Customer Reviews Aetrex Jillian Quarter Strap

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Aetrex Jillian Quarter Strap

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88%"Felt true to size"

86%"Felt true to width"

57%"Moderate arch support"

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I love these shoes! In August I had my first encounter with plantar fasciitis and was in nonstop pain for 9 months until I got these a few weeks ago. The orthopedic surgeon had me in a boot for five months after that it was sneakers with orthotics. Complete waste of time, totally useless and not a good look for the office. Then I found these. I have been pain free ever since. I recently found a wonderful foot doctor who was willing to listen and treat me properly - even he had wonderful things to say about how these are very well structured. He did say these are better made than the orthotics this company makes. I now have six pairs of these shoes to rotate. I will admit I was horrified the first time I put them on. They looked like surfboards on my feet. But with the way I felt I no longer cared what they looked like. I get compliments on them all the time. Full disclosure until my injury I only wore Italian shoes. I have thousands of dollars invested in my footwear which are now all boxed up waiting until I heal fully and can wear them again. I'm guessing it will be a year or more until that happens. As a side note one thing that has helped me a great deal is wearing a pair of these as house slippers. Doing that greatly reduced my foot pain - I have hardwood floors. Basically I always have a pair on. What I now need to do is figure out what cooler weather shoes they have that have this same footbead. It's been a chilly spring here and my toes have been cold. But once again I don't care my feet are pain free! Yippie!
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This is my first review, because these are probably the most comfortable shoes/sandals I've ever worn. When I saw them in a store I didn't try them on because of the wide plank look. But I have problem feet and Aetrex gets good reviews. So I ordered from trusty Zappos and they don't have that plank look when wearing, in fact they're quite cute, especially in the bronze. I have a bunion, fallen arch, and soft tissue problems from a severe foot and ankle sprain a few years ago. Not only are these sandals comfortable, but they seem to be helping the foot overall. And they come in half sizes. I'm a true 8.5 and most 8s or 9s don't work.
I'd also recommend:
Taos, Dansko
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1) these connect via Velcro. Amazing. 2) the heel leather looks matronly 3) these sandals run huge. I’m an 8.5 and I could put my full hand under the strap in with my toes (see pictures.)
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Aetrex is my new favorite brand of shoe, and this style is one that I've really liked. It's a simpler, strappier style, not heavy-looking on the foot. I'm a size 8, so some of the styles do have a heavier look when I've tried them. I have high arches and plantar fasciitis and this sandal has been all-day comfortable.
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Oh my . I can walk . I have been dealing with plantar fasciitis, tendinitis, arthritis and over pronation. Some days I walk with a cane and all days are painful . Granted I just got these shoes today and since I have put them on I have been able to walk !!! I would not take them off except I’m nearly ready for bed ! I love them - they are not ugly - they are completely adjustable as to the strap tightness and they are soft under my heels . I wear a 9.5 and they are true to size . I’m now shopping for more !
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I have VERY high arches so it is hard for me to find any sandals that are comfortable. Think that these are the best I have ever worn. I am buying more colors.
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THE BEST SANDAL I OWN! So comfortable. My go to show for walking all day. GREAT arch support and a very nice, soft footbed. I have a hard time finding a shoe with a really soft footbed, I have tried this brand in other styles of shoes and they are not as soft. I can't express how much I love this shoe!
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The right arch different (to low) than left arch support. The straps are to long, ran out of velcro. Ankle strap to high on ankle, hurt tendon. The straps were scratchy. Probably alright for plumper feet, not designed for skinny feet. I do not have narrow feet, just no padding under skin.
I'd also recommend:
None yet
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The Aetrex JIllian sandals are so comfortable, supportive and stylish, too! I am so glad I discovered Aetrex shoes and insoles and they make a huge difference in foot support. They have memory foam on top with a suede covering so foot remains in place and stable; it has great arch support and so cute! Teh cork makes them even more flexible and comfortable. If you don't like the back strap try the Janey Braided Slide (slip-on) in the same style as I also gto these an have been wearing them around the house ever since--SOOO comfortable. Just FYI, I had to size down ½ size as the 8 fits me better even though I normally wear an 8.5 in shoes and sneakers (and a 9 in boots). They seem to run a bit large somewhat similar to Merrells, though it is up to how you like your sizing.
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These are fantastic for comfort and support. A full day at the museum and no foot pain at all. They are cute enough for good comfortable shoes--I'll be bringing thee to Italy. Good walking shoe and good enough to wear with a dress for dinner.
I'd also recommend:
Rieker, Merrell, Naot, Olukai,
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I recently purchased this shoe in the Denim which is fabric instead of leather. It fits perfectly so I decided to purchase the Gunmetal leather. It arrived today and I found it to feel a half size too large and wider than normal for Aetrex. I have since placed an order for the Marcy sandal and hope that it fits.
I'd also recommend:
Alegria, Naot, Mephisto
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They are great in every way but one. The black dye comes off on my feet
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These are the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever worn.
