Taos New Footwear Women's Star Burst Sneaker White/Tan 8.5 Review

I’m tired of wearing my workout shoes whenever we travel or go into the city for a few days. But if I don’t and wear my cute Keds instead, I pay with increasing foot pain and very swollen feet.These shoes while super cute feel very different right away. They run small so size up 1/2 size, and if your arches are high you’ll need to loosen the laces. The footbed has very good arch support. I added heel pads because slight elevation helps minimize my swelling, and the footbed does feel a little hard at first. They feel a little heavier than the cute little sneaks I usually wear, but I got used to it quickly.I walked around the county fair all afternoon and logged roughly 300% more steps than usual. No swelling or pain! They are a stiffer shoe than I’m used to so I took them off for the car ride home, but my feet weren’t sore. I just need to get used to it. Also love that they don’t slip around on my feet at all, they’re firmly in place.Overall love these and will buy in other colors. Totally worth the price.

I purchased these sneakers for a two week trip to Europe. I,m a 60 year old woman. When I received them I wore them around the house to break in. They were extremely comfortable, durable and versatile. As you can see I wore with dresses, shorts, and pants. I walked over 10,000 steps in them each day! They are true to size and very comfortable. They are super cute and are still pretty white. Good buy for the $$$

Shoe runs true to size and includes the arch- and metatarsal-friendly support insole. Break-in time is non-existent; these shoes are comfortable the moment you put them on. New sole squeaking disappears within a few minutes of wear, and the sole is substantial; not at all flimsy. Textured color is delightful and versatile. Like every other pair of Taos sneakers I own, these are high-quality wardrobe favorites. Highly recommend.

Update: We just got home from our Mexico cruise, and I can officially say that I love these sneakers! With the wrong socks, they do rub a bit funny on my pinky toes, but other than that they are awesome. The arch support is just right, they don’t slip off my narrow heels, and my feet aren’t in pain after a day of walking. Buy these shoes. I bet you won’t regret it!Original review: I normally only leave reviews after using an item, but upon the first try-on, I’m so glad I bought these! I have somewhat wide feet and narrow heels, so some shoes are too tight across the toe box, but most wide shoes are too wide and my narrow heel makes them want to slide off even more easily that usual. I also have plantar fasciitis and require decent cushion and arch support unless I’m cool with being in pain for the next few days. This combination of factors makes finding cute, comfortable shoes very tricky.Upon first trying these shoes on, I’m in love! The arch support is comfortable, solid, and actually in the right place for my foot, which can be hit or miss for me. I often find mens shoes more comfortable for this reason. These shoes could have better cushion in the footbed, but it’s not bad, especially in the heel, which is where I carry my weight when I stand. The insole I’m the toe area is pretty hard, though. This would actually have been a 5 star review if there had been just a bit more cushion in the insole. But these ones are still cute shoes that will look good with pants, shorts, and casual dresses during our cruise to Mexico. I wanted to look cute, but still be comfortable on shore excursions and walking around the port, and I think these shoes are exactly what I was looking for!I’ll update this review, for better or for worse, after I’ve worn them in and done a bunch of walking and site seeing in them. I’m definitely optimistic, though!

These are awesome shoes. I came across them looking for a sneaker that wasn't a work out shoe but that had support in them. The cute little white or colored shoes don't normally work for me because not enough support. I tried them on at a shoe store. Not a shoe warehouse. This was an actual shoe store. They only had a size 10 which is the size I wear. It felt a bit snug. I looked it up the company online. Then found them on Amazon. Amazon was offering free returns on the shoe I chose. I didn't have anything to lose.I went up a whole size even though the website said most people preferred just a 1/2 size up.I received the shoe. Put it on and it felt great. I had to loosen up the laces a little because the shoe felt snug. Once I got my foot in and walked around the shoe loosened up.I wore these shoes out walking at an outdoor mall, the very next day after I received them.The shoe felt like I have always had them. These are the most comfortable out of the box shoes I have ever owned. The insole is molded and gives support. The insert is removable. I love the way it feels on my feet. I had no new shoe pain in my feet wearing them out as soon as I got them.Sizing: I wish I would have ordered a 1/2 size smaller. This fits with what the website suggested. The 11 on my size 10/10.5 foot is a little big. Whereas the size 10 was a little snug. The 11 is still very wearable for me and since I wore them out, they are mine so it works!

I have a deep love for Taos boots and sandals, so I decided to give these sneakers a try for fall. I was impressed with their quality out of the box - they are well constructed with quality fabric and soles; I have no doubt they would last for a long time. They have the true arch support and comfort insoles I've grown accustomed to with Taos shoes. However, the fit just didn't work for me. They were on the short side for my size, yet the back of the shoe (around the ankle) was loose and flopped up and down when I walked in them. The toe box fit but the placement of the seam was uncomfortable and pressed across my foot in an odd place. I would describe the fit/style to be the same as a Converse sneaker, which also do not work for me. I'd hoped with them being a Taos shoe the features would allow for a better fit than other sneakers I've tried, but apparently this style just isn't met for every foot, regardless of who makes it.

These are so cute on. I get complements all the time on my "cute little shoes". Plus, all my Taos are always comfortable.