Taos Footwear

Star

Women's

Very pleased with these sneakers. They look cute with leggings and ankle jeans and provide lots of comfort thanks to the arch support that I and many others need and have not found in other sneakers of similar style. They're well made and stylish, and I love that the laces are cream-colored, not stark white, so the sneakers don't look too "lace-y." But make no mistake, these are sneakers, although really comfortable ones, not walking shoes. They're great for a day around town, but I think to expect them to carry you in comfort over miles and miles is unrealistic. For that you'll need your trusty Ahnus, Sauconys, or other more substantial footwear of choice. There just isn't the support in the sole and at the ball of the foot in these sneakers for serious touring. If you want this style to fill a wardrobe gap and you need the arch support, as I did, these sneakers are definitely worth the money. If you don't need the arch support...well, that would be a whole different ball game. Specifics on my purchase: The chocolate color is closer to gray than to brown (it's really nice), and the sneakers do run small--I ordered a full size up and it's a perfect fit. I usually wear a wide but the B width worked out just fine. A comfortable fit for me right out of the box with no rubbing or hot spots.

The first day I wore these, I wore them all day for walking around Williamsburg, VA. I knew that was taking a risk, but I bought them to take on vacation and relied on the reviews as to their suitability for walking/sightseeing. I was not disappointed. They were incredibly comfortable all day and the bonus was they were super cute as well! I did need to lace and tie them all the way up though or on me the heel would have slipped somewhat. I ordered my regular size even though some people had said to order a size up. When I first tried to put them on, I was concerned that I should have ordered up, but I went ahead and loosened the laces to get them on and they were actually exactly the size I needed.

These shoes are comfortable enough, but the sole is thin and they are not a good value. I have been wearing them 5 days a week for about a month, walking 2 - 3 miles a day. The sole is already starting to wear away and these won't last long enough to justify the price.

As other reviews have mentioned, the removable insole has a very cushioned heel and excellent arch support. However, the insole in the front half of the shoe is very thin. The sole is also thin with very little between my foot and the ground. This would be a shoe to maybe wear to the grocery store, but not for long walks while traveling. Sorry to say I had to return them. Also, I usually wear a 7.5, but could not even get my foot into the shoe. The 8 fit perfectly. I have very narrow feet and the width was perfect.

I love these shoes. I just got them today and I am currently ordering the other two colors. It has excellent arch support; so excellent that I can use them without my orthotics! And, they are stylish and go great with anything. I am so happy. Thanks, Zappos and Taos!