SAS

Relaxed Comfort Sandal

Women's

It pains me to write the following: I have owned several pairs of these SAS Relaxed Sandals over the years, and have absolutely loved them. It always felt as if I was walking on a cloud when I put them on, and with my bunions, neuromas, hammer toes and heel bone spurs, these sandals were a lifeline to me. HOWEVER: Some time in the last two years, they obviously altered the design, apparently to better the margin of their bottom line. The footbed is thinner, no longer providing that beloved cloud feel. Yes, it still accommodates my feet anomalies, but the sandal's comfort has been astronomically reduced, making this sandal like any other, only with a much too high price tag! It's a shame that a US company has to succumb to the practices of all the other cheaply made overseas shoe companies. Very disappointed!!

Fit is spot on, true to size. Perfect. I had this notion that I wanted a pair of brown leather sandals that look like a monk might wear them while living in a simple hovel somewhere. Rustic, simple. I have a couple pair of SAS shoes, and thought the Relax might fit my desire. Well, when they arrived, I put them on and walked up to my husband. He looked at my feet and said, "You look like a saint who just walked across the desert." I told him that's the look I was going for! They feel like puffy marshmallows on my feet, super comfortable. Not only is the leather super soft, but its sort of puffy. And the foot bed is as smooth as it gets. The shoe is lightweight, like air. As far as looks, they look much nicer in person....not a nerd shoe or old lady shoe....no offense to either......I'm surprised that I actually find them beautiful. I thought they'd be practical at best, but they're really cool and lovely, too. I want another color, but nothing has struck me. Perhaps a divine intervention will occur. Bless you for reading.

I have painful neuropathy in my feet. So I already owned 2 pair of these comfortable, supportive, & great fitting sandals. Now Ive bought two more. These are unquestionably the most comfortable sandals I've ever owned. And even after a day on my feet, my neuropathy is still tolerable. The wide straps across instep and base of toes keeps my feet stable when walking. The sole is wide & also helps keep my whole foot stable & aren't so narrow that I can "slip off" the sole & potentially turn an ankle. The heel and straps adjust amply to accommodate most any foot (even narrow heels like mine). I can never say enough good things about these SAS sandals. Even if your podiatrist says you shouldn't wear sandals, these will afford you all the protections your doc is trying to give you in closed shoes. I now own four pairs and am happy with the comfort & the style. Great colors too. The denim blue is great with jeans & more. The beige goes great with everything. And I have brown and black for everything else. Here in the midatlantic region I can wear these three seasons too. I am 66 and wear an 8. They are always true to size and fit exactly the same every time. I hope SAS never stops making them & that Zappos will always carry them. Hope this helps your decision. Thanks zappos for your always prompt service and for having the shoes I need.

SAS Relaxed is the perfect sandal for people with foot discomfort. The uppers are padded leather, soft and comfy. There is elastic at the back strap so that once you have the front straps positioned where you want them, it is easy to slide into the shoe without undoing the straps. This ease of use is good for arthritis sufferers and people with dexterity problems. I admit, they are not "high fashion" but who cares about that when they feel so comfortable. There is a nice arch support, plenty of toe room and they can be worn all day. They come in a variety of colors, and like all SAS shoes, last a long time since they are so well made using high quality materials. I always buy the black ones since I prefer the suede inner sole to the cork ones. Be aware of that if you order this shoe since there are different innersoles in the various color options.