Customer Reviews Alegria Belle

The thickness of the insole made the shoe very tight, impossible to wear. Without the insole it fit fine but was so uncomfortable. I had to return them.

I have a size 8 THIN foot. Not narrow. The Alegria, along with many other brands, now make shoes to fit a FAT foot, different from a wide foot. I have tried on at least 14 pair of black enclosed shoes, of various brands. No matter what the brand is, they are now made for a FAT foot. Plus, the Alegria, no longer makes a pure size 8. I had to order an 8-8.5, which is too big, plus made for a fat foot. Now, for special occasions, I have to wear black tennis shoes, besides not being able to wear a dress anymore.

This was my third pair of Algeria’s, but unfortunately I had to return them. Both shoes squeaked - loud squeaks - there was no fixing it. The shoes were beautiful and comfortable, but unfortunately they sounded like clown shoes.

I was replacing a pair of Alegria Belles, which I have worn for years, but these new ones (in the same size) are completely unwearable! They are much shorter, the toe box is tighter, and the insole seems less supportive. If you are replacing a beloved pair, size up, but also, definitely think twice!

If you like boxy styles, this might work for you. My biggest drawback was the style of fit. My second toe is longer than my big toe and the rest of my toes decrease in size from that point. So it felt like it was a half size too small. Similar fit to Born shoes.

Zappos needs to update the photo of Crinkle. been reading what other buyers have commented. Alegria no longer makes Belle in Nappa. Crinkle is Waxy. Ordered my 7th pair of Alegrias from another site. my 3rd Belle. exact same size but new one has left all my toes sore for weeks, even in other shoes, from wearing the new Belles which are too short. also stiff and rub under ankle bones. am going to put them in the freezer with bags of water inside shoes attempt stretch them. not hopef

I'm on my feet constantly as a nurse. I bought these shoes hoping that they would be the cure to my sore feet and calves, but instead I was left with two painful heal ulcers the first time I wore them. I haven't been able to even wear them a second time because my foot is still trying to heal while constantly being rubbed against by my older shoes every day at work. I wish I had bought a nice pair of sneakers instead.

I ordered the Alegria Belles before traveling out of state to a family funeral for which I had prepared a speech. My suitcase was lost at O'Hare and I did not recover it until I returned home. Thankfully, my new Alegrias were on my feet when I left home because they took me to the funeral and then hiking in the national park for four days. I have painful feet from walking constantly for 60 years. These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned. And I've owned a lot of shoes!