Customer Reviews Merrell Encore Breeze 3

I wear a 10.5 or an 11, depending on the shoe. The 11 is a perfect fit. The shoe looks nice and sleek in person, and it's instantly comfortable. I have back issues and ordered two pair of Merrells because all I've been wearing is my one pair from several years ago. The stability and cushion are outstanding, far better than other "healthy" shoe brands I've tried, and they are younger and more fun-looking, for jeans, crops, and pants.

Comfortable, supportive, and long-lasting-holds up well inside and outside. Black color is stunning and cocoa brown is lovely. Wear all day and feet feel comfy.

These are the best casual shoes ever. Supportive but lightweight. Comfortable even when standing for long periods. All the good qualities of clogs and none of the bad ones. The rubber soles make them quiet and pleasant to walk in. And they even look kind of cool.

I love these shoes, I an interior designer and I work on new construction. I can put them in the washer and they look new!

I bought these because I was having hip replacement surgery and needed shoes that were easy to slip on and were also non-skid. These took care of that. This year I had surgery on a couple of toes. When I finally got out of the surgical shoe, I found these were the only shoes I had with a toe box roomy enough that didn’t rub on the top of my toes. They’re also pretty stiff so I felt like my foot was protected. They aren’t the cutest shoes I own but they have been good for my post-surgical needs. In fact, since my first pair are the silver color, I’m buying a second pair in black.

I love these - very comfortable and versatile. Also easy care. I hope the mesh tops wears as well as the leather but that will take time to find out!

I had the Merrell Encore Breeze a number of years ago. It was my go to knock around town/walk the dog shoe. Loved it. I read all the reviews on this 3rd edition. As mentioned by another reviewer, it does come up significantly higher on the foot than the model I had. The heel is also shallower, as also noted. When I put the 1st shoe on, I had a little trouble getting my foot in. I have a calcium deposit on the top of both feet from years of wearing clogs. That bump made it more difficult to get the shoe on. At first I thought I was definitely returning them. But then I decided to try walking around the house. Bottomline...I am keeping them. I think they run 1/2 size small. I normally take a 9. In this shoe I took an 8 1/2. Once I figured out I could slide my foot in sideways for an easier entry, the shoes felt fine. The top of the shoe hits above the calcium deposit. I have high arches and the arch support was very good. I was on my feet for a while...very comfortable. I need a wide toe box. This shoe had decent room for my toes. The heel does come out a bit due to the shallower heel shape. Doesn't bother me. I have achilles tendonitis, so the lower the back of the shoe, the better for me. I like the minimalist styling...very clean looking. Flattering on the foot. Not at all like a clunky clog. Great, lighter weight too with the mesh uppers.

I love these shoes! Great color..always loved Merrell shoes! However, these are just too big..all over. Like they were old, and had already stretched out...I know if I try to walk too fast, they'll fly off my feet! It has a really nice wide toe bed, which I need.. I am definitely going to try one half size smaller...still LOVE the shoe!!

I love these and have been wearing these shoes, or earlier versions, for several summers. I use my orthotics with them, so I can't really comment on arch support, but they work well with the orthotics. However, this year they are running a HALF SIZE LARGER than the exact same shoe last year.

The sole of these shoes is incredibly comfortable! My only problem is that there is no give in the top of the shoe. I have a high arch and a wide foot. The upper cuts into the top of my foot. Any elescticity would help.

I have another pair of Merrells that fit. THis pair the heel doesnt fit.

Marrell quality has changed. Band across top of foot is tight and has not loosened up since purchase. Toe box seems more narrow than prior pair in same size. Wore and loved their clog style for years. Hope they find a new manufacturer to execute their designs.

great shoe but runs large as compared to previous Encore. Had to return to 1/2 size smaller.