SPIRA Women's Classic Leather Walking Shoe

The eyelets on this shoe is strong the new shoe with the eyelet made of fabric are not strong enough and tear off

I have severe Plantar fasciitis. I am up on my feet on and off all day on concrete and stairs. I was skeptical on a shoe that was so highly rated on web sites. I've tried just about every kind of shoe insert, sock, balm... the works to keep my foot from hurting so badly I could hardly walk on it. I was in a lot of pain the day the shoes arrived. I was home for lunch during a work day and had a long afternoon on my feet ahead. I put them on and went back to work. I guess I expected miracles... my foot still hurt all afternoon. I contemplated sending them back as another thing that didn't work. Rational thought kicked in and I continued to wear them the rest of the week. I swear, no lie, no kidding... the very next day, I had absolutely NO pain for the first time in months. A twinge, yes... a bit of a throb now and then... yes... but by the end of the week, I could walk around my job like a normal person... no pain. I noticed immediate relief the minute I put them on in the mornings. After getting home after work, and taking them off... yes, the pain would kick back in and I'd have to ice my foot, but that's to be expected with Plantar fasciitis. After two weeks, now, of wearing the shoes every single day, even the night pain has subsided to annoying instead of agony. If I slop around on the weekends barefoot or wear other non-supportive shoes... bam the pain is right back, so I know the shoes are working. To be able to get up from my desk and know I can hustle around to get done what is needed at work without the searing pain is well worth the cost of the shoe.My next goal is to start fitness walking again with the shoes to see if they can hold-up to that and still keep my foot comfortable.If you are trying to decide on a super cushioned or "squishy" type of support shoe or a running shoe if you have foot trouble... I've tried them both and they don't do the trick for me.. you must have the arch support of a solid walking shoe for that. I've learned my lesson.Black and/or white shoes may not be the most stylish, but when your feet hurt... looks are not a top priority at least for me. I find the black goes just about anything and unless you are in super high-profile job that requires heels (women obviously), no one is going to pay all that much attention to what you have on your feet.

I bought these shoes for work. They are very comfortable thick sole but big in the ankle area. I guess because they are leather that is why they are hot

I was anxious about ordering shoes online since obviously I was unable to try them on for fit/comfort until they arrived. However, I am thrilled that I did take the chance and order them. I ordered a Women's 8 1/2 Wide and they fit perfectly. They arrived in good condition with good packaging, and appear to be fairly well made. Although I have never had this type of shoe before (with the springs in the sole), it did not take any time at all to get use to them or feel comfortable in them. What I like is that I do notice a difference from other good walking shoes I have - they definitely have a more 'cushioning' feel when walking. The ground/floor/pavement is not as hard on the soles of my feet and there is less stress on my legs, hips and back.Everybody is different and has various needs. However, if you are contemplating spending hard-earned money on a good walking shoe and want to have good support and a lighter feel to your step, I recommend these shoes. Since I have only had them for two weeks, I do not know how well they hold up. I can tell you though that if I need to purchase a new pair every year, I believe the money will be worth spending. I have had back surgery and have a rod & pins in my back, in addition to having moderate to severe arthritis in my spine, so having shoes that take pressure off my back and legs is enough to make me cry with joy. I do wish they were made in the U.S.A. - they are not - and hope the good quality of the product continues.

I bought these shoes based on the reviews posted. The reviews I payed attention to were people who worked, and on their feet for more than 12 hours. I thought it sounded great because I have fibromyalgia, and arthritis, and bunions. My one concern was they must be a heavy shoe. But,not based on the reviews I read. Unfortunately, after the 4th hour of work last night my feet were dragging. The shoe is very cushiony, but the shoe is very heavy. The other reviewers said it was not, but with my feet they were a heavy shoe.I am passing on my experience because there was nothing written anywhere about shoes and fibromyalgia. I hope this will help someone else.This is a update, if you have feet problems like myself and have tried everything. Don't give up. I am spending more than I would have like to on a shoe. But I look at it as a investment for my feet. I knew what I needed was a lighter shoe and cushion. The advice they gave me, is alot of people with my problem buy a running shoe. I ended up buying Asic Sneakers. The shoe has lots of cushion, and is flexible and a light shoe. I wore them for the first time last night. The test was after four hours. My gosh,it was wonderful not to be limping out the door at work. I even did not wear my orthotics. Can you imagine if I wore them what a difference that would be. I would check out Asics website, and do some research of your own, then go to amazon and check out some of the reviews. For the first time, I can walk out the door. I will always have slight pain, no matter what. The Asic Cumulus( like the cloud) shoe did make a difference. The pain is not as intense and throbbing. Before the Asics, and I tried the Spiras, It was so bad that it took about 4 days of not working to relieve the pain. I couldn't sleep because the pain was so intense. But, now my pain is still there but tolerable. But, if I wore the orhotic which I plan to tonight, I am curious to see how I will feel after 8 hours. The only drawback is the shoe, colors are made for runners. Realize the color allows people to see runners at night. So, the colors are are very bright and youthful. But, I will say, GET OVER IT!! As long as my feet don't hurt I don't care what color it is.One other mention after this review, another shoe I recommend is called the Orthoheel. I never thought I would not wear sneakers at work. But,I find them the best shoe for my feet lately.