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You are here: Home / Lifestyle / Sole Searching

July 1, 2015

Sole Searching

As promised, here’s my follow up post on shoes!! (And here’s the original – go read the comments!)

Foodblog (8 of 8) this !

I took all of your suggestions into consideration and tried to find a balance between frequency of mention and availability at Zappos before ordering a selection to try out.

Return // The Tieks

Tieks

Sadly I sent these back. After many of you said they looked tight and that the linen ones would not stretch, I knew these had to go. I didn’t even try to wear them in around the house. I considered ordering a leather pair, but when my Clarks arrived (see below!) I decided to go with them instead.

Keep // Clarks Grayson Erica

Foodblog (5 of 8)

The second I put these on I knew they would work. Not a touch of redness, very padded, perfect fit. They weren’t cheap ($100) but these are the soft and comfortable ballet flats I was looking for! I’ve worn them a couple of times and really like them.

Return // Lucky Brand Emmie

Foodblog (4 of 8)

I feel kind of sad about sending these back. They were super comfortable – in a loose, casual kind of way (like Toms!) The only reason I didn’t keep them is because of the Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up. I just didn’t need two new pairs of similar ballet flats. They were not quite as supportive as the Clarks, and I couldn’t see myself wearing them day in and day out. Thumbs up in general though!

Return // Reef Shaded Summer

Foodblog (3 of 8)

These flats just didn’t wow me. While the soles were much more supportive/padded/comfortable than Toms, they just didn’t stand out that much compared to the Toms that I have and love. I also didn’t love the navy color on my feet.

Keep // Teva Olowahu Flip-Flop

Foodblog (2 of 8)

Right around the time when I wrote the shoe post about flats, I broke my pool/beach flip flops playing soccer in my backyard. These were recommended in the comments, and I knew they would make great quick-dry shoes. Also, EMBROIDERY!

Return // Born Mai

Foodblog (6 of 8)

This is another pair I’m sort of sad I returned, as these were really cute and comfortable. I love my other Born sandals though, which are so similar I felt like I’d have a hard time choosing which ones to wear and might just default to my older ones.

Keep // Birkenstock Gizeh

Foodblog (1 of 8)

And finally! The most talked about shoe in my post’s comments were the Gizehs. It seems many of you live in these! I am still warming up to the look a little bit, as I feel like they make me look like a Hobbit (!) but the comfort says it all. They are a little stiff, but once broken in I can tell these are going to rock. Of course I got the shiny mirror color! I’ve already gotten three compliments on them.

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So those are my shoes! I walked away (heh heh) with a solid pair of flats, a beach flip flip, and a really comfortable pair of sandals. Add that to my Toms and Born Joyas and I should be set in all categories for warm weather! (Let’s talk boots in the fall….!)

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Comments

  1. Shannon says

    July 1, 2015 at 11:01 am

    Thanks Kath!

    Do you like the Native shoes for Mason? Was looking into getting those for my son!

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      July 1, 2015 at 11:46 am

      Yes! They are great. A little hard to get on but once they’re on they are good. He can put them on himself.

      Reply
    • Shannon says

      July 1, 2015 at 12:28 pm

      Ok, great! Thanks for getting back to me !

      Reply
  2. Elizabeth Beil says

    July 1, 2015 at 11:01 am

    I just bought the Teva after your review! I have been seeing them around and I love the color with the black!! Great for a running errands and pool day shoe! Thanks!

    Reply
  3. Elyse says

    July 1, 2015 at 11:28 am

    Love the casualness of the Teva flip flops and you are so right, you can’t go wrong with embroidery!

    Reply
  4. Linda @ The Fitty says

    July 1, 2015 at 11:43 am

    I love the idea of this post title, haha 🙂

    Reply
  5. Erin @ Her Heartland Soul says

    July 1, 2015 at 11:51 am

    It always sucks to return stuff but I’m glad you found shoes you like!

