Customer Reviews KEEN Kaci Slide Mesh

As with many Keen styles, you can vacillate between sizes. As a Keen buyer I found that if you are between sizes on this particular style, definitely go DOWN a half size. These are incredibly comfortable and despite being advertised as a Spring/warm weather style, I am wearing them in a Pacific Northwest winter with socks and they are keeping my feet plenty warm. They also are totally comfortable without socks. I have all three colors, note that the lavender color is much less vivid than the photos in general, more of a neutral color with a slight lavender tome, very pretty.

I’ve got the Kaci slides as well and I was excited to see the mesh version. I’ve got 2 pairs of the Merrell Encore Breeze, but prefer the wider toe box of keen. So I thought I’d give these a try and I’m glad I did! I stuck with the same size of a 10 for these, but some keens I wear a 9.5. I might’ve been able to get by with the 9.5 but with socks it’s not an issue. I will say I wish they were “cooler”, but the mesh is pretty covered up inside the shoe so the ventilation is not quite what I’d hoped. Regardless it’s a great shoe and no regrets on my purchase.

After answering Zappo's size questions, the size they chose for me was perfect. I was looking for an easy-on, easy-off shoe for walking on tile all day. Wasn't looking for high fashion. Wanted comfortable. Tile is hard on one's feet and these shoes offer good arch support and a shock-absorbing foot bed. Exactly what I wanted. I was concerned that because they came up higher than the Merrell clogs I used to wear, that these would rub. The collar around the foot is so soft, my concern was for nothing. Love these shoes!

These Keen Kaci mesh slides are wonderful, except the fit in the heel for me is just enough too big that socks are quickly pulled down into the shoe. I decided just to wear them barefooted, because I think I’ll still wear them all the time. The width and length couldn’t be more comfortable. Overall, the shoes are a dream. The violet color is subdued, which I love. It will go with so many colors of clothing! Cute, comfortable, fun shoes!

It feels sturdy but also comfortable. There is a lot of room in toe area which I like.

I like this slide. The back comes up a little higher than some slides. The fit is comfortably snug. At first the band over the arch seemed tight but it loosened quickly. One reviewer noted that the material is shiny...and yes, in the sunlight there is a slight sparkle but doesn't bother me. Good height, well constructed, comfortable footbed, the toe box is boxy in style so if you need room there, you've got it and if you don't, like me, it doesn't have a downside - all around a very good shoe.

I already have the Kaci Leather Slide and was thrilled to see a mesh version for warmer weather. These seem a little more streamlined and have less of the sloppy clown shoe feel yet they are still plenty roomy in the toes. I wear the same size in the Kaci as I do my Presidio and Venice and the fit feels similar. The original insoles are very comfortable but I need more arch support so I put in my own instead. I ended up purchasing both the Castor and Lavender Grey since I couldn't decide and am happy with both colors!

These feel so good that at the sale price I may order another to keep on hand. I didn’t think they would look great and purchased them more for comfort than fashion, but they look super cute with my scrubs. Keenes are a perfect fit for my narrow, flat feet. They offer comfort and great arch support.

Nice mesh in Lavender for the warm weather. I have been having some balance issues and needed to get shoes that grip the hardwood floor (shoes I had been wearing just slid off my feet and I also kept tripping over them). Very comfortable.

I love these shoes; they are a replacement for something similar from Keen that I bought probably 20 years ago that were so well worn so I had to get a new pair! I originally ordered the 7.5 as that is what my other Keen sandals are (and all my Birks) but it was too large, so I exchanged them for a 7 and they fit perfectly.

I love these shoes. I needed a pair of Keens like my Keen hiking sandals that I could wear all day on my feet on concrete at work and these did not disappoint. They are just as supportive and comfortable and breathable as my hiking sandal, but closed-toed so I can wear them safely at work. Definitely recommend!

Amazingly comfortable. My husband and me (both in our early 60's) are renovating a home ourselves. A serious amount of walking around and climbing ladders. I was wearing work boots but they get to warm and are heavy. I tried several other shoes and in a few hours my feet would be aching. From day 1 this week these have been super comfortable, so much so that we were heading out to dinner last night and I didn't want to take them off. I had to because it is a real nice place, but that is how comfortable they are. I expect to have these for a long time. We have another renovation this Fall so they will get a lot of use! I looked at dozens of potential shoes and read many reviews and finally decided that these were my best bet. Indeed they seem to be!

