Customer Reviews Walking Cradles Sophia

These are fantastic professional shoes if you are plagued with bunions. I have genetic bunions that make my feet about 11 cm wide at the base of the toes, but the rest of my foot is fairly narrow and my feet are flat, so finding heels is a total nightmare. I bought these shoes in the WW width - so hard to find in any kind of non-clunky style - and they fit amazingly well. They are cut high enough across the top of the shoe that they don't cut across my bunion (impossible to find that - I wish more companies would take note and cut some of their heels higher across the front of the foot!!). The key factor is that I can stand and walk in them, comfortably, for hours. This is a miracle. They are not the sexiest shoes, but they do add an instant professional finish to any work ensemble - I have used them for presentations and interviews. The only drawback is they are very roomy on the inside, as I think the WW size is not just wider but also has more depth inside the shoe - it's great to have plenty of room for my crazy toes, but the mid-foot and heel areas are a little loose-fitting as a result. There is also no padding to speak of along the sole and sides of the inner shoe, so it feels a little thin. I think an insole and maybe a heel grip will solve this problem. I also wish the heel were just a bit higher. Overall, though, highly recommended for those with bunions who need a classy professional-looking shoe for work. I have them in the black leather and am now back to buy them in navy too.

WOW! I am AMAZED at these shoes! My feet are wide and I was born with bunions, so it's pretty difficult to find cute heels that don't hurt my feet within 30 minutes. These are comfortable for ALL DAY! I am so happy to find heels available in D and EE that do not look like they're for an 80 year old! LOVE THESE! I bought black and navy and will probably buy other colors.

I would have been absolutely SOLD on these if it weren't for the outersole. (After I got the right pair, that is...I received the wrong color via the shipping department - ordered black and received navy blue by mistake!) My office has dense, tightly knit carpeting, and I found the bottom of the shoe - which lacks any sort of rubber or grip whatsoever - to be wayyyy too slippery. They would probably (??) be fine in the street or on a sidewalk, but I feel they were too slick for even that type of floor surface. Sad. :(

A really nice shoe. I fall between 8-8 1/2 in a closed toe. The 8 was snug and I have sensitive toes and a neuroma under my right forefoot so I took the 8 1/2 WW. Many wide width shoes crush my toes, but not the Sophia. I purchased patent leather to dress up my outfit. The leather, having more stretch, may fit differently. I will try them. These are wide enough at the toe and the heel is not too loose. I do keep the packing material and the heel stick in them when not wearing to keep the heel snug. I am now in my 60's so my feet may be more sensitive than before so a bit more padding in the sole would have been welcome. I put up some photos so you can see how they look on a real person who is not a model. Nice looking shoes.

These shoes are amazing! They were comfortable as soon as I took them out of the box! I wear an 8.5W, they are perfect! The top comes up over the foot a bit so there's no toe showing. Why haven't I found these before??? I am 57, and not ready for old lady shoes.....Thank God for Walking Cradles!

These shoes are beautiful and so chic looking. You can definitely pair these up with jeans or a dress. Absolutely gorgeous. I'm an 8.5 and have wide feet that measure to 4.25 width across. I got the size 8.5 in WW(EE) and they fit super comfortable. My feet actually look skinny and long because the sides of the shoes come up in a way that hide my wide feet. It's awesome. I got the black micro shade because it's super black and won't fade like suede leather can or start to look green like leather can tend to. I've finally found chic looking shoes that'll fit my wide feet. Love them! I also got the nude patent ones but they looked more tan/brown than nude so I returned those. Hopefully they make more nude shades.

Finally! A comfortable pair of pumps! These are a classic pointy-toe pump & oh so comfortable. I normally wear a 9 or 91/2 medium width. I bought a 9W to accommodate the pointy-toe. Perfect fit! I ended up purchasing in 2 colors.

I normally wear an 8.5-9. And I love the LOOK of pumps, but hate the PAIN. I initially ordered the 8.5 wide, (rarely need to up the width, but thought it might compensate for pain:). They were too short! 9w is perfect. Doesn't LOOK wide, super cute. If your foot is even SLIGHTLY wide, order the wider width!

I loved this shoe so much I got it in every color! I have a wide foot so I ordered the wide width shoe, which fit super comfortably, but I still had to go up a half size for the length because the toe box felt short and a little cramped in my regular size. Once I determined the correct fit in this shoe for my foot, the shoe was perfect! The heel height is 2-1/2” so it’s still an attractive and stylish height without creating too high of a pitch. I can wear them all day without pain in the usual pressure points. In the picture, the shoe looks like the vamp might come up too high on the top of the foot, but it doesn’t, it shows just the slightest hint of toe cleavage while looking neither unprofessional, nor “too dowdy.” The Sophia heel looks equally classic with ankle pants, dress slacks, skirts and dresses. The shoe is just slightly on the pricey side, but with an all-leather upper and that insanely comfortably padded insole, along the wide width option, I would gladly pay this price again and again for this wardrobe-staple style. Best (and comfiest!) high heel ever!

