Cute and comfortable!
I'll admit, when I think of the brand Ecco, I often think "old lady shoes". Not fair, I know, but it is what it is. That said, when I saw these, and saw the other positive reviews, I figured I'd give them a try. I'm so glad I did!!! They are adorable! These are a pearlized pale pink color. Classic shape and style, and they look very current. Not fuddy-duddy at all. They definitely do not scream "I'm wearing old lady shoes!", but they ARE quite comfortable. They have some arch support, though not a ton. You can remove the insole though if you need to insert your own. I like that the footbed is covered with leather, as synthetic materials make my feet break out. I can wear these with or without socks depending on the outfit. I normally wear a 7-7.5 in most shoes, so ordered a 38. Fit is perfect - I have about a thumbnail's width of space between toe and end of shoe, slightly less with socks on. They don't slip on my very narrow heels either, even without socks. Nothing rubs or feels rough on the inside. The arch and heel area of the insole feel pretty cushy, but the forefoot area doesn't have the same amount of padding. Not uncomfortable, but not the same. The sole of the shoe has rubber nubs for traction and also shock absorbtion. These will definitely be versatile - you can wear with skirts/dresses or shorts/jeans. The perforation detail on these is also on trend and not overwhelming in any way.
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Best Purchase of 2024
I absolutely love these shoes. I owned a pair of Ecco soft 7 sneakers years ago in a taupe color and really liked them, but ruined them when I tried to clean them in a bucket of water and oxyclean- learn from me don’t do this. I didn’t think I wanted to spend that much money on another pair, but I’m so glad I did when I saw my size was on sale here. I got the white pair and they are super comfy, match every outfit, and you can dress up, dress down, and walk miles upon miles in them without issues. They are comfy right out of the box, but the more you wear them the more they mold to your feet and get more and more comfy - seems impossible, but very true!My shoe size is uncertain at times. I can usually wear anything from an 8 1/2 to 10 depending. When I had the taupe pair I had the 8-8 1/2 and I thought they fit well so I ordered that size on Zappos and they were snug on my foot from what I remember. I guess Ecco has transformed this shoe some over the years. So I ended up buying them here and went up a size to the 9-9 1/2. My toes have plenty of room, but that’s my preferred fit, but I could’ve worn either size and been happy. I would recommend sizing up if your a half size normally and size down if your a full size normally. One thing I love about them is I have long feet for someone my height, but the low profile on these makes my foot look smaller which I really like!!!!!This will be a staple in my closet for many many years and worth every penny!!!!
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Love these shoes!
My order arrived in a timely manner. The shoes were as expected. The color will be perfect for the fall. Very comfortable and looks nice for wearing all day as a substitute teacher. I’m sure I’ll have to have another color!
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Surprisingly comfortable
This is my first pair of any Ecco shoes. I was looking for a black leather sneaker I can wear casually or dress up. This one fits the bill.Pros: sizing chart was accurate for me in the 9-9.5 size; cushioning was pretty good - I could feel the slight arch support; stylish, classy and classic; easy fit for everyday wear; I wore them all day at work with moderate walking without any blistering or major discomfort and squeezing; no break in period; the tongue is padded just enough; removable insoles (yes!); love the color; they seem to be great quality and could last a long time with proper careCons: the laces are good length and tie up well, but they were stiff (I've already ordered replacements); the rubber sole squeaks on a linoleum floor (they hear you long before they see you), but very good grip; widthwise, my 9M foot felt slightly tight in the toebox initially and I thought it might be a problem, but it wasn't and I had no blisters or sore spots (definitely not shoes for thick or wide feet - the toe box is lower than other similar sneakers I've tried and can cramp the foot).Additional thoughts: I was wearing no-show socks and they slipped down a little and I made a mental note to wear different socks because I didn't feel like untying shoe laces to adjust socks; they will probably do well for all day and longer walks depending on your foot comfort; I'm hoping the leather will loosen up a little with wear.Overall: comfortable and a well-deserved recommend.
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May 23, 2025
Beware if you're ordering the Rose Dust size 8-8.5
I have eight pairs of the Ecco Soft 7 that I've collected over the years, starting in 2013. When they're perfect, they're perfect immediately, no break in time. When they're bad for some reason, they're really bad and I end up returning them. I think there is actually ONE pair of size 8-8.5 Rose Dust that keeps going back and forth. I've ordered that shoe THREE TIMES over the past year, and once again today I received a pair that I think I was sent before. It's clearly not new but the bad part is the horrible chemical odor in the shoes, the kind of smell that makes your eyes water. I didn't even bother trying them on this time. I knew from the smell that it was never going to come out. So I boxed them up ASAP and returned them. Sad, because that Rose Dust color is the final one I want for my collection. The Soft 7 are the only shoes I wear, and except for this they're great. HINT: A few years ago I had the same problem with a white pair. If you're thinking of buying the Soft 7 for the first time, go with a Nubuck version. I've not had the chemical smell problem with the Nubucks.
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