Had to return them. I have high arches and I couldn't even get them. I ordered what I thought was my size (8-1/2W). Too bad. Nice shoe.

The fit was just right and support and comfort were aboveboard. I purchased first the purple slide which is not bright but a grayish purple. I was getting over a heel injury and these were my "back to normal" shoe. I was so pleased that I ordered a second pair in the vintage Khaki.

I love these shoes!! I bought them for work. I walk at least 4-5 miles a day and these were comfortable all day long. I really like the soles on the shoes too. It can be wet and your feet don’t slip at all. I’m also pleased with the weight of the shoe. It’s not heavy at all.

Lately, I've worn a size 8.5 in Keens but these 8.5s are too big. I also ordered a size 8 and it fits me well. Usual Keen chunky styling so they're cute if you like that style.

Well made shoe---disappointed it did not work for me. My heel slipped when walking---similar to a flip flop. I have several Keen shoes in 8M and they are all a perfect fit. However, none are backless. Highly recommend Keen shoes and Zappos. Superior service and selections!!! I have been a happy Zappos customer for many, many years!

I bought these as a replacement for a similar Keen shoe that I've had for maybe 20 years. I love these shoes and the Kaci Slide Mesh is a great replacement. I first ordered a 7.5 because it is what I usually wear, including my Keen sandals, but I replaced the 7.5 with a 7 as the 7.5 was definitely too large. The folks at Zappos were really helpful on the phone with regard to how to replace them.

Love these slides, lightweight, nice wide toe box, good arch support, easy on and off, and pretty lavender color.

This is a great shoe! Very comfortable and a bit sleeker looking than the regular Kasi slides. I agree with other reviewers that the color is closer to gray than lavender. Sizing is similar to the Kasi slides or the Presidio slides. I have to go up half a size. The mesh may be difficult to clean mud off of, and I wouldn’t recommend them for wet weather. All around it’s my second favorite slide after the Presidio slide!

Kaci Slide Mesh fit exactly like the suede Kaci Slides. Lots of room in toe area and width, decent arch support and while they aren't as airy as I'd hoped, they will still be okay to wear in warmer weather. The only thing I don't love is that they have a sparkle to the mesh but I guess I'll get used to it.

I love these shoes! In the past, I've also had the Keen Kaci Winter shoes in a couple different colors. These Kaci Slide Mesh shoes seem easier to get on and off than the Kaci Winter style -- maybe because the opening at the top of the shoe is larger? In any case, they're super comfortable and my only regret is that they don't come in more colors.

Based on other reviews, I expected to wear these shoes with light socks which is perfect for early Spring or Fall in New England. The shoes don’t breathe like a Merrill mesh slide as the Keens have a layer of fabric under the mesh. The shoes are a little wide. I don’t walk out of them but do need socks for them to fit properly on my foot. I ordered size 8 instead if an 8.5 which I normally do when I wear socks. The 8 was the right length and the arch support was in the right place for me. The violet is a beautiful color and goes with everything.

Update: The New Balance WA900v1 Walking mule is addressing my pain problems better than the Kaci. Original review: Whew! My search for what I need may finally be over! I have hallux limitus in both toes (arthritic first MTP big toe joint) and arthritis on top of one foot (from the second time I did a nasty ankle inversion). Also have flexible high arches with mild pronation and nerve sensitivity on the small toe of my longer foot. I measure a 7.5 med without socks on my longer foot (other's 7.0). I wear up to a nine wide in some Brooks with my padded Thorlos Women's Fitness socks which I wear with all day time footwear to make up for lost foot fat padding (I'm 63yo). The Kaci 8.5 was too long. I think the 8.0 will do it but I'm going to test the 7.5 just to make sure tomorrow. In the 8.0 I have ample toe wiggle room above and on the sides. The heel slips up and down a little with a pinky finger of space and I can feel a little pressure on my high instep. Neither are deal breakers in spite of my high level of sensitivity and nothing compared to the problems I've been having trying to get comfortable in any of the other shoes, clogs, mules and sandals I've been trying (I've lost count!). Even if these don't end up being my keepers you should give them a try if you can feel my pain(s).

I almost had to send these back as I have a high instep and since this shoe comes up pretty high on the foot with no way to adjust it, it was quite snug at first. I put on thinner socks and wore them in the house for a while and they seemed to be ok, not real comfortable, but ok. If you don’t have a high instep I think they would be very comfortable.