Customer Reviews Frye Carson Ballet

No arch support and tight toe-box. Back they go!

Loved the color of these flats, but too much toe is exposed, they were too large for my normal size 6 and the soles have no grip.

on the narrow side for a frye flat

I would have liked to keep these shoes, however, they are just too big/wide.

These were very stiff and not comfortable. I returned them because they didn't seem like they would break in very well.

Fit was good, but soles are way too slippery. They need some rubber treading to make them safe for me around house (hardwood floors) and work. I had to return them.

The quality of this Frye shoe is great but the antiquing makes it look dirty. One of the shoes had a much darker stain on one toe than the other which made it look accidental and dirty. Will be returning.

I bought these shoes in April 2019 and have only worn them occasionally to the office, so not a lot of wear and tear. Early on I began to notice that the crackle finish seemed to be rubbing off and in its place, brown leather showing through. I have never returned anything after this much time but for this price, I had to. Buyer beware of this crackle finish...it won't last long and the shoes will look old very quickly.

I tried 7.5 or 8. 7.5 was too small, and 8 was too big. I liked the style, but had to return them.

Very cute but I would not walk in them all day especially if you have arthritis or plantar fasciitis.

Super comfortable shoes. Got where they were going with the "antique" look but looking for more of a traditional beige flat, so returned these, unfortunately.

Wish they made a size 10 1/2 but no. Size 11 is too big , going to stuff some thick insoles in them and see if they stay on my feet. They sure are cute though.

Cute and comfortable, but not substantial enough for a lot of walking. Great with jeans. A little expensive for what they are.

I don't think I own any other $158 shoes, but I was willing to splurge for an amazingly comfortable, versatile nude flat. They arrived today and they don't feel any more comfortable or supportive than a pair I'd spend $50 on. Not worth it. They also feel about 1/2 size too big.

Looked great right out of the box and provides good foot support. The bottom is slippery and the shoe shape stretched out easily. Not recommended for wide feet and wearing on wet streets due to the bottom. Will take a few wears to soften the leather.

I was disappointed with these. I fell in love with the rich, dark brown color in the photos and, in person, it was not nearly as beautiful. The leather soles are incredibly slippery. I almost fell twice just trying them on around the house. They went back. Thanks Zappos for being so good about returns.

Returning it! Frye ballet shoes show too much toe cleavage.

The shoe was exactly what I wanted--EXCEPT...I ordered an 8, which is what I wear in just about every shoe I buy. It was way too tight. So I ordered a 9, which fell off my foot. So, I ordered an 8.5, which was slightly too big. This is not the first time I've had a problem fitting to Frye's. Perhaps it's just me. But I was really disappointed that I couldn't find the right fit.

Wanted to love them. Bought in several colors. Made the back of my foot bleed. I’ve never returned a show that I have worn, but I also have never had my skin torn off like this either! I see other people’s reviews where they have worn something and returned. Not sure if it’s possible. But I will try. So :( they were cute.

The material was very nice and I had high hopes, but something about this shoe was "off". The sides were cut too low and they rubbed my instep in a very weird spot. The toe box was a little to short in that the top of my toenail rubbed uncomfortably on the top of the shoe. This is not an instance of the shoe being too short because if I'd sized up I would've walked right out of it. Also, these things are SUPER slippery. I slipped several times walking across the tile floor in my bedroom. I really wanted to like these shoes but they just aren't wearable for me.

They were too short for me and because they were fairly wide and have such little material over the toes, I did not try the next half size up because I was afraid they would not stay on my foot.

These were cute little ballet flats. Unfortunately they were so snug and my toes were all the way to the end—had to go back.

I wear a 7.5 and even the 8 felt right. Beautiful distressed leather but it feels the shoe felt hard so it will require some Break in time. The sole was firm and great for support.

Such a great looking shoe. I ordered the gorgeous dark sage color. They were really small though! I have narrow, low-volume feet, but I could barely get my foot into the shoe. Unfortunately, the larger sizes have sold out, so none for me.

These shoes are very cute, and maintain a nice profile even after broken-in. They were painfully narrow at first, but after wearing a couple times they molded nicely to my feet. The soles are super slick, so roughing them up a bit by shuffling on concrete is helpful to keep from slipping. The only problem I have is that after wearing them for about 6 months (a couple times a week), the upper is pulling away from the sole around the sides and toebox. The soles are also not durable AT ALL and have worn down to the point that the stitching of the sole is starting to wear away. I work in an office, so I'm not putting tons of miles on them, or using them for extreme activity. I'm pretty sad that they aren't more durable, because if they were I would have a pair in every color!!!