Customer Reviews

FitFlop Women's Walkstar 3 Sandal,Blue,7 M US

5 star:		(28)
4 star:		(6)
3 star:		(5)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(2)

 

 

Well, these have to be the most comfortable sandals I've ever had in my life. I now have 6 pair and want more. I live in them they are so comfy and stylish. The bronze is exceptional although I have to say I like them all. They seem to be helping my leg muscles and gluteus maximus as well. So you can't go wrong. Just make sure to buy a half size down.

This is my fifth pair of Fitflops. Once you have a pair; you will want more. I live in them during the summer. I even wore my suede ones some this winter indoors. I don't know if the claims to give your legs a workout are true, but they are the most comfortable shoes you will ever wear. A word of caution - go down a size. The first pair I bought were a 9 (which I wear in most shoes) but they were too big. Now the 8's work great! Don't be afraid about them being between your toes, they are no problem. I am a big fan of Fitflops. I have black, silver, beige suede, pink, and flamingo. The flamingo is beautiful!

These were recommended to me by my alternative chiropractor, and being a physical therapist, I know how valuable it is to provide your feet with the proper support. I love my fitflops. I wear them pretty much every day including in the winter. I've even done some light hiking in the desert and in the mountains with them. I'm not sure if I "buy" all of their claims about increasing leg, calf, and gluteal muscle activity, improving posture, improving muscle tone, or simulating aspects of barefoot walking with a greater muscle load. (The scientist in me wants to read their study in full). But I do "buy" their flip flops--2 pairs so far :) I have had chronic back pain for years. I can't say that wearing these shoes has dramatically reduced the pain or even reduced it at all, but I do know that I feel better overall when wearing them, and that I notice a difference when I wear other flip flops. For the woman who commented on muscle soreness the day after--it sounds like it's delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). It's very common and occurs usually 24-48 hours after activity in which one uses muscles that they have not have used in a long time. DOMS will eventually reduce in severity or go away after continued use of the muscle groups and in this case, use of the shoes. So don't be afraid to use the shoes! Your body will thank you ;)

I'm not a whole shoe person and definitely not a sock person, so finding fashionable, comfortable sandals were like a godsend to me. My first FitFlops were the bronze Walkstar III sandals, and they were/are the most fabulous, amazing thong sandals I've ever owned. I absolutely love them. Once they've formed to my feet (after less than a day of wear) they were/are a dream to wear. But, then I wanted more colors, so I ordered the silver Walkstar III and a black Oasis FitFlops. The Black Oasis sandals seem to even fit and wear better than the bronze Walkstar III, but the silver Walkstar III sandals hurt from the get-go and continue to hurt my feet, even after wearing many, many times over last sandal season and into this season--don't know why but somehow they are different, the toe-thong cuts where the others don't and the heel cushion doesn't seem to absorb the shock on heel to toe impact like the other two pairs do. I now only wear the silver ones when I'm going to be out for a short period of time and never for long walks. So, whether these shoes work for you could depend on which color you order, or perhaps FitFlops manufacturing process is not of a consistent quality assurance as it definitely should be for the price of the shoes and the proclamations they make. Although from previous reviews they do have more satisfied customers than non, and perhaps that is the company's acceptable margin of error. I would still most definitely recommend these shoes, just perhaps if you happen to get a sore pair, don't give up and try another, but that is difficult to expect since one has to wear them for awhile to know whether they will work or not, and current return policies don't allow the return of worn shoes. Perhaps that is some kind of guarantee/warranty that FitFlops needs to consider if they aren't going to consistently make the same shoe during manufacturing.

As far as fitness--if you've got a properly made pair--for the first time relative sedentary user, one may feel some (very mild) workout burn in their calves and inner knee area to the lower inner thigh (I did), but that soon goes away after continual wear. They do seem to help with posture related back problems somewhat. But these are basically just shoes, so don't expect miracles if you have really bad posture to begin with or any considerable amount of fat to burn off in the legs, thighs, and hips, but whatever walking exercise you take on during the sandal seasons these will help absorb a great deal of shock in your workout and offer a better reach and control than you can get from any other sandal or flip flop.

I've been feeling lethargic and not able to walk fast or with a spring in my step and the Fitflops have helped me walk faster and with more energy. Because of all the padding and shock absorbency they are very comfortable. I gave them three stars instead of four or five because the "gym built-in" claim is an exaggeration. Had they been described as very comfortable shoes that will help induce more walking, which can ad to your fitness level, ok, but so far, I'm not feeling a super tight butt or anything. Also, they're not the best looking shoe I've seen. I paid $60.00 plus shipping & handling which I think is a bit over priced. However, in fairness, they are very comfortable and have helped me walk faster and more comfortably. That's fair, so I do recommend them.

These were very hard and hurt between my toes. I can wear other flip flops without a problem. Sketchers tone ups are way more comfortable.

Another perfect for me, considering a mail order purchase. The price was less than half of what I would have paid in Melbourne, Aus. Anyone in Australia definitely should consider using Amazon for price, quality and service.

OMG!!!! Seriously if you are debating on buying these sandals.... DO IT! I bought these sandals a couples months ago... haven't wore anything else!!!! I plan to wear them in the winter too! They are so comfortable and cute! I didn't notice they were "fitflops" until I got home but I am starting to notice a difference in my tights! Always a plus! :) Enjoy!

I bought a pair for my sister and a pair for me. They are great looking and fit just fine. They are comfortable and great for my glutes,

This is the third pair of FitFlops I have purchased and they definitely don't fit the same as the others. The band across the top is very stiff and actually hurts. I'm just hoping I can stretch them out because I really like the color.