Customer Reviews Naturalizer Michelle

In my quest for the perfect nude pump, I tried five different brands: LifeStyle Parigi, Naturalizer Michelle, Rockport Seven to 7 Low Pump, Bandolino Lantana, and Chinese Laundry Palace. LifeStyle was the winner, with Naturalizer a close second and Rockport in third place. I wear 8.5 medium in just about every brand of shoes. LifeStride Parigi: The first time I tried this on, I actually said Wow! out loud. I didn t expect a pump to be so comfortable. I thought I wanted a little higher heel, but after wearing these to teach all day I m glad I went with a lower heel. I found these true to size and width with a creamy nude color that has the slightest hint of pink. Great choice, and the winner of my comparison. 5 stars. Naturalizer Michelle: I love the color on these it s a little more tan whereas LifeStride and Rockport are creamier/paler in color. They also look very professional with a slightly higher heel and a little bit of a platform. These Naturalizers were very comfortable, but slipped off my heel and squeaked as I walked. 4 stars. Rockport Seven to 7 Low Pump: Looks similar to the LifeStride and comfort is pretty good. Unfortunately, it slipped off my heel too much and didn t fit as snugly as the LifeStride, so they won t work for me. 4 stars. Bandolino Lantana: A small toe box, too-tight grip around the heel, and a slightly lower cut at the toe area turned me off of these. They are a little more gray in color, but still attractive with a 3 heel. 2 stars. Chinese Laundry Palace: No doubt about it, these shoes look sexy. But the toe box was too small and my foot kept slipping forward. I had trouble with the stiletto heel and prefer a more solid heel for comfort while walking and standing. 2 stars.

Love them. Perfect neutral pair for work and play.

These fit like a glove! So all I know is my shoe size but not this other n, m, w, b stuff so I figured "ill pick m since it might mean medium." It worked out perfect for me. I think these are much sexier in person and the picture doesn't do these justice. They are very comfortable. I got the matte black and they are made of leather upper. The lining is very smooth and comfortable. I can see the tip top of my toes for these who are worried about "toe cleavage". But in my opinion toe cleavage is another ridiculous thing for us women to choose to be insecure about. Buy these. You will look like a hot mama because you will feel like one ;)

I love this shoe. I've tried 13 (!) pairs of pumps recently in my quest, and when I put these on, I felt relieved. They're very comfortable, with a soft interior and nice padding. They move well with my foot and aren't too stiff. They're also beautiful, with a nice shape and proportions. There are just a couple of weird things that make me hesitate to keep them. I have a long narrow foot with high arches, and I tried the 9.5M and 9.5N. In the 9.5M, there are these little bumps right under the balls of the feet; they feel like intentional padding, but they're not in the 9.5N and I don't find them particularly comfortable. The 9.5N fit better, but there's a weird air suction thing happening; when I walk, my feet keep sounding like they're farting! Could be the patent leather, or just something unique to the way they fit my feet. The heels don't stay on at the back as well as I expect from a narrow shoe; they actually seem to stay put better on the medium width. I haven't given up on these yet, and I bet for many women they'll be perfect.

They fit well I’m a size 7 and they fit me like a glove they are super cute and comfortable I’m a flight attendant so I’m on my feet a lot and these don’t hurt my feet

These are wonderfully comfortable and look great too! I wanted a cute black pump that I could wear all day to work, but could also wear on a date night. I bought several pairs of black pumps, including some with a lower heel, but these were by far the most comfortable even though they are higher than I typically prefer. I think they will be even more comfortable in the toe bed after a bit of wear, but I have an upcoming wedding to attend and I think these will be great for the whole event.

I cannot tell due to the craftsmanship of Naturalizer, if they were comfortable or not. The padding inside the heel fell right off. I noticed the heels had a big gap between the padding and the shoe. At first I thought it was like a removable pad like some other shoes, but then I noticed the screws on it, and also the fact that the right one stayed intact. Was disappointed with the quality of this since this is my first pair of Naturalizers, i was not impressed but it might have been the heat or something. Zappos customer service was very understanding and helped me out. Overall the height is perfect, and the glossy finish patent is very cute. I will update review after gluing and walking around in them.

