GET THE HEELS REPLACED. Immediately. Go to a cobbler and replace the extra soft fluevog heel with something a lot, lot harder. I didn't do this with my first pair and the heel was simply no match for New York pavement. Other than that, I love these shoes.

Oh my! These are one of my fave shoes to wear! They do run a tad small, so go up a half size from your "normal" size. I love the colors! I own a ton of teal and purple clothes so these get a lot of use. They are good for work or running around town. I haven't experienced any of the other issues some people have mentioned but this shoe family is perfect for my feet! I can't get some of the others to fit so I guess that's how it goes.

If you are near a Fluevog shop, be sure to stop in to see which families are right for you and which are not. The staff at all the stores I have visited (Boston, New York, and both San Francisco stores) are so helpful and well-versed in the shoes. Just a terrific experience! Many thanks to you all!

I always dislike wearing flats. Bought these as my functional shoe for a trip to Europe. I LOVE them! Sandra had quite the adventure. I am typically a size 6.5, high arch/short toes, and bought a size 6 as they were the last pair on sale. Stretched perfectly right away- no painful break-in period. I'd buy another colour and may order my regular size or stick with the 1/2 size down. Perfect running around shoe....and super cute as well!

I LOVE THESE SHOES. The toe box was a bit tight at first (wide feet), but after stretching out a bit these fit like a glove. I wear 7 1/2 in non-vogs and the 7 1/2 in these are perfect. I work on my feet all days in these beauties without any problems. LOVE them. Thank you John!!

This is my third pair of Fluevogs, so very excited to get them. Only thing is one shoe is a lot smaller than the other one, even though they claim to be the same size. I thought I just needed to walk them in, but, nope, the right foot is still too tight. This has never happened before with my other Fluevogs, which I also bought online as not many distributor in Sydney (if any?!).

Great waste of money.

When I saw these cuties online, I bought them right away. But, my heel kept slipping out and adding extra holes wouldn't work because the strap is positioned to close toward the toe of the shoe. I need a strap that is set back closer to the ankles. I have a low profile foot (bony/no meat to them), narrow heel and average width forefoot.

I forgot to mention in my review that after a few weeks of wearing my Sandra's that they starting flapping/gapeing at the sides when I walked (they must have stretched a bit). I read about this on a blog and they suggested getting a pair of innersoles to fix the problem. I purchased a pair of innersoles and put them in the shoes and tightened the straps. This fixed the problem. No more flapping when I walk.

I got the Sandra in the Blue and Navy and also the blue Rosy boots. This is my first pair in the fellowship family.
I was looking for some flats to wear when not wearing my guides and boots and I needed a Fluevog for the weekend to wear with jeans. I e-mailed my enabler Jamie in Minneapolis and she advised me to go down half a size in the Sandra.
I got the Sandra in 8.5. I am usually a 9 in Fluevogs and a 8.5/9 in other brands.
They fit perfectly straight out of the box. It did take 3 wears of a few hours each to soften up the leather but now I can wear them all day with no trouble and walk and walk with no blisters.
I love the colours and the colour of the sole. Not having a store near me I find the reviews extremely helpful so I have decided I need to write reviews for my Fluevogs to help others decide. You won't be disappointed with the sandra. They are a great in between season shoe. I am going to keep an eye on what new colours come out.

I am so happy with my first fluevog purchase. Being a rookie i bought a sale pair an d was in shock over how incredibly comfortable these shoes are. I got the lilac and aqua. Cute. One week or so later went back to the web for the full priced black and white. Omg. Fabulosity. I am so happy with these shoes. I wear an 8 in most shoes and got the 8.5 as recommended by the fit expert and it was the right thing to do. It's freezing cold here but i have something to look forward to wearing in March or so. The lilac and aqua ones scream Easter shoes!! I'm so happy if i have not mentioned that before.

It takes about 3 days to break the foot-bed into the shape of your feet, but once that is done, the shoe fits PERFECTLY. I have a narrow foot so I tighten the cross-strap quite a bit to keep the shoe secure. Perfect heights, love the blue/aqua/navy color. I usually take a 10.5 in Vogs, and this shoe was no exception. Highly recommend this improved alternative to athletic shoes.

