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TurquoiseEyes
March 09, 2012
So, so comfy...
A little background info: I really hesitated about buying these. I'm in my early thirties, and I didn't want a shoe that screamed "old lady" in looks. I needed something in a tan color to match a purse I received as a gift in that shade. I normally wear sneakers, but I wanted something that I could dress up in, without having to sacrifice comfort or stability. I have bone-on-bone arthritis, fibromyalgia (which causes severe nerve damage throughout, especially my back), and I live in constant pain. Cheap, unsupportive shoes are out for me, but I don't usually wear orthotics, because I buy shoes already possessing such padding (hence, the higher cost of my normal shoes). I wear an 11W, have an average instep, 10" ankles & moderately flat feet. This shoe runs on the large side of the 11W spectrum- if you are a 10.5, for example, I'd recommend sizing down to a 10, unless you always wear thick socks & have your own orthotics added to the shoe. Also, the heel leaves quite a bit of room in the back. It's not uncomfortable to me, but there's some space between my heel & the back of the shoe that I don't have w/ normal 11W shoes that I buy. These really run on the large side of the 11W size spectrum.Personally, I feel no need for extra orthotics w/ this shoe. The width is absolutely perfect. No toe rubbing, leaving my pinky toe red. No cutting into the back of my ankle by the shoe's back. No tight feeling in the arches, and no feeling of being unsupported anywhere in the shoes. The padding in this shoe is some of the best I've ever felt, throughout the entire sole. This is true both inside AND out. Walking is so easy in these, even on hard floors. It adds a little extra height for me, too, without being a high heel, which I love. (I'm 5'7 & a 1/2", and these put me at least 5'9"- when you're full-figured, extra height is always a blessing!) The "Brown" color is actually a true tan, as it shows on the screen. There is plenty of wiggle room in the shoe- a good two to three inches can be given to the instep if you hook the Velcro higher up. This is especially important for people who have swelling in their feet, for a variety of medical conditions. Sometimes, too, one foot is larger than the other. I think that these shoes would work well in that case, because they're so adjustable. I cannot say enough how pleased I am w/ the brand & at how quickly I received my shoes (two business days after the order was placed).I wear the Velcro completely attached, as I don't have a high instep. The toe box feels superb- roomy, but not tricky to walk in or flopping around. These aren't so thick, for example, that you wouldn't feel the pedals when you're driving a car. The Velcro strap adds amazing stability to my steps- this aspect makes it the most appealing "dressy" shoe that I've ever worn. I feel like I'm wearing my most comfortable sneakers, and yet I'm wearing a dressier shoe- not many times can that be said! I wear these w/ thick socks (they're soft ones made for sensitive feet), and I do have to watch that the Velcro doesn't snag the sock & cause pilling (or wear & tear). When I wear the shoes w/ pantyhose, I have to watch out for the same thing. But Velcro sells the shoe- laces would prohibit wearing them to more traditional events. I also like to pair these with beige pantyhouse & a khaki skirt for Sunday church services or for weddings. I feel comfortable, yet dressed-up. Who could ask for more?
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Bulbous
These look like orthopedic shoes. Very rounded in the forefoot. Look huge.
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Angie Zhang
October 30, 2012
Good but not perfect
The size is OK if you keep wearing it everyday, but the first week it's really tight for me. It's comfortable for walking and riding bike.
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Catherine Piazza
September 20, 2018
Perfect Fit !!
I just love these Drew Women's Bloom II Mary Jane shoes!! They Fit perfectly and they are so comfortable because of the upper toe stretchy material, and the deep toe depth. I also have wide feet , and My toes weren't cramped and I wore them all day and I didnt have one problem and when I took them off at the end of the day my feel felt great.. not sore'.. and no blisters. I have worn these shoes before but use to purchase them from a catalog. When I saw they had them on Amazon I was So Excited.. I also paid about forty dollars less than the ones I had purchased from the catalog. If you need a good walking shoe and one that's comfortable you will love this shoe!!
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Hot Florida Granny
December 30, 2024
Great solution - cute, too
This shoe solves all my foot problems1 I have neuropathy, lymphedema and an overlapping toe on my left foot! (I am 80 yr. old) This comfortable smart shoe accommodates my swelling and misshapen feet. The classic Mary Jane makes me think of Minnie Mouse and give it an almost tounge in cheek style. The high quality materials and craftsmanship give it class. I am comfortable and feel secure wearing the shoes. I whit comic in Navy and other colors. (I already purchased brown.)
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I received the wrong shoes, I ordered the stretch ...
I received the wrong shoes, I ordered the stretch and got the regular. Unfortunately, my roomie threw the box away, so I was unable to return them. The shoes are okay, but I really needed the stretch for my messed up feet.
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defective item, Footsmart refused replacement
I have two pairs of these Drew maryjane shoes and they have always worked well for me. In March I purchased a replacement pair of the light taupe shoes for anticipated summer wear. Because I live in Wisconsin, summer season begins in June (if we're lucky). So I didn't actually wear the shoes until a month and a half after the return period ended. When they arrived I tried them on and they looked and fit fine. However, later, on what I think was the second wearing, the soles on both shoes broke in half across the flex point at the ball of the foot. More than that, the material of the sole actually crumbled and chunks fell out. I wrote Footsmart and requested a replacement. They said no, the return period expired. I wrote again, asking them to at least look at the defective shoes before deciding. They refused. I am, of course, annoyed. But I also now have many reservations about doing business with a company that is patently unconcerned about selling defective items. I've purchased many pairs of shoes from Footsmart over the years, despite the fact that their prices are higher than those of other vendors, because I believed they were a reliable company. I am disappointed in their response. So, if you buy these Drew shoes, inspect them carefully in case you have products from the same bad batch. And if you are patronizing Footsmart because you think they care about the quality of their merchandise, think again.UPDATE: I contacted Drew directly and they replaced the shoes. My eval stands...good shoes, poor customer service by Footsmart.
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