A beautiful shoe, just like the photo - real leather, nice platform and heel. As one with very wide feet, I normally wear 8WW and was excited to see this shoe available in WW! Ordered this shoe in 8WW and it was way too tight. Half a size bigger wouldn't be enough, so I exchanged for a 9WW. It feels like a 9W, just wide enough but too long for me (my heels slip out when I walk). Adequate insole cushioning/support. They're beautiful and don't hurt, so I'm keeping these and will stuff the toes. First photo on patterned carpet is the 8WW. Second photo on plain carpet is the 9WW (same color, different lighting).

I wore these once and the material on the back of the heel is already peeling. For nearly $100, I'm disappointed in the quality.

Naturalizer is one of my "go to" brands. If I'm searching for a particular style/color, this is one of the first brands I check. I have numerous Naturalizer pumps and boots. I love them all! Regarding this particular shoe, I purchased the shiny black patent to go with a few dresses. It is patent, so right out of the gate you should be aware it is stiffer than a regular leather. That being said, I have had no problems with these with one exception. When I received the first pair, the heel was not scuffed, but somewhat cloudy in spots, and would look terrible if wearing with dresses, however, I kept them to wear with pants (can't see the cloudy portions at all) and purchased a second to wear with dresses. I realize that seems silly, but I wear these A LOT, so for me, it is a good idea. Regarding "toe cleavage", I wear these shiny shoes with black, silky (with a subtle sheen) danskin tights. The look is classic and very elegant as it elongates my short legs. But I did get curious about the "cleavage thing" so I put them on before writing this review and found there to be a very, VERY minimal hint of cleavage by my little toe, almost too minimal to mention. I love the heel height!!! It's not so high you look like your balancing on stilts. (You know the look, when you walk and your knees always remain somewhat bent), and its not too low! This is a wonderful height! No big secret that it's also a very practical height for wearing for long periods of time, so in a way, we get a 2-fer style and comfort (practicality). For those of you with a bunion issue, these will cover them! Some of you may wish to place a bit of moleskin on your foot, and some of you may not need to. That is a very individualized issue. Rest assured, they're covered. I have a very average (M) foot width, and they fit me beautifully. They are well made. Overall, this pump is classically beautiful!

I never write reviews, but these inspired me to write a review. I am so thrilled that my troublesome feet are comfortable in a high heel! I have a wide feet with bunions, metatarsal problems, and narrow heels. Sometimes I wear an 8.5 wide but I got these Naturalizer Michelles in an 8 WW. They're as comfortable as high heels are going to get for me. And they look so professional and alluring. The taupe is a fabulous Kate Middleton look!

I like this shoe so much I have bought four pairs in the last six months (in navy, black patent, chai [a pink taupe], and black suede). It is has a heel that's low enough to walk on comfortably but high enough to look stylish and appropriate when I'm visiting my NYC office or a client, and it has the rounded toe I love. (I think pointy-toed shoes look like witch shoes.) Looks great with dresses, skirts, pants, and leggings. Highly recommend. Bought a similar pair by another maker well-known for comfortable shoes, but this Naturalizer Michelle is much easier on the foot. Highly recommend

I was amazed at the instant comfort. I don’t usually wear this high a heel but I ordered these in nude for my sons wedding. Really pretty and fit was perfect and again I was very surprised by how comfortable the felt immediately. Looking forward to the mother/son dance ?

This shoe is a great fit and I find it runs true to size. The Naturalizer Michelle is probably the most comfortable shoe I own and I have worn this style for a few years now. When I received the Chai Latte, the right shoe had a defect and Zappos quickly sent me a replacement pair. When I received the replacement pair, I immediately saw that they had been worn! I called Zappos right away and they immediately rectified the situation. It is a shame that some people will take advantage of a company solely because of their excellent customer service policies. Thank you, Zappos, for handling this matter for me in such a professional and expedient manner!

