Customer Reviews Alegria Paloma

Absolutely love the comfort of these shoes. I'm a long time Dansko gal, but I have been converted. I wish the styling details were a little less flashy (gold thread, etc.). I can walk long distances in these shoes and feel completely stable. Order a 1/2 size up because of the curve up on the toe box.

I love these shoes! They are perfect for being on your feet all day on hard surfaces, or even long walks. I have two pairs - a bright, fuchsia pink with drawings all over them (no longer available) and charcoal gray with a Sparkly Skull embellishment on the strap. I love the roomy toe box, I love the cushion of the insoles, I love the strong velcro, adjustable straps. My only gripe about this shoe is the very hard sole. It is ideal when on any even surfaces (think concrete, hospital floors, the mall, evenly paved roads/sidewalks). When I, personally, walk with these on cobblestones or uneven ground, I am prone to rolling my ankle(s). (I did this twice in Scotland and once in London, where many roads and sidewalks are uneven.) Other than that little fact, these are, quite possibly the perfect every day shoe. The toe box is very roomy and ergonomically correct, so the shoe looks wider than the average shoe. I actually love that look, it gives them a funky vibe that looks great with wide bootcut jeans. But I tend towards the funky shoe. Regardless, these things are super comfortable.

I love these shoes! I have now bought 3 more of the Palomas, 1 Carina and 1 Etta. The arch support is wonderful and they're just really cute, comfy shoes. I bought 1 size larger than I normally wear and that works great with or without socks. I'll probably buy more in other colors too!

After trying Danskos and being miserable in them for over six months - they are too heavy, and the arch in the sole made me end up with foot, hip, and back pain by the end of a 12-hour shift, I bought the Alegrias and I love them. The solid sole across the bottom and the fact that they are a very lightweight shoe that still gives great arch support (mine are high) makes them extremely comfortable for me. We are also under a very strict dress code, so I love the unique and creative design that lets me add some uniqueness to my work uniform!

I'm a true Wide. My left foot is a size 9 and the right foot size is 8 1/2. So at first I chose size 38, it did not work for me too tight in the toe box no wiggle room for my toes and I exchange to a size 39 fit like a charm. I like lose fitting so my toes can move around in the toe box. I love the comfort inside as well. My feet are thanking me because walking in DC can be you know what. Kudos to Zappos - you guys are great with shipping so fast, especially when I did an exchange for size 39.

The style and color of this shoe are everything I wanted only I have very thin heels (feet, too) and this discomfort didn't made them too difficult to walk. Thank you.

I have very skinny heels and very sensitive to backs of shoes. I loved this shoe and am very sad that I can't fit this shoe so I am returning the pair. Thank you!

Comfy and fashionable enough to wear with my favorite long skirt. Heavier than my tennis shoes, but I got used to that. Also, the velcro strap is great. Had to get used to walking in these soles, as well...a bit awkward at first.

I just got this shoe, and love it, so comfy, SO CUTE! I will be ordering more of this style. It fits my Fred Flintstone feet to perfection! Most times, I am better off leaving the shoes at the store, and wearing the box home. I am ecstatic!

Cute shoe and super comfortable. My custom orthotics fit nicely in this shoe (very few shoes can). I will be ordering more Alegria shoes.

These shoes are flippin' awesome! I get so many compliments on them and they are super comfortable. I have 6 pairs and can't wait to get more. I want to clarify my rating on arch support below. I have very flat feet. When I get shoes with very high arch supports, I feel like I am stepping on a boulder. Alegria's are supportive, but not so much so in the arch that it hurts.

I absolutely love these shoes! Not only are they the cutest! But they are comfortable for an entire 12 hour nurse shift at the hospital and then some. I have two more pairs of these - the elphants and the stars - I love them all!

I finally after all these years found the perfect shoe! I am in the medical field, and have tried all kinds of shoes. I have issues with my feet, knees, and back. I have never had a pair of shoes that were this comfortable. No break in time at all. I could be a spokes person for this brand! I just bought my second pair, and it is all I want to wear! I finally found the perfect shoes after all these years!

I wear these beauties regularly at work where I am on my feet all day. They are so comfortable that I even chose to wear them instead of sneakers or hikers for a day walking the Freedom Trail in Boston. The inserts are very comfortable for my crazy feet, and you can't beat the style for a touch of pizazz! The only issue I found was a squeaky sound that was eliminated when I took out the insert and rubbed baby powder on the insides of the shoe and seams. No more squeaks and they still look like new!

Although I LOVE my new Pewter Black Tumble Palomas I had a bit of a problem when I first opened the box. The silver button did not look like what is pictured. I called customer service and explained that the button on my pair looked white and clay-like. I sent the first pair back and received another pair which looked just the same. I was ready to be disappointed thinking the button had changed and I was just out of luck. Fortunately, my husband was at home and I showed him the shoes and he picked at the button and discovered it was covered in very tightly fitted tissue paper. Perhaps I'm the only one who didn't realize it was covered, but in case anyone else out there orders these great shoes and thinks the button doesn't look right, peel the paper off! I wish the customer service representative had known this when I called about the first pair because it would have saved us both the trouble of a return and replacement pair. The end of the story is that I am delighted with the shoes, just hope by telling my story someone else can avoid this hassle.

These shoes are awesome! A lady in the beauty shop had on a pair and was going on and on about them. I came home, looked them up and ordered 2 pair, one is a sandel. They have such great arch support, really comfortable with my planters faciitis. I LOVE theses shoes and the patterns are so cute. I got the ones with cats on them! You're feet will love them!

I am in heaven with these shoes. They feel great and have amazing arch support. Will be purchasing many more. Thanks Zappos for such quick shipping.

I have hard to fit feet, wide with a high arch and high instep. This is the type of shoe I yearn for, and so rarely find - one that fit's perfectly, is wide enough, has good arch support, is cute, and feels great the first time I wear it! I've already purchased a sandal in this brand, and have already recommended to others. This may be my new favorite shoe brand.

Cute! Cute! Cute! And of course the comfort too.... this is my third pair of Alegria Palomas.

Great shoes. Loads of compliments. I love the Paloma's. This is my third pair. It does take awhile to break them in. I love Dansko too, but these are so much lighter.

I just received my first pair of Alegria shoes. The Paloma style fits my feet and the comfort is delightful. Although this is my first pair, it definitely will not be the last. Alegria shoes are perfect for running errands and meeting friends for brunch.

These shoes are excellent for plantar fasciitis. They also have excellent stabilizing on the bottom and sides so if you roll your foot in or out these shoes basically won't let you do that. I have a wide foot with a high instep and these work for me - not many shoes do. I also wear the basic tenny from New Balance but these are more dressy with pants. (I hate tennies but I have to wear them now.) The only issue I have is the bottom of these shoes are a bit slippery for the winter, and for some reason my second pair are squeaky a bit from the leather rubbing with the insoles.

The most comfortable shoe ever. Great in wet weather and I always get compliments on how cute these are. I love the extra inches in height. It is a little squeaky - not the sole, just the shoe itself.

Love these shoes! Need to break in, but so cute and sturdy. Did i say cute? The silver button and butterfly. Just wish they were less expensive.

These shoes are unbelievably comfortable. They look a bit goofy, but it's worth it to me. I bought my usual size 9/40 and the fit is great, true to size. I've been wearing them for 5 hours with no socks and no pain.