Fantastic Earth Friendly Shoe
931917
I have been meaning to buy a pair of earth-friendly shoes for everyday use. I decided on these because they are super cool looking and have many layers of sustainability, not to mention they are super comfortable. Between these and the Simple flippees, I don't need any other shoes. My only warning is that people with very wide feet might not find these comfortable; I have slightly wider than average feet and these are snug.
3745415
We LOVE these shoes!  My three-year-old daughter is very picky about everything she wears, particularly her shoes.  She wants everything to be girly, sparkly, etc.  However, I want everything she wears to be completely comfortable and sturdy, so her clothes won't keep her from running, climbing, and exploring!  These shoes make us both very happy, the first pair to do so in awhile.  She has worn them every day for more than two months and they still look fantastic.

I'm writing this review because some of the reviews had me concerned about durability and long-term appearance.  However, I've been very pleased with these shoes in both these regards.  My daughter gets two hours each day of outdoor time at her preschool (we live in Florida, so even though it's winter, this is actually our prime-time play season) and both my kids tend to destroy their shoes quickly.  These have held up beautifully.  The sparkly surface looks brand new, which is pretty amazing -- way better than any of our sparkly Tom's or Stride-Rites.  The rubber toes have kept the shoes safe from wearing out after tricycle-scooting.  (Many of our shoes blow out their toes after a month of scooting across pavement on little bikes and cars.)  The flower does show a little wear and fraying, but it still looks super cute -- not dingy, in my opinion.  It is very securely attached.  They don't look like pristine dress-up shoes at this point, but we never would have subjected them to two months of hard everyday wear if that had been my hope, and for an everyday shoe they're actually as dressy and good-looking as anything my daughter needs to wear at this age.  She wore them to church yesterday and we got compliments as usual.  :)  I have had to wash these shoes well one time, when my daughter spent an hour running through potting soil while these shoes were new.  :P  I used a washcloth and gentle cleanser.  Everything cleaned up beautifully, even the flower.

Other reviewers have noted that these would not work without socks, and I agree -- the silver stuff would be a little rough.  But my kids always wear socks almost every day, even during our hot Florida summers, because playground mulch is no fun to navigate with bare feet.  I see that Pediped has these pictured without socks, though, which again, I don't think would work well.  We had the same issue with our Tom's shoes with glitter -- too rough on the edges to wear without socks.

As for being shoes that are both beautiful and equipped for heavy play, these definitely fit the bill.  My daughter trips easily if her shoes aren't great, and she is always sturdy in these.  In her words: "My shoes are beautiful and awesome AND fast!"  She loves the silver, because she's sure that's what Elsa would wear.  :)  The glitter has almost a rainbow reflection when it catches the light, which she thinks is magical.