My D-width foot necessitated going up half a size from my typical 9, resulting in a very comfie, roomy fit.

I generally wear my Vogs to work to add some fun to an otherwise pretty traditional professional wardrobe. These are my go-to shoes when I've been wearing heels too many days in a row or know that I'm going to be on my feet a lot. The rubber sole adds bounce to my step and security on slippery floors or wet pavement.

Please, never stop making Sandra! So cute, so comfy, so versatile and so perfect for interesting color combinations. I couldn't wait and ordered the new purple/navy/aqua ones and they are just gorgeous, excellent colors for year 'round wear. I'm a 7.5 or 8 in Fluevogs, always an 8 in this family.

I have my current pair in for repair because I've worn them every day for a LONG time. I've worn them to camp, to garden, and to the opera. I'm considering another pair, also in blk/white, just because I don't want to ever not be able to wear them. I found 8.5 to be true, and though they were tight the first day they stretched perfectly.

I recently bought my first pair of Sandras after ogling them online for ages. For once, I actually wore my normal size! Usually I'm at least a 1/2 size larger in Fluevogs. The leather seemed a bit stiff and I worried that I'd get blisters without socks, but a few hours wandering around downtown dispelled my fears. Their adjustable strap is perfect for my narrow feet. I'd happily buy more colors, but my wallet needs time to recover!

I love these shoes and they have turned into my go-to-shoe for the fall. I was able to purchase them at the NYC store and sales staff took great pains to help me decide on the best size. Still, when I first wore them they were very tight across the instep. However, I can now tell you that after three wearings they are feeling perfectly broken in. Lastly I will also add that I have become convinced that beautifully made shoes like Fluevogs are worth every penny. I recently bought a pair of cute but less expensive shoes and I can feel the difference in almost every step I take. Fluevogs not only look great but they feel like an extension of my body rather than a trap that I can't wait to release myself from. Perhaps I'm being a bit dramatic but I'm pretty passionate about shoes these days and Fluevogs are at the top of my list. I visit the store every time I'm in NYC.

I love, love, love these shoes! From the minute I tried them on I fell in love and knew that I would wear them every day. Then...on day 3 of wearing them...I noticed some flaking of the leather on the outside heel (where the cute "F" is) so I walked them into the store where the guy looked at the shoe, put some sort of cream on it (I asked him if the "F" would change colour? He said no. It did.) and sent me on my way. So now I've got one vibrant "F" and one sad little "F" with the flaking still showing, which makes me sad. But I still love these shoes and am still wearing them every day, albeit with a little less kick in my step.

I love these shoes, but after wearing them a few times, I think they're actually little big. I have tightened the strap and will try one more walk around the block before I buy a 6.5 and sell my 7s in the Fluemarket...

Dear Mr. Fluevog,

I own 5 pairs of fellowships and they are the most comfortable shoes on the planet. Please release more of these lovely darlings in magnificent colours out into the wild!

Sincerely,

A highly addicted Fluevog lover (as though there were any other type :-) )

Love them! A sweet, but still stylish, fun and cute black flat. Goes great with jeans, dresses, mini skirts, long black coats, and anything else I can think of. I wear them without socks and can walk for hours. Great for a musuem walk because they are really quiet too. Cannot say enough about how lovely these are.

These are my 13th pair of Fluevogs, and boy do I feel lucky! I needed a good pair of walking shoes, and I'm sick to death of wearing tennis shoes, so these sensible beauties will be my work and sight-seeing shoes (London in a couple of weeks!). I never need to break in my Fluevog heels, but these did take about three days of gradual wearing in with socks. I didn't get blisters or anything dramatic, but the leather was very stiff when I started. By the third day I wore them to the mall and they were all set. They've molded really nicely to my feet and feel great, while offering a lot of support. Anthony stretched out a bit of a tight area before I left with my new babies and that really jumpstarted my breaking in. I really appreciate how well he knows the shoes - I can always count on him to help me get the right pair (Or, when I'm feeling flush, pairs!). I can't wait to prance over the London streets in walking shoes that aren't ugly athletic shoes!

