Dansko Women's Sonja Black Cabrio Mule 9.5-10 M US Review
If you find yourself on your feet for extended periods, the Dansko Women's Sonja Black Cabrio Mule from Dansko's Stapled Clog collection is an excellent choice. Engineered with a polyurethane rocker-bottom sole, this mule not only protects your feet but also alleviates stress on your legs and back while promoting natural foot movement.
The legacy of Dansko began in 1990 when founders Mandy Cabot and Peter Kjellerup discovered these incredibly comfortable shoes in Denmark. Their mission was simple: to deliver comfort to everyone who needed it. Fast forward to today, and Dansko continues to impress with its stylish designs that cater to both function and fashion.
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Features
- Material: Leather and/or fabric uppers
- Padded instep collar: For added comfort during movement
- Roomy reinforced toe box: Provides protection with ample toe space
- PU outsole: Designed with a rocker bottom for shock absorption
- Wide heel strike: Ensures enhanced stability
Pros
- Exceptional arch support
- Durable and stylish design
- Shock-absorbing properties
- Versatile enough for various occasions
- Easy to clean via machine wash
Cons
- May take time to break in for some wearers
- Not suitable for extremely formal settings
Comparison With Other Similar Products
| Product | Material | Sole Type | Arch Support |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dansko Women's Sonja Mule | Leather/Fabric | PU Rocker Bottom | Excellent |
| Clarks Women's Clogs | Leather | Rubber Outsole | Good |
| Birkenstock Boston Clogs | Suede | Cork Footbed | Very Good |
Detailed Review
The Dansko Women's Sonja Black Cabrio Mule excels in providing all-day comfort without compromising style. With its leather upper and padded collar, every step feels cushioned and supported, making them ideal for professionals who spend hours on their feet.
These clogs feature a roomy toe box that allows for natural foot movement, which is particularly beneficial for those who suffer from bunions or other foot ailments. The PU outsole's rocker bottom design enhances your walking efficiency, giving you the propulsion needed to keep moving forward effortlessly.
In terms of aesthetics, the black cabrio finish adds versatility, allowing you to pair these mules with everything from casual jeans to professional attire. However, some users have reported needing a break-in period, so it's advisable to wear them gradually at first.
Detailed Rating
| Category | Score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort | 9.5/10 | Outstanding cushioning and support for long durations. |
| Style | 8/10 | Versatile design suitable for various outfits. |
| Durability | 9/10 | High-quality materials ensure longevity. |
| Value for Money | 8.5/10 | Fair pricing considering the quality and comfort offered. |
User Reviews
I am on my feet all day in hospital and bartended for years, only shoes I will wear!! Make sure you get the right size (if unsure, order 2 sizes) wear around the house to make sure they hug your feet. So much support! Between wearing 40-60 hours per week at work and wearing with yoga pants regularly, I found they last about 2 years before they get stretched out and they lose support on sides where the middle of your foot sits. Not a negative for me at all!! More than happy to replace every 18-24 months. I just got my new pair and it’s like walking on air, they hug and cradle my feet all day. I love the inch or so they give you all though I am 5’9. Some people think they are heavy and yeah, they have some weight to them but doesn't bother me in the least. I am a forever, loyal wearer of Dansko mules!!*I did love when they had mules in patent leather but seemed to have discontinued that style.I am fine with black leather which can be touched up and shined with shoe polish if needed
I’ve had lots of dansko shoes and mules. They are perfect. Got for a great price.
I love love love these shoes. I love the fit, the look and the sturdiness. I was having pain in the back of my heel and wearing these shoes really helped. They were a little stiff and tight at first but they have conformed to my feet and are very comfortable now. I like that they are hard soled. I have a heavy walk and these support my weight easily. I tried memory foam clogs and they just do not provide the support I need for the long haul, the give in the foam gives out eventually. If I could afford it I'd have a pair in every color and pattern. Well worth the money.
Although the color is much darker than the photo represents, they fit well. I had been wearing Sanita's for the past 18 years or so because the Dansko were too wide and bulky. These fit surprisingly well and are not too wide or elongated in the front, which is nice. Also, the quality and fit are superior to the Sanita clogs, which have also had very inconsistent quality and fit over the years. The foot support and comfort and excellent, just wish the color matched the photo.
These shoes did not fit well at all. I was very disappointed and dissatisfied. I rated them one star. (I have since purchased four pairs of Bjork clogs in the same size.)
Wore my old ones for many years, dressing up or down, to work, to events, eventually as a gardening shoe when they started to show wear. They lasted a long time. Love this shoe! Arch support feels great for long days on my feet. Width across toes snug for me but shoe always adjusts to my feet in time.
I've worn an open back clog for many, many years and they are typically from Dansko or Alegria. It's been a few years since I've updated my shoes and I was not happy to find that apparently the backless clog design isn't popular right now. I was very limited in my choices so picked these. In the past I've sometimes had trouble with this style of Dansko being too snug on the top of my foot causing pain/discomfort so I was worried. However, they fit like an absolute dream! I wore them straight out of the box all day with no issues. I always wear a European 39 or US 8.5 - 9. Dansko sizing never disappoints me. I have deteriorating foot joints and if not in good shoes I feel like I'm walking on marbles. Also recently I cut the back of my food (ankle) and closely missed my tendon making a backless shoe mandatory. These are beautiful and they fit my "slightly wide" foot. If they came in other colors, I'd get another pair.
After reading the reviews I am glad that I ordered the next size because they fit right in length, almost like my old ones, but the leather is too stiff. I'm a size 10 Regular but I got an 10.5-11, so 41 European, according to chart size on Amazon. I think that they are not sized correctly here. I am a European living in the US, and I always get a size 41 E anyway. The tow box is fine, with space for my toes. But they're too tight on the collar area pressing too much on the top on my foot bones, and the leather is so stiff that I am not sure that they will mold very well or stretch with time. My feet are not wide nor narrow, I just have high arches. I always were leather shoe tops, never man made, but this leather is too hard and stiff. My old clogs (from another brand, Land's End, from many years ago) which have softer black leather, also smooth like in these ones (not nubuck, and I prefer box leather because they still clean longer and do not stain so easily). The arch support (which I need for plantar fascitis) is moderate and good enough, but not as comfy as my old ones. They foot bed seems padded, but a bit harder. They feel and look almost the same, except the quality of the leather, so stiff... and much tighter collar area... So I am not sure that they will work for me, if my feet swell a bit when they get tired or it's warmer... But the soles feel good and comfortable when I walk inside the house, better than other brands I tried recently. These may work well though for younger people with narrower feet, but I am not sure with wider feet or high arches with also high top foot bones like me. So, sadly I may have to return them. And if I get a bigger size, I am afraid they may slip off. Too bad that the leather is not more flexible and softer so it can stretch a bit, because the rest of the clogs are good and comfy. That's why I gave them a 3 on the review. But if the quality of the leather was softer and also around the collar area they could be a 5. I hope they change the type leather because the rest was better than average. It is so hard to find clogs with comfy padded soles with arch support. P.S. I ordered them in black, so I am not sure if the leather is the same type in white. I did not get the white ones because I do not like the white color soles (because they're too dirty in white. They should be beige/tan or light brown, in my opinion). UPDATE: After walking on carpet less than a minute inside my home my bone spur (which has not bothered me for the last 3 years or more) started to hurt, yes it hurts! So definitely the padding is Not good and it hits on the wrong spot on the heels or arch area... I took them off, and it stopped hurting wearing my padded Birks.