These shoes are another huge win for us from Pediped, my favorite source of sturdy, adorable shoes for my daughter.  I love the flexible sizing  -- you get little foam inserts to use while the shoes are still on the big size, so you can order a slightly bigger size than usual and get more wear out of them.  For what it's worth, I also greatly appreciate that Pediped is part of the Fair Labor Association.
1997963
I'm purchasing these shoes as a replacement for the identical pair our little guy has been wearing for the last year.  They are the only thing in his closet that hasn't worn out - these shoes are great on so many levels.  They are cool looking, lined with a soft "furry" material, slip on in a second and provide ample support for little feet.  The lining slips out to wash, so no matter where your little guy takes them, you can renew the nice clean insole.  These are rugged!  They've climbed trees, jumped in puddles, walked in mud and just keep returning to a "like new" condition with only minor cleanup.  There are a couple of places on the strap to add Jibbitz (shoe charms) so they can be customized to reflect your little guy's favorites.  Ours are donning Buzz Lightyear and Rex at the moment.
3872160
This is my 2nd pair of Earthkeepers and I love'em. Great quality and reliability. I wore my 1st pair just about everyday for two and a half yrs straight and there still going strong. I wanted a color change so that's the only reason for the 2nd pair. They do run large so go a size smaller then what you normally wear. I'm a size 10 so I ordered a size 9m in these boots and they fit perfect.
3551391
At first fit a little snug until after a  few wearings; 6.5 is usually my size and this worked.  Will buy Earth shoes again for the comfort
449822
I received many compliments on the bootie and I love earth shoes and boots.
3916826
I usually wear a 12 in closed shoes, but I manage an 11 in sandals because I have rather skinny feet. My mother wears a 6 1/2 and I just got a 6 because people suggested the shoe could be loose. We were both very satisfied by the fit, and the packaging was environmentally friendly which is a plus. The only downside would be if you stepped in a mudhole because the fabric would be so yucky so I would save them for good weather days.
740385
Earth shoes have always been a favorite brand of mine, and these boots are nice and warm.  Great on my back, I could and have worn them all day long.
4973539
I am a big fan of the Saucony Jazz Originals which have a combination of suede and leather. I have had the two pairs of those in black and my only complain with those is that the suede would fade over a period of time. The Jazz Original Low Pro Vegans are a great replacement! They are made of hemp and canvas which means they are a more durable (& sustainable!) fabric for every day wear. The Low Pros have a little less cushion at the bottom of the shoe than the regular Originals but overall are a comfortable fit that fits true to your shoe size. The white accent stitching on the shoe is nice and gives a cool look to the shoe. You get an extra pair of oatmeal colored shoe laces in the box which is a total plus.
3447847
The Acorn Women's Earthroamer Wrap is a great shoe.  I found it to be very comfortable and the fit to be true to size.
1606246
I'm still wearing these at the end of the second Summer and I'm delighted with them. They have enough of a cushion to make them good for all day wear and for shopping, strolling around town, or indoors. I have a narrow long foot and have a difficult time finding salads that fit. These shoes have 3 velcro adjustable straps, including the one at the heel, and they allow me to get the perfect adjustment. I'm one of those Northwesterns who always wears socks of some type with my sandals. I can wear a thin stocking in Summer, or a thicker wool sock in Winter with simple change in the adjustment of any of all of the straps.  I would buy a second pair, in fact I did do that. I am a real Earth Origins fan and am delighted with these shoes.
2460570
I've only worn the shoes a couple of times and I already love them. They look great. They are great for casual and office attire. I would not recommend wearing it for heavy duty use such as in bad/cold weather as they are probably not very water proof and feet will get cold. I wanted a vegan shoes that had a minimalist type of feel and these shoes fit the bill perfectly. They feel light on your feet and even though they have a kind of thick insole. The outsole is a thin layer of rubber which looks like recycled tires and is very flexible which is why it probably feels like a "barefoot" shoe. I plan on using these mainly in the office and light outdoor use. I ordered the dark brown pair and they are probably one of the best looking shoes I've gotten given that they are made of cloth and recycled materials. They were very economical, I am tempted to get another pair in case the price goes up. They do seem fairly durable so with light use they should last a long time. Also the size I got was perfect so I didn't have any sizing issues like some of the other reviewers said. So in summary if you don't want to wear shoes made with animal products, like the feeling of a flexible barefoot shoe that may be a little different than what you are used to but very stylish nonetheless, then this is the shoe for you.
1444926
Very comfortable, well made, and stylish shoe made of vegan materials. Fits perfectly, my feet are a little wide but the shoes are not too snug. Quality stitching and rubber contact points, shoes look like they will last a long time which is more than I can for some other name brand canvas shoes I've recently purchased. I would buy these shoes again. These are the highest quality shoes I have ever purchased at this price point. A great gift or footwear choice for people who are vegan!
4189973
Semi-soft, great gripping sole keeps your feet in place on improved trails - even if just improved by wildlife. Very flexible right out of the box and light. Very breathable for warmer weather. Although not waterproof, I've been through rains and feet remained dry, but admittedly this may just be due to the new, tight fabric. Toe box is roomy without being 'duck foot' like. The insert is very high quality and similar to the stand alone type often need for some shoes. The back of the shoe has a heavy, rubber like material that wraps around your heel and provides a lot of stability. I find myself using these shoes instead of mid-high boots. This is my second pair and I highly recommend them.
3919175
I regret waiting so long to finally order these because they are fantastic. I can move around the yard and garden and not worry about mud, water or grass stains. They are really cute too! Four stars because I had to order up to a whole size as this shoe only comes in whole sizes;  a half size smaller would be a perfect fit. I just wear a low rise sock for stability. They clean up easy too, and for the price one could afford to replace them every year but I think they will make it through several seasons.
2878460
After 49 years, I finally have a pair of shoes that convinced me to go out and buy another pair like them (but in a different color) and buy more shoes of that brand.  I will not buy another pair of shoes that are not Earth shoes!

I have a swollen nerve in one foot that prevents me from wearing high heels or any shoe that has a narrow toe box.  The Earth shoes all have wide toe boxes that do not squeeze my toes.  The Earth shoes are made with the heel lower than the toes which gives your calves a nice workout, but it also allows for a much more natural walking gait (like you are barefoot on soft dirt or sand).  I can now walk and stand for hours without my feet hurting!  I also have fairly high arches that receive good support in the Earth shoes.

I have bought my daughter the same shoe as well as some Earth winter boots.  She has also loved these shoes.
4152209
Have bought Okabashi sandals for many years, and I absolutely love these shoes, however the size of this pair M is too small for me, must return and get a larger pair.

They always smell like vanilla and never stink like a gross summer sandal, no matter how wet or dirty they get or which seasons you wear them in. Top rack dishwasher safe too.

Yes, they are plastic, however they're a great quality shoe that can last for many years and amazingly they're recyclable! They're inexpensive and no animals were harmed in their production. Win, win.

Would highly recommend.