July 29, 2009
Undertoe-Chocolate Shoes by Simple
Rating:
(3 out of 5 stars)
Maker: Simple - We strive for 100% sustainability
MSRP: P3,195.00
Outlets: Rustan's and R.O.X Bonifacio High St.
Date Acquired: July 20, 2009
Frequency of Use: About 10 times since acquisition
by guest-reviewer, Charlene (mountaineer, cyclist, swimmer, civil engineer)
I am biased. I loved the shoes the moment I got them. I love how they're rough yet delicate and they seem to have been made with such care--like pieces of handcrafted art, where every bit is lovingly chosen. They were my happy thought for the day and at random times during the week when I was anticipating them. Much of the two months since receiving them have been trying to make the relationship work between my feet and the shoes. At first they were a size too small, Simple shoes immediately replaced those. Next, my heels got blisters during the breaking in process. Those had to heal. Finally, after finding these Kiwi heel liners I am able to enjoy the charming pair. Alas, what is beauty without struggle?
(company claim)
- certified organic cotton uppers
- super soft bamboo fabric linings
- braid made of jute around my midsoles
- cork and natural latex pedbeds with organic cotton topsoles for supreme squishiness
- outsoles used to be a car tire
- held together with water based cements
- bamboo wedge... ooh la la!
- state-of-the-art/back-to-the-future post-consumer recycled box
- contains LATEX (a natural rubber!)
(company claim)
- casual shoes
 Pros
- they're SO pretty
- excellent customer service
- made with love for the earth
- the box is pretty too
 Cons
- needs to be broken-in
- may need heel liners
- small toe hurts after extended wear
 Wish List
- built-in heel liner
- more toe room
 (Oct 1, 2009) They make me smile when I see them. If you're like me, I wish you the same pedestrian joy.
--- Charlene
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