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tigerlilly
October 19, 2023
The 'real' thing!!
Firstly, I would like to state that these are definitely the 'real' thing with the hand-sewed insoles, unlike the knock-off's that glue them in!Ok, so it had been AGES since I'd had any version of these shoes -- more years than I care to think about. Easily over 20 years! And back then, I had worn the 'men's' version for martial arts. They were SO comfortable and easy to slip on and off, and I wore them as street shoes, too! Comfy whether I wore them with socks or barefoot. I wore them until they started to fall apart, which was probably about 10 years after I got them! Those 'men's' version I had bought at a local shoe outlet store in a bargain bin, for about 50 cents. Yes, you read that correctly! lolI don't even remember the last time I had a pair of the women's version: the mary jane's! I'm sure I was just a little girl in the 1970's at that time! So when I saw these, I fell in love with them all over again! :) They are a simple style, simple materials, and practical...none of which should ever be thought of as a 'bad' thing. It's so hard to find shoes these days that are made with COTTON, instead of all this synthetic fabric that make your feet hot and sweaty. Cotton BREATHES! These shoes are cotton just like the old days, and the insoles are hand-sewn just like the old days! Some may think that these shoes would feel hard as a rock, but they don't -- not at all. The layers of cotton that are hand-sewn together gives a comfortable, natural cushion to your feet. Don't expect the fake cushioning (like memory foam) to be in these shoes. You're not going to sink into a cloud of fluffiness that you find in so many shoes these days. And the lack of fake cushioning is NOT a bad thing, either. I find that all of the memory foam put into shoes these days start to destroy your feet. If your feet are already poorly aligned and misshapen from wearing shoes that don't fit you properly, then foam will only form to that misalignment/misshapen form and keep you locked into that. Your feet will never be corrected. We were never really intended to wear 'shoes' anyway, especially not poorly designed shoes that are too narrow or have strong arches in them. I know that slippers that have memory foam always ended up messing up my feet by creating 'arches' due to too much padding. That is why I was so thrilled to find these shoes again: there are NO 'arches' in these. It's the next best thing to being barefoot! The soles are very flexible, and surprisingly not slippery at all. I had forgotten that they *weren't* slippery! lol So you do have some traction with these. :)Now, that I've raved about how much I love these and how awesome they are, I will say that I did have to return the size 6.5 because they were too small. I had read the reviews and the consensus had seemed that the black was accurate sizing. Perhaps theirs were, but mine was not. Mine fit more like a 6, I think. I am normally a 6.5 in shoes and a 7 in boots. So I do think you probably need to size up -- unless you have a very narrow foot, perhaps. I have an average width foot and these were a tad too narrow at the edges of my big toes. Also my toes were right at the end of the shoe. Yes, the cotton can stretch with wear, but the sole isn't going to get any longer, lol. So I have returned them and ordered a size 7, and also a 7.5. I think the 7 will be ok, and I wanted to try a 7.5 for when I want to wear socks with them. Because let's face it: these are too cute and comfy to be for one season only! ;) (I also plan to wear them as house slippers!)I'm so happy to have found these shoes again, and once I know my correct size I will be buying more colours! :)
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Madeleine
September 01, 2024
Perfect summer shoe
Here are all of my thoughts on these shoes and I hope you find it helpful!Pros: they are inexpensive compared to other brands with the same style, lightweight (it honestly feels like you're walking barefoot because they are so light), I haven't found that my feet sweat in them even in very hot weather because they're made of cotton, the sole is sturdy and not flimsy, they're easy to slip on and off, and they're just a lovely addition to my wardrobe adding a pop of color and a classic Mary Jane style.Cons: there's no arch support with these shoes so you probably couldn't wear them for an entire day if you're on your feet constantly, the stitching on the inside of the pair I received was loose so the fabric on the inside is coming up a bit near the toes (of course that may not be the case for all of them, but it's something to look out for when you receive them).Overall, I am well pleased with these lovely shoes and have already ordered a second pair in another color!
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Timeless comfort with a nostalgic twist—Mary Janes that feel like home.
I can’t even express how much I love these shoes. They instantly brought back memories of my childhood in Germany during the '80s, where I had a nearly identical pair. Finding these felt like rediscovering a little piece of the past—and I was so thrilled, I ended up buying them in three colors: classic black, brown, and a beautiful red velvet.They come in a variety of colors and textures, which makes them super versatile. The soles are soft and flexible—not built for high arch support, but still very comfortable for everyday wear. Perfect for slipping on with or without socks, or pairing with low-cut or no-show options.They’re especially great for narrow to average feet, as they may run a bit snug for wider sizes. That said, the adjustable three-buckle design gives you some wiggle room, and adding an extra hole would be easy if needed.Mary Janes truly never go out of style, and with the price point and color options, these are a nostalgic and affordable staple I’ll keep in rotation for a long time.
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cute but maybe not the most durable.
I love the design of these. The material is definitely on the cheaper side. The clasp was not working properly on the pair I received, which is why I sadly had to return them. While these look cheaper immediately upon arrival, they are super cute on and surprisingly more comfortable than you’d think. However, they provide little to no support if that is something you need or are looking for. But they will definitely make your outfit cute! I would rebuy in hopes of not getting a pair with a design flaw.
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Amazon Customer
October 07, 2025
Love, LOVE
LOVE THESE!! Not only are they versatile, they are well made for the price. Not only do they remind me of my youth, they don’t look too young for me at 56. I’ve already gotten several compliments, and I’ve only had them for over a month. Look, I’m not going to walk 10 miles of sidewalk in these shoes, but I did put some gel inserts( buy slightly larger) and did a 2 mile walk without any discomfort. They are a prefect size to throw in my bag and pull out when heels are driving me nuts.
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Great shoes!!!
I love love these shoes!!! They have so much durability and comfort and the size is perfect. They are lightweight and don’t weigh heavy on your feet.
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stephanie
December 01, 2025
Cute shoes, don't use for standing long
These are cute but there is no sole. Not comfortable to wear all day. If you stand often these aren't the shoes for you
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