Customer Reviews OluKai Paniolo

Beautiful show! Nice detailing in the foot area with the stitching. I would be keeping but it seems a half size short. Too bad ... I really like the way this shoe looks and feels.

I looked at the reviews and thought this shoe was for me. When I got them, I thought they were cute. So I put them on and boy did they hurt my feet. Then I thought if I break them in, they'll be great. But to my dismay, they continued to break my feet in.

After getting these in red and seeing how different the red looks in person, I decided to get them in three other colors, size 8, just to be sure that I am getting the color I like most. To my surprise, I discovered that while all four pairs in different colors were same size, the straps on browns and blacks were much looser than on reds and tapas. I actually wanted to keep the browns since the reds were not as vibrant as on the picture (which is what I loved about the reds in the first place) and harder to match with my summer wardrobe but because of the looser straps, I noticed my feet fighting to keep the sandals on which becomes exhausting. Also, Tapas had a much smoother surface altogether, including the toe post and reds, specifically, had a more rough toe post. I wonder if it is the color trait or just random. My testing sample was unfortunately limited to draw any sufficient conclusions and 8 in brown is now sold out.

My paniolo experience has been quite a sizing saga and like others have mentioned they really need half sizes in this shoe. I wear a 7 in everything. Every now and I then I wear a 6.5 in sandals because I don't like a lot of excess room at the front and back. In Birkenstock Gizah I wear a 5 (so weird). I ordered these in my normal size 7. They seemed a little long and the straps were soooo tight. I do not have a wide foot, have never worn a wide. It particularly tight and painful where the toe piece met the straps (at the V). I knew a 6 would be worse, but since the 7 was too long, I ordered a 6 any way. The length was perfect but the straps were unbearable so I sent the 6 back. After wearing the 7 for about 2 weeks the straps stretched so much that they almost felt sloppy and still a bit long. Knowing that the 7 straps stretched so much I felt like I could order the 6 and the straps would stretch out. So I ordered the 6. The length looks much better but after about 8 days of wearing them the straps have not stretched as much as the 7. I don't know why, but they just haven't and they don't feel like they are going to give. I can wear them for a couple of hours but then when I take them off I have a strap imprint and it is pink from rubbing between my toes. But now the 7 looks kind of ridiculous to me in length when I put them on and they definitely feel too big. I am stuck with both pair so I am sure I will wear each some, but I feel the strap is unusually tight or they need half sizes.

Very nice well made shoe. I can wear these for short periods of time then they hurt between my toes. Very disappointed for the price.

These are nice $85 leather flip flops, comfortable, not wow comfy but Ok. I would have kept them except the top of the shoe is so long. I don't have short toes and the back of the shoes fit fine but there was a lot of real estate between the end of my toes and the end of the shoe.

I own three pairs of OluKai sandals and, unfortunately, these are my least favorite. The arch support is fantastic; however, the design on the foot bed is stitched thread and feels like I am walking on carpet a bit. It's not a smooth leather feel under my feet. I hope that after wearing them a while, the thread will soften or wear down. My last pair molded to my feet and felt great. Also a little concerned with the soles. Take a good look at the picture, the sole is made up of independent circles of rubber and they are not very thick - not sure how long they will last.

The fit is exactly as specified. After a day of breaking them in, they are my favorite flip flops! Stylish and cute!

I love, love, love these sandals. From the moment I put them on they felt like they were made for my feet. My husband has been trying to get me to buy OluKais for years. I am so glad I did! Would buy another pair in a heartbeat. Worth every penny. So amazingly comfortable

Fits true to size and provides good arch support. Plus, does well even after being drenched in salt and fresh water

These are my absolute favorite shoes, and have been for the last 13 years. I love the arch support, which works better for me than any other shoe.

fits great , love the look, really olakai's

Fit perfectly, seem comfortable though I’ve not yet worn them for an extended period of time.

This is the third pair of OluKai sandals I have bought and definitely the classiest. The stitching on the footbed is gorgeous.

Love Olukai!! Pretty good arch support. I have plantar fasciitis and I can wear these all day without triggering it.

I love these shoes, fit my feet perfectly as I usually wear a 4.5. Flip flops are often too long, but these were spot on. I took them on a recent trip to Greece, they were comfortable for strolling, excellent pool side and were in and out of the ocean on rocky beaches providing traction and comfort. And they are a beautiful shoe as well. What’s not to love!

Oh how I love these! This is my second pair. The leather feels so good and they really hold up well.

This is a beautifully made very comfortable beach sandal.

Order your regular size. The arch support is great.

Most everything about this sandal was wonderful - except the leather piece that goes between the toes, it was to hard for my comfort. Sadly I had to return.

My go to sandal this summer….so comfy!!

My second pair of the Paniolos. 4/21 I purchased the brown ones and am still wearing them a lot. They have really held up and I love the embroidered soles. They are super comfortable on my flat arches and feet that have had multiple surgeries.

They are going to take a little bit of breaking in, but I love these flip flops. They have so much arch support - more than any shoe I’ve ever had before. Very comfortable. This is my second pair of OluKai’s and I’m sure it won’t be my last.

I got a pair of Olukais last year I believe. They are my favorite shoe in the summer and all I wear. They’ve lasted me the longest and I will only buy this brand from now on. However, because they’re leather, they do stretch. So I bought the other ones in a 9 (I’m usually and 8.5) to be safe. After awhile, they did stretch and they ended up being pretty floppy on my feet. So with this pair, I decided to size down. They were tight when I first put them on but I knew they’d wear in and loosen. I’ve had them for about 2 weeks now and they’ve stretched and are now perfect. So if you’re getting leather Olukais, and you’re a half size, I recommend sizing down, deal with a little bit of discomfort for a couple days, then enjoy a sandal that fits perfectly. Love this brand!