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I run and am on my feet quite a bit, especially in the summer months as I travel to Europe and have an active corgi at home. We go on long walks when the weather allows here in Chicago. I need solid arch support and considerable shock absorption due to a stress-fractured medial calcaneal bone (heel) from running. My podiatrist said I have very high arches. Most shoes are a no go without inserts as I can feel my arch drop with each step. Unfortunately, in open toe sandals, you will not be able to use inserts. There is only one other brand that offers adequate arch support in summer wear and that is Allegria. I am also 165# and stand tall at 5'9" which means I am putting a lot more pressure on my feet than a more petite gal. My normal size is 9.5/40 but I order sandals half a size up due to the toe stubbing nature of shoes that do not leave room between your toe and the end of the shoe. I do not consider a size your correct size unless you have some space between your toes and the end of the shoe, therefore since I had to order 10 to get that these are 1/2 size small. They are also loose on the straps so I believe they run wide as I am a normal width measurement. Leather straps can expand over time. My only concern is that these will get to be too lose by the end of the season. The arch support could be better, but they were the best out of the half dozen or so sandals I ordered on Zappos (thank you wonderful Zappos staff for helping me get comfortable shoes with free shipping!). I went with a neutral tone as I don't have the storage for dozens of pairs of shoes and I wanted these to go with everything. The color is described as Cognac which is pretty accurate. They were the 2nd best looking sandals out of all the ones I tried, but the best looking ones had worse arch support and no toe box space even at size 10, and were also Aetrex brand. Too bad I couldn't make the Gabby shoe work. The straps were also lose on that one and so going a size up from that would not be a viable option unless they sold them in "narrow." So, if you have moderate to high arches, I would recommend the Jillian, otherwise check out the Gabby.
I'd also recommend:
Allegria, Saucony
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These are so comfortable that I just purchased my third pair. My only criticism of these is that the heel wears down pretty quickly. I do walk a lot so it would be nice if Aetrex could use a material that holds up better..especially for the price.
I'd also recommend:
Keene, Clarke, Alegria
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Love these sandals. This is my second pair and I highly recommend these. I suffer with plantar fasciitis as well as heel Spurs and these are very comfortable on my feet. I can wear them all day without any issues. The arch support is perfect. I usually wear a 7 or 7.5 in sandals and I ordered a 7 in these, fits great.
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The fit is perfect for me... size 5 is hard to find! The colors are not your run of the mill. I have foot problems so have looked long and hard to find sandals that felt good and looked good too! They are all I wear as soon as sandal weather comes!
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This is my 3rd pair of this sandal. I have worn them all over Europe, and found them sturdy enough on cobblestone streets. The arch support is perfect, and I found them true to size. I highly recommend them.
I'd also recommend:
Naot and Merrell
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I got this sandal in the cognac color and it is quite beautiful. As soon as I put the sandal on I knew I was in trouble. The buttery soft footbed was a dream to wear and the straps had no areas that rubbed on my feet at all. I wore them out for the first time today and had no issues whatsoever. My feet loved them and the arch support was wonderful. I like the braided straps which makes them look nicer as does the wedge heel that you don't even notice. I will be buying more of this brand in the future.
I'd also recommend:
Vionic, Taos, Dansko
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The most perfect sandals I've ever owned. For comfort sandals, they're unobtrusive and prettier on than they look in the pictures. This is the second pair I've owned, I wore them out for the last two summers and got a new pair for this summer. The one big issue I had with my last pair was that I got caught in a rain storm 2 days after I bought them and the water ruined the footbed on one shoe. I wore them anyway because of the price, but that shoe was left with a rough footbed.
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By far the best walking sandal I've ever owned. First time buying a pair of Aetrex and now I'm sold on the brand. Walked around Italy in them for three weeks and my feet never hurt (I have arthritis, neuropathy and bunions). They felt custom made for my foot. Great arch support too. Very happy with purchase.
I'd also recommend:
Abeo, Merrell
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Found this shoe very comfortable, probably because of cork sole. Moderate arch support but good cushion in general. Runs 1/2 size longer I'm in between 7.5-8 should have ordered 7.5. Width good
I'd also recommend:
Aertrex, SAS
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By far my favorite sandals. I suffer from plantar fasciitis in both feet and these are the most comfortable shoes I own. I need them in every color. I usually wear a 10 wide and the 10 med fit perfectly because of the adjustable Velcro straps.
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I'm going to be wearing these with jeans and sundresses when a lot of walking s called for. I agree with others here who can't believe how comfortable they are! What really makes them special is being able to adjust BOTH straps for a custom fit. I wear an 8.5 and these are true to size. I hesitated about buying them because the style isn't super 'pretty' and I like my shoes to look cute. I got tan so that they will blend in better with tanned legs. But I have a feeling I won't care as much about that stuff when I'm walking 7-10 miles per day in Italy. My feet are going to thank me! (Yours will too.)
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This sandle is so perfect, love the bronze color.
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