it fit better than most ballet-flat types. Cushy insole, and all-around cute and sporty casual shoe, which I plan to wear as an alternative to sandals and flip-flops as the weather gets warm. Privo makes some great shoes (I own some flip flops from last season), but they need to adjust their sizing scale. Everything I have ordered in their line has run large.

Seems a bit big but still comfy and looks great with jeans - I've bought Privo before and the tend to feel longer than marked, so I went down a size. In that previous pair I regretted it because eventually my feet would swell up and it would feel tight. This time a round I kept to my size but it feels like it may slip off. I solved the problem with a heel cushion. They look great and once the heel cushion was in, the shoe was very comfortable.

Larger than normal - I had to send back and get a half size smaller. Still a little big and made huge blister on back of both of my feet. (Only wore one hour) I don’t know the problem but these are not comfort shoes as you would think. And they are huge.

Supportive but bad fit - I ordered these shoes when I was 6 months pregnant. I wanted a comfortable, supportive walking shoe that didn't look orthopedic. I normally wear a 7 1/2 and I ordered a 7. The length fit is fine, but they are wide (although I do have narrow feet). The shoes are very supportive, however, I have worn them no less than 15 times in 3 weeks and every time I wear them, I get a new blister. The blisters are now all located around my heels. I even bought Dr. Scholl's heel grips hoping those would help. No such luck. As soon as the sores heel, I am going to continue trying to break them in. I'm just frustrated that a shoe this pricey is taking me so long to get comfortable in.

Alright, I guess. Cute and pretty comfortable, but honestly I feel like my old Converse with Dr Scholl's arch support inserts were just as supportive for a long day on my feet. Plus, the metal ring leaves indents on the top of your feet. I do like that they feel secure on, but are easy to slip off when you want to. I'll keep wearing them, but wouldn't recommend them (at least not this style). Not worth the $80 plus I paid for them...