LifeStride Womens Kascade Espadrille Wedge Mary Jane Flat Review
The LifeStride Women's Kascade Espadrille Wedge Mary Jane Flat in Raspberry is an ideal blend of style and comfort. This shoe showcases a chic design with knotted straps that not only add personality but also ensure a secure fit thanks to the stretch knot feature. The canvas or fabric upper offers breathability while maintaining durability, making these flats perfect for daily wear.
With a 1 3/4 inch espadrille wedge heel, you gain height without compromising on comfort. The eco-microfiber sock lining and jute detailing elevate the overall aesthetic, giving you a laid-back yet fashionable look suitable for various occasions.
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Features
- Canvas or fabric upper with a round toe
- Stretch knot for a secure fit
- Eco-microfiber sock lining for added comfort
- Espadrille-inspired jute detailing
- Toe box and heel counter made from recycled materials
- Soft System® comfort package for all-day support
- Velocity 2.0® cushioning with shock absorption and pressure distribution
- Just Right Height 1 3/4 inch espadrille wedge heel
Pros
- Stylish design with unique knotted straps
- Excellent support and cushioning from Soft System®
- Environmentally friendly materials used in construction
- Sensible height increase with comfortable wedge heel
- Versatile style suitable for casual and semi-formal settings
Cons
- Limited color options available
- Some users may find the fit runs slightly small
Comparison With Other Similar Products
| Product Name | Heel Height | Material | Cushioning Technology |
|---|---|---|---|
| LifeStride Kascade | 1 3/4 inches | Canvas/Fabric | Soft System®, Velocity 2.0® |
| Naturalizer Marianne | 2 inches | Leather | Naturalizer N5 Contour |
| Aerosoles Duffle | 1 1/2 inches | Fabric | Memory Foam |
Detailed Review
Comfort: The LifeStride Kascade excels in providing comfort with its specially designed Soft System® technology, ensuring that your feet feel pampered throughout the day. The addition of Velocity 2.0® means superior cushioning that adapts to your movements, which is crucial if you're on your feet for extended periods.
Style: Its stylish mary jane design paired with the espadrille wedge heel makes it a versatile footwear option. Whether you are dressing up for a lunch date or keeping it casual for a day out, these shoes complement various outfits perfectly.
Durability: Made with eco-friendly materials, including recycled components in both the toe box and heel counter, the durability of LifeStride Kascade is commendable. The canvas finish holds up well against everyday wear, making these shoes a sensible investment.
Fit: While most users appreciate the secure fit provided by the stretch knot, some have noted that the sizing may run a bit small. Therefore, it might be wise to try them on before committing to a purchase or consider ordering half a size up.
Detailed Rating
| Category | Score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort | 9/10 | Exceptional cushioning and support for all-day wear. |
| Style | 8/10 | Chic design perfect for various occasions. |
| Durability | 8/10 | Made with quality materials, long-lasting performance. |
| Fit | 7/10 | Generally good; may require size adjustments for some. |
User Reviews
I'm a size 10.5, which is super annoying because most shoes at this size only come in 10 or 11 (grr! angry face!). I size up for closed shoes and down for sandals. I first tried these in size 11, but they were both too long and also too narrow, so it felt like the wide part of my forefoot hit too close to the edge but also got squished too far from the toe tip. I like shoes, and none of my other shoes are wide width, but I liked these too much to give up so I returned the 11s and replaced them with 10 wide. Lo and behold, the 10 wides fit perfectly! Once I had the right size, they were very comfortable. I wore them through some long in-person meetings, walking around a lot more than I usually do in a day, and they held up well and didn't hurt me.
Really comfortable and fashionable as well
Good price, love the orange color and it is very comfortable and soft, good for my achy fibro feet! However, I got my regular size 9 but wide, the width is perfect but too long so I’m going to try a half size down and send back the 9W. I might up the stars if it fits right!Ordered 8.5W waited 3 days and package never arrived so I cancelled and ordered again however, Amazon said I refused delivery which is NOT TRUE,,,,don’t put this on me Amazon! Grrrrrr
These are my go to shoes everyday. They are so comfortable and easy to slip on. Look great as casual or dress shoes.
I have a wide foot and I ordered this in wide. It was not a Wide even though it said it was. Tired a "wide" not being a wide. Was a cute shoe and was really excited to get it. Disappointed I had to return it.
These shoes are for narrow feet. The cross over the top is uncomfortable if you have wide feet or a high arch. The length is adequate. The color is nice and the quality is great. Just a snug fit at the toe over the top of the foot. Also a little difficult to on.
I am so happy with these shoes!! Not only are they very cute but they are also really comfortable. I’m planning to order another pair in the cream color!!!
These shoes come in wide sizes so I thought I'd take a chance since they are Life Stride brand. What do you know, they fit and I was so happy! It's difficult to find a truly wide shoe that doesn't squeeze but these felt fine since the minute I put them on. I ordered a half-size bigger than my usual and they don't slip since they have the crossed elastic over the top of the foot. Next time I would try my regular size.One thing I would change is the style of the crossed elastic. It is sort of a knot and can be a little uncomfortable pressing on the tendons on th top of the foot. It looks nice but I would change it to flat elastic..no discomfort and would look more like a ballet shoe. Would buy again.