I picked these up 2 weeks ago and immediately wore them out of the store. They have become my favorite shoe. Fit true to size. I recommend to anyone wanting a dressy, funky flat shoe. :-)

My black Sandras were the perfect alternate shoe for my trip to London and before they disappeared I decided I needed them in orange, too. Problem--black ones were size 8, and they loosened quite a bit, so when only a 7.5 was left I went for it--and they are going to be my perfect summer shoe! The orange is deep and quite lovely.

I own two pairs of Sandras. One in turquoise/yellow and one in grey/red.

I love them so much, they are comfortable like whoa and never fail to get complimented by strangers.

I am a true 10.5 in non-vogs and when I bought the turquoise pair there was only 11.5's left, so I went for it. Total victory.

They have gotten wider through wearing, but that's totally fine with me.

I'm a total Fluevog convert and am consistently disappointed when I try to go out for some instant gratification shoe shopping (no Fluevog store or retailer near me). John's shoes have forever altered my standards. Thanks for making amazing shoes!

Loved these in store, left without buying and when I returned I had to go to a second location to get my size. I showed up with a pair of socks to try them on and fit well. SOLD!! Now that I've started wearing them they are definitely tighter in the toes than in the heel so probably just need to break them in a bit (I hope). Because I really like these shoes and want them as my go-to walking shoe this fall. We'll see. (:-|

I took just 2 pairs of shoes on my trip to London last week; my tried-and-true Coventry boots and the Sandra, which I bought at the last minute and didn't even break in, yet they were perfect right out of the box for hours on end. I'm usually a 7.5 but the 8 was just right with thin socks. Got them in black, figured with all my other colorful ones it doesn't hurt to have a good old black pair and I was right! They will get good use.

This is my second pair of JF and they fit perfectly. I bought them in a 6. I found they fit just right not to snug or loose. They could be worn with anything so far I've worn them with shorts. I bought them when I had jeans on and they were perfect.

I want to thank you for these awesome shoes. Picked them up last weekend at the wonderful Gastown store. I was in to pick up a different pair, when I was encouraged to try these on by the great staff there. My feet just love them, even when I run around in them all day. :-D

Not since Dorothy's red slippers has a pair of shoes been this magical for traveling. I teach a study abroad class in London and Paris; we frequently walk 11-15 miles a day on this trip. At the last minute I felt like I did not have the right pair of shoes: I ordered the Sandra's a week before we left. There was no break in time-yet my feet never blistered, they gave me great support and the style is so cute-I wear them with absolutely everything.

:-D .This was my second pair.
The color is so happy and perfect for the hot summer.Those shoes are great,and they work so well with my vintage outfits. Thanks so much for those wonderful shoes. And besides beautiful they are super comfortable and perfect for work standing up.

These puppies fit my feet perfectly. I have an old ballet injury that means I need mild instep support when I wear flats. These are THE.PERFECT.SOLUTION. One in every colour please. Ooh, and navy or dark brown would be lovely.

Bought these lovely shoes for my mother in black and cream for her Anniversary. I know, know, how awesome am I for giving Fluevogs as a gift. She has a just under 10 pairs of Fluevogs and I would say she wear these the most. They look amazing with whatever she pairs them with. Definitely go a half size up! And giving Fluevogs as a gift makes you feel great!

I love love love these shoes. In most brands I wear a size 10, but in these a 10.5 fit perfectly. I'm a teacher and found myself wearing them every day because no other shoe was as comfortable as these. I wore them into the ground. Time for another pair. @>-

These shoes exceeded my expectations. They are nicer and cuter than on the pictures. I bought the black with beige. Maybe I have to have the turquoise also ? @>-

Saw the turquoise/yellow Sandras online and the word that sprang to mind was "Covet!" I know that I wear an 8 1/2 in the Fellowships, and was disappointed to see that no half-sizes were available in that color combo. While in Chicago recently, I bought a pair in black/beige, and they're comfy and wonderful...but not as wonderful as they would be if they were turquoise and yellow! Please don't leave us half-sizers out in the cold, bereft of technicolor shoe goodness!

fluevog is awesome, as you know. these are one of my most favourite pairs of shoes, crazy comfortable and they go with everything. all my favourite shoes are fluevogs. thanks a million for all the good work. and i love that there are humane choices too. good job.