I bought these in a size 6 WW. I usually wear a 6 or a 6.5 WW and even with a 6 they were a *tiny* bit too long. I had to put in some gel heel pads. They are a true WW. I have very unusual feet--they are small but very wide and I have a high arch. They shoes actually fit! I wouldn't wear them for long periods of time because the pointed toe makes them less comfortable but they worked for my very hard to fit feet. I don't know that they are going to win any awards for being stylish but they are totally functional and professional/dressy. I have been on the hunt for a pair of pumps that will work for my feet and I was glad to find these at last.

Most comfortable pumps I've ever owned! I have very hard to fit feet; severe bunions, narrow (2A) heels, and a medium width foot. I typically wear between a 7 and 7.5 M. I usually have to stuff a million pads and heel grippers in my pumps and they still end up slipping off my feet. I ordered these in a 7.5 narrow and they fit beautifully. They have comfy padding in the bottom and don't slip off my feet! I can dance in them for hours and still feel great. I love them so much, I bought them in all three colors.

These heels are the basics I have been looking for. I have had trouble finding dress shoes my entire life. I know this sounds like an exaggeration, but when you have extremely narrow heels it is endlessly frustrating. Not to mention painful. I have minor scarring on my heels to prove it. These heels are worth the money. They offer a true extra-narrow size that FITS without slippage (I still use a heel pad for comfort.) Also the heel height and style looks good dressed up or down with jeans. I will definitely be coming back to this brand. Thank you Walking Cradles and Zappos for offering shoes in my size that I can't find anywhere else.

I was looking for a classic pair of pumps that I could wear to any and all events, from funerals to weddings to happy hour. Since I've turned 50, my feet have become incredibly fussy. This is a problem for someone who likes to look goooooood! I tried on on over eight pairs of pumps (thank you, Zappos!) before I found these. These are comfortable and flattering. The ball of my foot doesn't ache, my toes aren't pinched, my bunion is tucked away, and there is NO pressure on my bunion. The heel is tall enough to say "fancy" but not so tall I feel like I am going to lose my balance. I love the pointy toe. I tried lots of Rockports and Naturalizers, but these are head and shoulders above in my book.

Perfect shoe for work! Very comfortable the instant you put them on!

Very comfortable shoe. I bought it for my daughter's wedding. FYI I have bunions and they hide them very well. I think I found the perfect shoe. Highly recommended for comfort.

I have a narrow foot and have difficulties finding shoes. I bought these in a 7S. First, it is wonderful to have the S option rather than trying to put padding in normal N width shoes. Also, these have really nice padding inside them and a nice roomy toe box despite the pointy toe (can kill some cockroaches in the corner in these! ). I recommend.

i can't believe a heel could be comfortable. i immediately purchased two more pairs in other colors. my new go to shoe. nice professional look without the pain!

Very nice shoes - I got .5 bigger and they fit perfect and look great. Nicest pair of white shoes that can dress up or go casual.

Lovely shoe for business or dress use. Now in my 60s, despite the heel height, these are extremely comfortable and the fit was perfect - no need to go up or down a size.

I love these heels!! I've been looking for comfortable, wide width, pointed toe, nude pumps to wear for my wedding in September. As soon as these arrived and I tried them on, I was hopeful I had found the winning pair of shoes! I did add a pair of gel arch support insoles for extra comfort. As someone with wide feet, it's a miracle to find heels with a pointed toe that are also wide enough to not pinch my pinky. I wore these heels to an event as a test run. My feet were happy all night! I stood and walked around to mingle for hours without the usual desperate search for a chair to rest. No blisters or achy feet the next day. These are a big hit, and I can't wait to wear them for my big day!

I really liked these pumps. They make the foot and leg very attractive. I'm having to return mine, however, as I'm over 60 now and even these only have a 2.5" heel it was just too high for me to feel comfortable. The shoe was controlling how I walked more than I was. But I would not discourage anyone who can wear that height from purchasing these. I'm bummed but there will be a pair out there for me too.

I was drawn to the Sophia based on the reviews that it was very comfortable, stylish, and was available in wide widths. I have a small, wide foot and have difficulty finding stylish shoes that fit me so I gave them a try. The shoes are gorgeous. My feet fit comfortably and I can walk comfortably in them....a miracle! Can't wait to wear them at an upcoming wedding.

I love this shoe. Love the pointed toe; and the heel height and fit make them easy to wear all day. I have this in eight colors, and counting.

I rarely have to wear heels, and spend most of my days in clogs, which makes finding heels that are comfortable a huge pain. I have wide-ish feet, exacerbated by bunions. I ordered many styles for an upcoming Xmas party, and these were the winner. The sides come up over my bunions without digging into them, or looking like full-coverage old lady shoes (I'm under 40 and still like to look cute). First time wearing them, I had them on for about 5 hours, including at least 2h on the dance floor, and was amazed! No blisters, no painful feet. One of the best shoe purchases I've made in a long time.