Customer Reviews Dansko Sam

Fits great!

Size up! I ordered my normal size 37 and I could not get my foot into the front part of the shoe. I ordered a 38 and they now fit. My foot is wide and would not fit into the 37. They are very comfortable and cute!

I love these shoes. I was a bit hesitant to buy Danskos again because the last pair I bought had such hard leather. I checked the other reviews and they commented how soft the leather is so I took a chance (hoping to find a pair like an old pair of Danskos that I love and still wear). These were so wonderful that I went and bought another color a week later. They're so cute too and will be great this summer with skirts or shorts.

Cute, comfortable and they don't dig into the top of my foot. They stabilize my walking...can't ask for more than that!

I absolutely love these shoes! I have the sand and black and I want the ocean. They feel wonderful. I have about 30 pairs of Dansko shoes and I think these are the best. A big thanks also goes to zappos.

I live in Danskos because of heel spurs and a back problem they are the only shoe that actually make the heel spur pain go away. This shoe is so comfortable and the color is so pretty goes well with jeans/skirts. In comparison to the clogs it's a much lighter weight shoe also which will make it perfect for summer.

Run a size larger than all of the other size 40 Danskos (including Mary Janes) that I own. I thought they were just wide at first, but 39's are great!

These clog type round toe stitched rather than stapled sling backs are just what I wanted but as one other review stated, they run slight short at big toe. I wear Dansko size 38 in clogs which measure one inch longer than these so I'm debating whether to try 39 or simply return them. The width is fine, somewhere between N and M the strap hits me where it should so a 39 might be just not right. We'll see. I recommend these though if you normally wear a 7 1/2. ( I'm pretty much 8 in Merrell, Alegria, Sorel, Crocs, Keen, my other go to choices)

Beautiful color and quality. My usual size felt a bit short and the next size feels loose in the toe box, but I really love them so I added an insole to take up space. I like how they look nice with a dress or pants, yet are comfortable for teaching all day.

Cute! Stinky! I bought these shoes in February, and just started wearing them regularly, now that the weather permits. They have a fabric lined inner sole, which when combined with my bare feet, leads to a horrible smell. I was searching for the poo I was sure was causing the stink, but no. It was the shoe. This is a real quandary. I love these cute red sandals, but ugh, the stench!

Very cute! I like the closed toes, the color and the heel height. Clogs are very loud and clompy, though, so no sneaking quietly in these!

I'm a size 8.5 and the 39 fit perfectly. I opened the box, put them on, and walked out the door to a Halloween parade. They were 100% comfortable and the perfect Fall shoe. I plan to wear them with socks as the weather gets colder. I got the blue and am super pleased with the color and finish - they're a nice casual shoe for wearing with jeans when you're out and about. I had previously purchased the black but didn't like how shiny they were so I exchanged them. Hint: an oiled black upper with a brown outsole would be a great combo. That said, I love the blue.

Fit and size were perfect. The insole is very supportive and cushy without bending at the metatarsal (I have hallux limitus and need that "stiff sole" feel in the metatarsal). Also the buckles are very sturdy. Had looked at another brand but the velcro strap -- not reliable over time, as the velcro tends to get clogged and not stick. These do the trick. They will look great with pixie pants (calf length). the blueish color is more grey, but it is a nice neutral. I highly recommend these shoes --wish they came in even more colors! I will buy them again.

Very classy, timeless, super comfortable shoes! I work in health care and love my dansko clogs all winter. These are perfect for a summer change and look great with my pencil pants and capris. I have a feeling I’m going to end up splurging for more colors!

Love the Dansko "Sam." The most comfortable shoes I've ever worn. I'm a hairdresser and stand all day and my feet still feel good after work. So much so, that I often keep them on into the evening. Ordered the black (they were perfect) and then ordered the Sand Dollar. Had to return the Sand because it looked like they'd been worn. Called and asked for a brand new pair. Zappos, with the best customer service, sent them right out and the second pair were perfect. The leather on this shoe is nice...not at all stiff but not super soft either. Again, perfect! Love the style...can wear with long and short dresses/skirts, cuffed, cropped, wide leg jeans or pants, shorts...extremely versatile. And unlike wooden clogs, they are quiet on hardwood and tile floors. I've worn the Dansko clogs for years and they are comfortable as well. But the "Sam" provides exceptional arch support for me. Can't say enough good things, except I'd love to see them again in solid colors; red, green, blue, etc. Bravo, Dansko. Bravo, Zappos!

