However, the $185 starting price always kept me from ordering. Plus, they never go on sale. Don't get me wrong, I have no problem spending that amount on shoes and other high-end labels, but Tieks still seemed too unknown for such a high price tag.
I finally bit the bullet though and decided to treat myself with a pair of cobalt blue leather Tieks and was extremely disappointed and underwhelmed.
Believe me, I wanted to love them I really did, but unfortunately, I didn't and can not recommend them either.
What I do NOT LIKE about Tieks:
- The cost. It's way too much money for what it is.
- They are NOT comfortable. For almost $200 I expected these to feel amazing. However, only after a day of light use and wear (just walking around the office) I received a blister! I also didn't like how they felt tight clinging to my foot even when I was just sitting at my desk and this is after I went up a size. I constantly knew they were on my feet and not in a good way.
- They make a rubber noise even when walking on carpet. Just walking around my home trying them on for the first time, they kept making a farting noise when I stepped on tile or on the carpet. I believe it was how my skin rubbed against the inside leather and it happened in both a size 5 and size 6. All I could think was, um this is going to be embarrassing out in public!
- Sizing - their site recommends that if you're a half size to go a size down since they will stretch. I am a 5.5 narrow, so I ordered a 5 and they were too tight. I was able to easily exchange it though for a 6 and while not as tight they still were NOT comfortable.
- I didn't receive any compliments while wearing them. Sounds shallow, but I went into work with a spring in my step expecting everyone to ohh and ahh over my Tieks and it just didn't happen. My Payless wedges the day before received more fanfare.
What I LIKE about Tieks:
- The array of enticing colors. It was so hard to choose a style as I wanted them all.
- Their customer service is personal and responsive - a handwritten note is included with your purchase and when I needed a different size I received an actual human response via email, not just an automated reply.
- Each order comes with a reusable nylon tote in their signature teal color along with a Tieks custom pouch to compress folded Tieks for quick and convenient storage during travel.
- The quality of the leather is indeed fine.
- Easy returns and exchanges.
The Verdict is Mixed:
Don't just take my word for it, I received both positive, lukewarm and negative feedback for Tieks over on my Facebook post. Read through the comments:
Alternatives to Tieks:
- Dr. Scholl's Flats
- Hush Puppies Women's Chaste Ballet Flats or Xielong Women's Chaste Ballet Flat are dupe Loafers on Amazon that are pretty much Tieks replicas at a quarter of the price. However, they still aren't that comfortable, but at least you didn't pay a fortune. Basically, if you don't like these, you would definitely NOT like Tieks either.
- FitKicks Kruzers Slip-On Sneaker Shoe - These are better for wider feet as they don't cling so tightly. They are foldable too just like Tieks. Also, comes with a travel bag and only $19.99!
- Sanuks are my go-to travel shoe!! The bottom is made from yoga mats. They are just as compact when traveling and it feels like you are walking on a cloud. Also, they are affordable.
- Tory Burch sandals are fashionable flip-flops and dress up any casual outfit. I have two pairs - a black patent leather and matted silver ones. I have my eye on their gold ones next, but they are expensive.
- TOMS flats at least benefit a good cause and are available on Amazon too.
- Yosi Samra - Recommended by a reader in the comments, but I haven't tried them before.
Tieks are not worth the price! @tieks bullied me a frontline healthcare worker and a victim of fraud. Tieks representatives threatened me and blackmailed me with not allowing me to ever buy from them again after I purchased Tieks from a fraudulent seller on eBay.
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