    Reply
  6. Ali says

    July 1, 2015 at 12:12 pm

    Just wanted to say I really loved these two posts! I am searching for comfortable walking shoes for summer weather and am going to try some of the shoes that were recommended here.

    Reply
  7. Liz says

    July 1, 2015 at 1:01 pm

    I thought I spied you wearing the birks in a recent post. Glad you like them, they are my all time favorite sandal!

    Reply
  8. Emily says

    July 1, 2015 at 1:05 pm

    I love that birks are trendy again! They’re the only shoes my mom wears!

    Reply
  9. Stephanie @ Whole Health Dork says

    July 1, 2015 at 1:06 pm

    Thanks for sharing your results! I’ve actually been on the lookout for a pair of sandals and a casual/non-sneaker pair of shoes for our upcoming trip to Austria and Germany. I picked up a new pair of New Balance 574s as my snazzy sneaker option. I tried the Gizahs, but the fit was a bit funny and really hurt between my toes. So I may look into a Born or Keen option since my other Birks are a bit too casual.

    Reply
  10. Tara says

    July 1, 2015 at 1:09 pm

    The style of the burks are great, but I have to be honest – that mirrored finish is awful. I very much prefer the silver tones in the sandals you returned. They look much more adult and sophisticated. I love your other choices though!

    Reply
    • Tara says

      July 1, 2015 at 1:11 pm

      Birks! Autocorrect…

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        July 3, 2015 at 2:28 pm

        Why even bother saying that? Not very nice.

        Reply
  11. Cassie says

    July 1, 2015 at 1:14 pm

    I’m also very laid back with shoes. Couldn’t care less about a crazy shoe sale at the mall!

    Reply
  12. Jenny says

    July 1, 2015 at 4:17 pm

    Do you ever shop 6pm.com? It’s the zappos clearance and you can often get two for one-ish! Those birks don’t fit my feet and they never got cushy for me so I finally gave them to a friend–but the mephisto helen is similar and awesome for my feet. I also have the Lucky Brand flats in a goldish/silver leather and they are super comfy but really flat. Great choices and fun post!

    Reply
  13. Jenny says

    July 1, 2015 at 5:23 pm

    also the leather vince camuto Ellen flat is really great.

    Reply
  14. Elisabeth says

    July 1, 2015 at 8:21 pm

    Love that you finally bought some Birks! I live in my (way too many) pairs all spring, summer and fall. I’ve been considering those same Tevas, so glad to see you liked them.

    Reply
  15. Sam @ Grapefruit & Granola says

    July 1, 2015 at 10:11 pm

    I love the look of the Birks! You will have to do a follow-up to let everyone know how they feel after they get worn in.

    Reply
  16. Sam says

    July 2, 2015 at 1:48 am

    That rug! I love it. Is that installed carpet or an area rug? If area rug, would you please share where it’s from? Thanks!

    Btw, thanks for the shoe reviews. I really like the Clarks and actually totally love the Reefs. I have been looking for a cool pair of comfortable navy shoes that aren’t overly pricey and those might fit the bill perfectly. 🙂

    Reply
    • Sam says

      July 2, 2015 at 1:49 am

      I just noticed that it’s an area rug. Details, please!!

      Reply
      • KathEats says

        July 2, 2015 at 9:52 am

        It’s this one from Pottery Barn. I absolutely love it!! So cushy!

        Reply
  17. seana says

    July 2, 2015 at 6:01 am

    I have 2 pairs of those birks and love them. You won’t be sorry!

    Reply
  18. Tiffany says

    July 2, 2015 at 8:13 am

    Thanks for sharing! I just ordered from Birks based on your post! Hope I like them too!

    Reply
  19. Safa says

    July 4, 2015 at 10:35 am

    Ever since I got my first pair of Birkenstock last December, I have been living in them. Good choices!

    Reply
  20. lynn @ the actor's diet says

    July 4, 2015 at 12:47 pm

    I just did a post about breaking in Birks – I can’t handle the thong style so props to you!

    Reply

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