I have been wearing a pair of Marcelle clogs off and on for about 10 years until they finally needed a repair that wasn't possible. Until now those were the only shoes that didn't aggravate my plantar fasciitis. I decided to try these shoes hoping that they would be just as good. They are! They are as well constructed as all Dansko shoes and I have worn them all day at work, 2 days in a row, with absolutely no trouble. I walk about 1.5-2 miles each day to and from work and I both walk and sit at work. These are wonderful shoes. I ordered them in the same size as my Marcelle clogs, size 40 and the fit was great. I was concerned at first because the ankle strap on the right shoe was very hard to buckle. I had it on the last hole and it was very tight. I considered going up a size but the rest of the shoe fit great. I figured I would take a chance that the leather would stretch after wear and it did. After one day of wear I can now buckle both shoes easily and the straps are no longer tight, just comfortable. If you have a high arch you might have the same issue. I definitely recommend these shoes.

In LOVE with these shoes! So comfy, so cute, so perfect. I got countless compliments on how adorable they were, and I wore them for 10+ hours at a time with absolutely no discomfort. I splurged on these shoes as a Mothers Day gift for myself (I NEVER spend this much on a pair of shoes). Not even a week after receiving them in the mail I spilled some melted butter on one of them causing a few grease stains D: I was absolutely devastated. As I was referencing the Zappos website to figure out the type of leather the shoe was so I could figure out my cleaning options (FYI: there aren't really ANY stain removing options) I had noticed the price had dropped by a ton within a week. Zappos not only refunded me, but they're also REPLACING my shoes. AT NO CHARGE. Who does that?! I will for sure be talking up Zappos for a while & I'll be using Zappos for future shoe purchases.

This is a great shoe! I am typically a 10, but when it arrived I found it a little snug across the top of my foot. Exchanged easily for a 10.5 and now they are perfect. So comfortable. The red is a sweet pop of color with skirts and jeans. Yahoo!

I bought the Black Floral Tooled in 35, and the Thea in Natural and Green in 36. I loved the Theas but sadly had to return them because the 36 didn't fit me (see my review). However I was really happy that the Sam worked out because I've been wearing mostly my Sally Danskos (I alternate mostly between black, brown, cordovan, and red). I've worn my black and brown Sally shoes almost on a daily basis for several years now so they were looking a little scuffed, and I would have replaced them but Sally model has been discontinued. The Sam feels just like the Sally, and looks almost like the Sally, except Sally has a closed heel, which I really would've preferred. I do love that Sam has a Sand color, but I've refrained from buying that color because it looks so plain. It would be so pretty if these were all Floral Tooled like the black and brown (which I might buy next). I wish they were close heeled so I could wear hose. I agree with previous reviewer that these shoes can make your feet hot at the toe box (was same with the Sally), so you'd want to have shoes to alternate with and let these air out. But they are super comfortable. I wore them today and had to run all across the hospital campus for various meetings, and never once did my feet cry out. I also own a couple of Naots, and with those, my feet are happy at first, but towards the middle of the day, the inside leather rubs against the top of my toes, and Naots are heavy, so my feet are very happy to get out of the Naots at the end of the day. I also like these heels because they are 2 inches, about 1/4 inch higher than the Sally heels - that doesn't sound like much but for a 5'0 person, every millimeter counts! I really love the newer dressier styles of Danskos (Becky, Roxy, etc) and wish I could wear them but they don't work because they start at 36.

These are a great shoe...so comfortable and soft, fits just perfectly with no pinching, or cutting across the top of the foot. The only downside for me is the heel. I have weak ankles, and I sometimes roll them very easily when I wear Danskos. So, I have to wear these beautiful shoes but think strong thoughts concerning my ankles. These are great ladies! Buy them!

Cute, and incredibly comfortable right out of the box. Perfect walking shoe. I'll be back for the blue ones.

Very cute. A little lighter in color than in the photo (a cornflower blue?). A great closed toe alternative to sandals for the office. The wood-grain look on the sole makes them feel summery.

Love this shoe! Super soft and cushy as well as providing excellent support. Perfect for spring/summer. Fits true to size.

I love these shoes! The sand dollar color matches khaki perfectly so they go with a lot. I wear them with both dresses/skirts and pants. They are great for work, especially if you have to be on your feet or walk distances since they are so comfortable. They are a tad difficult to get on and off but I can slip them on without undoing the buckle on the ankle strap.

Love my Dansko Sam! Got them today and wore them all day - no breaking in needed. They are cute an comfortable - the Ocean blue is bright without being obnoxious. Thank you Zappos for my VIP service and great shoes!