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Rating Summmary:

6,528 total reviews
Teva Original Universal

Review Breakdown:

72%5Rated 5 stars out of 5

13%4Rated 4 stars out of 5

6%3Rated 3 stars out of 5

4%2Rated 2 stars out of 5

4%1Rated 1 star out of 5

Customer Fit Survey:

86%"Felt true to size"

96%"Felt true to width"

74%"Moderate arch support"

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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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The sandals are super cute and comfortable! But when I opened the box I was like: did I order kids size? Haha I wear 8,5 always. So I was really confused about getting 8 or 9. Even though it looked small, it fits nice... but I still wish they were 8,5. I think it would be more like MY real size. Definitely going to get another color... not sure if I should get a 9 though, just to be sure about the fit.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These sandals are adorable, comfy and multi-use. I have narrow, skinny feet so the double adjustable velcro straps are awesome. Nothing rubs or irritates. My only complaint is the soles. I wish they were rubber all along the bottom rathen than just at the heel. The toe of the sandals is covered in a felt-like fabric that feels slippery on my tiled floors. I’m hoping this material will roughen up with use but I wouldn’t trust these sandals on all terrain. For that, go for a more robust all-rubber sole like the Teva Verras.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I am a true 8.5 and occasionally have to wear a 9. I ordered size 8 after reading other reviews....fits perfectly! The only negative is the plastic strap holder on the outside of the right sandal bothers my little toe. I was able to decrease the irritation by loosening the ankle strap. I think it will be fine as the straps stretch out over time.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Bought these in the color Birch. In the picture they look tan and white, but in real life they are gray and light blue. Still really cute. I bought my normal size 7 and ended up exchanging for size 6.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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At least a size too big. I wear a 7 1/2 and the 8 was at least a size too big.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I really like the look of these, I got the white geometric ones, and they are really comfortable for walking around I've done a good amount of miles in them already. The only thing I don't like is after a bit they start to make noises when you walk... it could be I just need to break them in more or my feet are overly sweaty haha. Overall love them though!
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Its a great sandal for whenever. I love that the straps are adjustable, just take the time to break them in. My only complaint is the texture on the foot bed, not a fan. It really chafes the ball of my feet.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Teva
Casual and simple but still stylish
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I love these sandals, but boy, does Teva make things difficult by only offering whole sizes! My ideal shoe size is a 7W, but I can do a standard 7.5 if the brand runs wide. But I'm wearing a standard 8 in these and it fits the ball of my foot perfectly. They are long in front, but that doesn't bother me in a sandal. They are so comfortable, and I wore them all summer, but sizing is not friendly to wide feet!
I'd also recommend:
Clarks, Dansko
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Perfect lightweight summer stability. I bought these to snorkel in because the rocks are always too tough on my feet. They were really easy to swim in, they stayed on and dried off quickly for the next land-based adventure.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Teva
I purchased a pair of Teva sandals a long time ago. And, they just wore out. I absolutely loved them. I'm not sure this pair will last as long.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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these sandals are AMAZING! they are my absolute favorite shoes! i had a pair that lasted me for 6 years or so and these are the replacements. i think they are a different style but just as comfortable and WORTH the money!
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I absolutely adore these sandals!!! I wear them everyday and everywhere. They are comfortable even for long walks. For the most part they are durable. The only con with the original are the soles. I have noticed sticks and sharp leaves will get lodged on/into the bottom of the sandals, making walking in the shoes a bit uncomfortable.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Bought for river use. Don't know durability yet
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Wear these for chores and hanging with my pals. Havent taken them on the trails yet but they're pretty cool, wish the bottom was a bit firmer so it didnt catch on the floor haha
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I wish these had a little bit more arch support but they dry very quick which is great I wish the Velcro pull tabs were a bit bigger sometimes it can be hard to grab the strap to adjust the tightness of the straps
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Teva
Good to stay in town and out to beach
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Teva
These are my first pair of Tevas! I got the white ones, and while I was worried about being able to keep them clean, I haven't had a problem with the straps being white. I love the support of these sandals. My only problem is that it seem like there is too much strapping by my toes. I need the straps to go tighter but if I do that, the excess strap will drag on the ground. I wear a size 10 so I just assume that with bigger shoes, means more strapping. I need to go tighter because otherwise the straps rub too much from movement and give me blisters on my toes. My only other option is to cut the excess or deal with unwanted sliding and movement. Either way, I still wear them and I still love them. They really are comfy, and my favorite pair of sandals. I've also received many many compliments on them! Although the straps seem a bit long, I still love and recommend these sandals!
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Love the color!! Love the fact they're so adjustable, and didn't take much breaking in. Only cons really are that they aren't as breathable, and tend to leave a black residue on my feet after wearing them all day.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I bought these for a trip to the Alps, and did some mild hiking. Additionally, swam in some rocky freshwater lakes. Impressed with the durability of the simple design, and they were comfortable walking over rocky areas with good grip. However, beware that they squeak when you walk in them wet. Ordered size 8 when I am normally a 7.5. Would recommend for mild outdoor activity.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Teva
Overall, this is a great shoe. I walk a lot and I need good support without wearing closed toe shoes. However, my feet do not stay dry on the soles. As a result, my shoes squeak as I walk in them throughout the day. It's embarrassing. Perhaps the base of the shoe shouldn't be so rubbery.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Teva
Used for days of lots of walking, going to the river, camping, and outdoor activities. Only two cons I can say, since my feet are wide, the shoe width is a little narrow for me and second there was some times when the area (the top corner where It forms that triangle shape) would bother me on days when I walked a lot like hiking.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Teva
I love these sandals. I wore them to a park and the ground was bumpy (roots and small rocks). I noticed that my left foot which I had a bunion surgery on four years ago did not receive the support needed from the sandals. I think the foot will always be a bit tender, however, for the cost of these sandals, I was expecting the sole/ base to be a bit more rigid, not giving so easily to the bumps I was stepping on.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Teva
Super comfortable and practical but the white color starts looking grubby within a week. Dirt gets caught in the webbing and I haven't been able to get them clean again.
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Good all around shoe for kicking around.
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