Undertoe-Chocolate Shoes by Simple
Rating: (3 out of 5 stars)
Maker: Simple - We strive for 100% sustainability
MSRP: P3,195.00
Outlets: Rustan's and R.O.X Bonifacio High St.
Date Acquired: July 20, 2009
Frequency of Use: About 10 times since acquisition

Disclosure by guest-reviewer, Charlene (mountaineer, cyclist, swimmer, civil engineer)
I am biased. I loved the shoes the moment I got them. I love how they're rough yet delicate and they seem to have been made with such care--like pieces of handcrafted art, where every bit is lovingly chosen. They were my happy thought for the day and at random times during the week when I was anticipating them. Much of the two months since receiving them have been trying to make the relationship work between my feet and the shoes. At first they were a size too small, Simple shoes immediately replaced those. Next, my heels got blisters during the breaking in process. Those had to heal. Finally, after finding these Kiwi heel liners I am able to enjoy the charming pair. Alas, what is beauty without struggle?

Features (company claim)
• certified organic cotton uppers
• super soft bamboo fabric linings
• braid made of jute around my midsoles
• cork and natural latex pedbeds with organic cotton topsoles for supreme squishiness
• outsoles used to be a car tire
• held together with water based cements
• bamboo wedge… ooh la la!
• state-of-the-art/back-to-the-future post-consumer recycled box
• contains LATEX (a natural rubber!)

Intended Use (company claim)
• casual shoes

Pros
• they're SO pretty
• excellent customer service
• made with love for the earth
• the box is pretty too

Cons
• needs to be broken-in
• may need heel liners
• small toe hurts after extended wear

Wish List
• built-in heel liner
• more toe room

Verdict
(Oct 1, 2009) They make me smile when I see them. If you're like me, I wish you the same pedestrian joy.

--- Charlene

Related Links:
• Simple Shoes Website
• Tuba shoes by Simple (July 20, 2009) by TheLoneRider

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