Customer Reviews Blackstone Low Sneaker Gum Bottom - RL84

Very cute. I read previous review that the customer could barely get her foot onto. I had same problem. I took the laces out and re-laced. The vendor had this funky lacing style that tied the shoe together too narrow. Made a world of difference, but were still a little small. I have ordered next 1/2 sz up

Love the LOOK of the shoe, but that's where it ended - sadly....Well, almost. When I opened the box I was thrilled, but when trying them on I found they were extremely difficult to get on my foot. Then I realized instantly they were so tight I just knew I had received the wrong size, but I didn't. They run at least a half to full size smaller that you'd expect based on American sizing. They come in 2-digit sizing, ie: 37 or 38 vs a 7 or 8. Don't think you're getting a size 8 shoe when you're ordering a Size 38! You'll be getting closer to a size 7 or MAYBE 7 12. Once the shoe was on, I have to say it looked nice and I assume it would have broken itself in eventually, but I didn't want to risk it. Overall, I think they're great looking, but it feels like they're kind of misrepresented because they LOOK like they'd be super comfy, but that's just not the case at all.

Even though I really value reviews, I almost always regret straying from my normal 7.5 shoe size, and that's what happened with this shoe. I ordered a 39 based on reviews saying the sizes ran small, but I returned those to get my normal 38/7.5 and they're true to size for me. The leather is soft but sturdy, so they'll take some breaking in to soften up more. They're a good style, and I like them with the black laces (though I did relace them from how they arrived.) The white laces are more of a light gray/beige to match the suede accents. The sole is quite flat, unlike trainers for the gym with some flexibility. I'm hoping the soles, too, will soften up with wear. Overall I'm happy with this purchase.

Loved the style! Very cool. But definitely ran small. I usually wear a size 38. I need to order a full size large.

Recommend to go 1 size up. Narrow fit. Love the style and overall quality, and pleased with the additional laces in white.