Customer Reviews OluKai Kulapa Kai

This is my first pair of Olukai’s. I have tried many on but finally decided to purchase when my 5-year old Vionics finally gave out. I have to say they are comfortable but not near as substantial as I thought they would be. The sole is super thin and I don’t think they will ever last as long as I hoped. Maybe i’ll be wrong - hope so. Overall just feeling average about these shoes. Going to keep them but my jury is out. Not sure the value is there for the price.

My foot measures between a 7 and 7.5 M. I wear a 7 in most flip flops. These had such high ratings and I had hopes they would fit. They are 1/2 size too small and too tight in the toe area. The pink strap digs into the top of my foot. I have a fairly narrow and small foot. I wish, like many others, this shoe came in a half size. Unfortunately will have to return.

The 7, my normal shoe size was too small but the 8 was too big in the straps.

Cute sandal but for the price not that comfy. The arch support is good but the sandal itself isn’t very flexible and kind of stiff.

I love OluKai and these are my favorite for comfort but they turn my toes black!

I have recently become an Olukai convert for the mesh tennis shoe. However, I ordered these expecting to love them. The shoe fits my foot, but the actual arch support is 1/2 inch off where my actual arch is. Strange, but I ended up returning them.

Have about 10 pair of Olukai sandals but was disappointed with these. Absolutely no arch support. Also I am a true size 9 and these are very small. I would need a half size larger but they aren't available in half sizes. I am returning these and will be ordering something else.

This is a pretty purple shoe which I doubt I'll ever wear. I am a FITFLOP fan having worn them for years. This was the first time I decided to try something flatter and less structured. My foot doesn't just slide into these like I'm used to. They are a little too soft for that. And the way the thong sits - my foot is turned just a bit which makes them appear narrow. I wanted a casual purple flip flop but I didn't want to have to think about them when I'm wearing them. I would have gone for 2 stars but I'm FitFlop biased.

I guess I'm in the minority here...much prefer Chaco's to these. This pair just feels like 'expensive flip flops' to me. Moderate arch support, yet allows my foot to really spread. Don't feel like they would be comfortable to wear all day.

I own this same style flip flop in orange and grey and I love it. I am returning this one because I do not care for the new material they are using to make the sole of the shoe. It is not as comfortable as my other pair.

Hmm...I'm not quite sure how I feel about these shoes. Here's what I like about them: 1. lots of color choices 2. great arch support 3. casual but stylish look Here's what I am not so happy with: 1. I wear a size 7 so the footbed fits fine. The straps are tight though. I'm hoping that with a little more wear they will loosen up a bit. 2. There were these little "barbs" sticking out around the edge of the footbed on both shoes. I noticed one of these little things poking my toes the first time I wore the shoes. I took a closer look and these little hard nubs were part of the rubber at random spots around the edges. Since I already wore the shoes outside I can't return them so I ended taking a pair of nail clippers and clipping off these little pointy chunks to smooth out the edge of the shoes. I was disappointed that I would have to smooth out the edges of a $60 pair of flip flops. 3. These shoes are noisy. When I walk around it sounds like I have pieces of tape along the bottom of the shoes and they are sticking to the floor. I took the shoes off and bent them a little and there's the sound! I can't tell if it is the strap material creaking when I walk or if there is something inside the sole that isn't quite glued down but when I walk it sounds like I am stepping on a small piece of cellophane with each step. No wearing these while trying to sneak up on anyone!! Since I've already worn the shoes outside and my husband accidentally splashed my feet with the hose, they are non-returnable. I'm hoping with more wear the straps will become more comfortable and the crinkling noise will go away.

This shoe did not meet my expectations. I researched and read reviews before purchasing these. They were the most expensive, but best rated, so I went ahead and splurged. I usually wear memory foam flip flops so the sole felt very firm. I figured different didn't equal bad. But the bad came when I wore them for a couple hours. The thong part rubbed the skin off the top of my foot, now I have a sore bloody scab on my foot. Not what I was hoping for! :(

I loved the comfort of these sandals, but the shimmer on the material makes them look like cheap flip flops. I had to return them and look for something not so shiny.

I can wear and 8, 8 1/2, or 9 depending on the shoe. I purchased the 8 and 9. The look of the shoe is wonderful and the sole appeared to be comfortable, but I couldn't wear it very long. The 9 was too long. The 8 was the perfect length, but it was too narrow. After a short while, about 2 minutes I had extreme pain under the outside edge of my right foot. I'm very disappointed, because I need to find something similar to this that can get wet and doesn't slip on wet surfaces. Regular flip-flops slide like you're on ice. I was at Dollywood and it rained and I had to walk slowly holding onto a stroller.

Very light and comfortable. A little more arch support than a normal flip flop, but not enough that I'd consider it a orthotic shoe.

I like these shoes because they are comfortable and offer arch support which is rare for flip-flops but they are making my feet smell! I have never had this issue with flip-flops before and am annoyed by it. I am wondering if anyone else has noticed this or knows how to fix it. I tried cleaning them and letting them dry in the sun and am not wearing them every day. This is frustrating.

I wanted to get flip flops with great arch support and comfortable heel because I have both plantar fasciitis and collapsing arches. These do the job, for sure. However, the top part of my feet developed cuts within one block of wearing them from where the thong attaches to the straps. Instead of returning them, I'm hot gluing a small square of felt over the part that rubs. I hope that solves the problem!

Super comfy. Unfortunately developed squeak after 3 days of wear. Delamination? Otherwise great walking sandals. Squeak, squeak.

This was my first pair of OluKai and I was ready to love them. I was really looking forward to the arch support - which they do have. However, I really need a half size. The 10 is too wide & arch hits too shallow. The 9 is too short & arch hits too deep. Sad.

I really wanted to love these flip flops. I have been wearing Soles for years, and was excited to try a new brand (to me) that looked a little less sporty but still offered support. They are really comfortable, but I find the traction isn't so great. In addition, the spot around the toe (right above it) still causes me a blister, and I have to wear a band-aid every single time I wear these. That isn't good at all. I still like the feel, the support, but with that, I can't be a strong supporter of these babies.

These sandals look good but the strap across your foot is very tight. I don't usually have this issue with this style sandal so it must be the way they are made. I'm hoping they stretch.

The box said the sandles were size 7 but the shoes say they are size 9. Please check shoes in box before exchanging for size 7. Thank you.

I really like OluKai flip flops except for one thing......the straps that go across my arch are a bit short. The ball of my foot is enlarged due to arthritis and short sandal straps cut into the area just above the ball of my foot making the sandal uncomfortable. These didn't work for me due to that issue. In general I love the OluKai style and the footbed is amazingly comfortable. Those darn straps!

I own two pair of this style - both purchased from Zappos two years ago. I love them and wear them frequently. I am difficult to fit with wide forefoot/narrow heel and high arches, but these were a perfect, comfortable fit from the beginning. So I ordered a new pair in a different color this season. The fit is noticeably different - straps are tighter on the top of my foot, and arch support is disappointingly less. When I wear one of my old sandals on one foot and one of the new ones on the other, I can clearly feel the difference in the arch support. I tried to contact Olukai Customer Service to find out if my pair is an anomaly or if they have changed the fit - but they have yet to respond. This pair will be returned - whether I reorder will depend on what I hear from Olukai. Disappointed.

I have a pair of olukai’s that I love. But I needed a new pair due to stinky soles. These are cute but WAY to narrow. Don’t buy if you a little need extra width. I am ready for more shoe companies to start making shoes for women in wide widths.