I LOVE THIS SHOE! Wore them in DC, lobbying and in meetings and on my feet for 10+ hours, and I could not have been more pleased with the result!

These shoes are super comfortable and look great. I typically take a 4 1/2 but with the support I needed a size 5.

I ordered these in the Caramel color. Its weirdly pearl-esk. I think it made the shoes look cheap. The fit was great. I ordered a 7.5WW and they fit wonderfully. They seemed comfortable. But I have a narrow heel so my foot slipped out of the a few too many times. Between the loose heel and the color they were a no.

FYI Chai leather is shimmery. Fits like a charm though so returning for different color. Its a heavier shoe which I think is good. The platform is slim but adds just the right about of stability.

I love these shoes! I finally have a dress shoe I can wear without wanting to cry by the end of the night. The 8W was perfect for me. I always have difficulty finding stylish shoes in a wide width. The insole is very soft and my toes don't get squished with the rounded toe. I've given up on trying to wear pointed toe shoes, it's just not worth the pain! It's my opinion that the small platform helps alleviate the ball of foot pain I usually get. It seems to take some pressure off there. Of course it makes the shoe look current and classy too. I first got a pair in the Chai Leather. It's a perfect shade of nude for my skin tone. I loved them so much that I just got the Shiny Black to have in my wardrobe. It's time to donate all those other useless shoes pumps taking up space in my closet.

First of all, these shoes are gorgeous standard pumps. Second, they are super comfortable. I have flat feet and have struggled with finding heels due to my lack of arch but these are just the right height where I can get that great "heel walk" but not feel like I'm going to topple forward. Cons: The sizing seems inconsistent from color to color. I ordered 3 pairs all in 7.5M: Caramel brown, Chai, and black leather (not patent; originally Zappos sent me patent, which I didn't order but they were exchanged in no time). The black fit like a dream. The chai are slightly more snug but not uncomfortably so, definitely wearable and I think they'll stretch/shape with wear. The caramel however, feel a half size too small. I wore them for one day and within 3 hours the top that lays over my toes actually cut into my skin and my skin ripped on the insides of both heels (ouch! thank goodness I always bring a pair of flats and have blister pads at work when I'm breaking in other new shoes). I'm tempted to return them and order another pair in the same size/color with the hopes of hitting the jackpot at getting a pair that fit like the black ones. Kind of disappointing that I have to order the same size/color multiple times with hopes of getting the perfect fit. But when they fit, they are AWESOME!! Additionally, both the caramel and chai have a slight shimmer to them, not sparkly, just a soft eye-catching shimmer, which makes them doubly as beautiful...just sayin.

I've been wanting a pair of nude pumps for a while because they're so practical. Bought these to go with several dresses/outfits I was wearing to an out of town wedding in hopes of having to only cart around one pair of dress shoes. I'm so happy I decided on this pair. Not only are they classic in style, they are so comfortable. I don't often wear heals (I'm more of a running shoe/Birkenstock kind of gal), but the Michelle is so comfortable that I never had that "I've got to take these shoes off NOW" feeling I sometimes get when wearing heals. I would definitely consider buying them in a different color.

I don't normally wear heels at work, but they are needed for interviews and certain occasions. This heel does not feel like I'm wearing a heel - no, I'm not planning on standing all day in these, but compared to others these are amazingly comfortable. They are not fancy shoes, but will serve my purpose perfectly (a nude heel that will stand in when needed) - these will not turn heads, but nude heels generally are not for that purpose. I am a bit worried about the heel slipping (only on my left foot) - but nothing one of those little pads won't correct. I actually just ordered the same pair in black so I always have a go to. (Age 36 - not a trend setter, going for comfort and timeless style)