I can't believe how comfortable these shoes are. I walked through China Town, Little Italy then to the west village for dinner and my feet weren't even tired! They are like walking on air. I bought the blue and yellow and wear them with everything. They make me smile! Thank you John!

I love these shoes. I have them in Black & Beige, Orange & Yellow, Red & Pink, Green & Lime and I just brought some in Yellow & White. The only colour that I have seen and am missing is the Brown & pink. I have been a Fluvog fan for 5 years now and wear them everyday. I work with children alot & they love them too. They are super comfy and always look great on.

I LOVE LOVE these shoes. I have them in black with the pick trim and wear them to work more than any other shoe. I am the AGM of an $8M year restaurant and am on my feet for miles and hours every day. I love these shoes so much that I have re-soled them and had the inside relined. I desperately need them in chocolate brown, too!!!! When I originally bought them there was a choc pair avail and I deeply regret not buying them. I have looked everywhere - eBay, internet for hours, etc and cannot find them in the choc! Please, please reissue these in choc!!!!!

i have these babies and i f-ing love them! as a teacher shoes that are cute and comfy are a must.

My husband wanted to buy me a new car, instead I choose a pair of Sandra shoes. They were shipped to me in 2 days from Vancouver to Victoria, last week. Excellent professional service from the people on Granville by the way. I opened my Sandra with such anticipation and joy. I slipped them on for my husband to enjoy them as much as I and i've been wearing them since (except to bed). They fit perfectly. It is like walking on water, flying high without the wind and making me smile. I make sure people see the soles while I'm sitting down so they know they are Fluevog. Merci I love them. Next time it will be a pair of red boots still instead of the new car.
Anielle

Love these shoes.. bought these awesome cuties at Atomic City in Austin and love the attention they bring. I love to tell everyone about Fluevogs as they are by far a unique and consistently well made shoe. Very comfortable and make my feet happy ,-)

I discovered Fluevogs when I saw a stranger wearing the coolest pair of boots. Next trip to Melbourne and a visit to Sole Devotion was top of my list. It was like the Sandra was made for me ... These always get lots of attention as they look so cool, so comfy and so beautifully crafted.

I love these shoes, they're your basic Mary Jane with a fun look. Berry, from the San Fran store, suggested I go up a half size and he was absolutely correct. I wear an 8.5, but orderd the 9 and they're perfect with no break - in time. I've worn them with skirts and slacks. Fluevogs bring interest and color to the otherwise drab shoes found at department stores.

I have this style in bright kelly green with sea foam green accents, and they're my cute little special occasion shoes. I don't wear heels ever, so when I need something cute and girly without being too stuffy and old looking, I can always rely on Fluevog!

I bought them in NYC last year, and It was the best bargain I made during that trip. My feet and I just fell in love with them!! @>-

I bought these shoes last year and have worn the snot out of them! Of course, being Fluevogs, they hardly show any wear at all... I think they just might last forever (and why not? all my other pairs have!) The shop that I purchased them from actually had them made in red specifically for them (at least that's what they told me!). Thanks again, John! You have been a source of lust and ecstasy for me for years now!

These are super comfortable and cute. I could wear these forever and my feet would not be sore.

I am a fan of Mary-Janes, and these are no exception. I love the beige detail on the shoe, so it's not just an "ordinary" black shoe. They go with everything I wear! Not only are they stylish, but comfortable as well (some times it's hard to find a shoe that looks good, as well as comfortable!). I haven't seen the John Fluevog shoes stocked here on Australia (yet), which makes them even more unique as I happily skip on the sidewalk...

I bought these shoes 2 years ago for work. My job requires I stand for 7-9 hours each day. These shoes are great!! Not only are the classically beautiful but they are oh so comfortable.