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Born Dorota

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 15
  • Total Losses: 26
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 1
  • Sales Rank: #18160
  • Add flawless elegance to your moc collection with the Dorota from Børn®.
  • Full-grain or metallic leather upper in an easy on-and-off silhouette.
  • Fabric and leather lining wicks away moisture leaving the foot cool and dry.
  • Heel-to-toe padding cushions the foot with each and every step you take.
  • Plastic shank provides additional midfoot support and lateral stability.
  • Genuine rubber outsole is flexible and shock absorbing.
  • Opanka hand-sewn construction creates a long-lasting, flexible bond.
  • Measurements:
    • Heel Height: 12 in
    • Weight: 6 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 9, width M (B). Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 37 reviews)

Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)

Posted: 2012-02-13 09:55:47
Reviewer: Anonymous from San Francisco, CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
For complete comfort, I typically need more of a heel than the Dorotas provide, but I've found that I can wear these through hours of standing without the heel bruising I expected. They arrive feeling soft and broken in. I haven't had a single blister or uncomfortable day in them and yet they don't look like "comfort" shoes. I find myself reaching for them every other morning and if I see them on sale, I'm absolutely buying a pair in another color.
Posted: 2012-04-22 17:35:07
Reviewer: Anonymous from SoCal
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Good quality soft leather. I like the classic and modern styling and a feminine penny loafer. Didn't have to break them in at all. Really comfortable shoe however it has minimum sole support. Fine for casual work or walking around town. Still, it is a nice shoe and I'm considering on buying another pair as a back up.
Posted: 2012-02-13 18:05:09
Reviewer: Anonymous from Chicago
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I thought these shoes were really cute. I got the silver color and it had some bronzy tones to it. The bottom of the shoes are well padded. However, the tip of the shoe pinched my toes so badly I had to return them. Got a size 8 and my feet slipped out unless I was wearing socks.
Posted: 2012-06-20 19:59:50
Reviewer: Anonymous from El Dorado Hills, CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
So comfortable that I ordered a pair in another color also. A rare blend of feeling as good as a slipper, yet with enough structure to walk for miles in them (which I have done). Another benefit: light weight for packing in a suitcase that has weight restrictions!
Posted: 2012-03-01 05:34:21
Reviewer: Anonymous from oklahoma
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love these shoes! They are very comfortable, good for a lot of walking. The color is beautiful! The perfect spring shoe!
Posted: 2012-07-31 18:20:56
Reviewer: Anonymous from New Jersey
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Beware - the footbed in these is not leather lined like most Born shoes, but rather a combination of leather and this synthetic fleecy felt material. I'm a little disappointed by that (no kudos there, Born) - makes the shoe not very pleasant for warmer weather and gives it a cheaper, less durable feel. For some reason Born decided to cut corners on these, although the price certainly does not reflect that. Also to note: the metallic leather seemed softer than the natural, which incidentally is more of a tan than a natural. Other than that, I liked the metallic ones - very nice and simple, casual loafer that would go with shorts and skirts, and the metallic shine is muted, just enough to make it a bit festive. I am usually a 6.5 in closed shoes, but these felt a little like they were about to fall off - perhaps just a bit on the long side, though it might just be me. I have the Liddy in a 6.5 and those are not big at all (also those are leather lined). I think I might exchange the metallic for a 6 and see how that works. The 'natural' goes back - too stiff and masculine for my taste.
Posted: 2012-06-13 06:47:37
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes are comfortable & a feminine take on the traditional penny loafer. I was looking for flats with a classic look for jeans & chinos, that were a bit feminine too.
Posted: 2012-05-26 06:17:58
Reviewer: Anonymous from Tacoma, WA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love these. Seriously. They were comfortable right out of the box, are beautiful shoes, and basically aren't coming off of my feet any time soon.
Posted: 2012-05-25 05:01:04
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I was looking for silver metallic...this shoe appeared in my search...the name is misleading, as it is a blend of silver, gold, and bronze mix. Has a well worn antiqued look, which I did like, even though the overall color is misleading. The shoe base is shallow, and heel very low, giving less support than I would like. I could probably live with the color mix, and feel it is close enough to my silver desire. However, the shoe lacks the fuller body, and support I need at this time in my life. Very cute shoe, however.
Posted: 2012-05-08 06:52:02
Reviewer: Anonymous from Seattle, WA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love these shoes! They are stylish, comfortable, and so fun to wear! They match everything! I would love if it came in a wide width!

Clarks Newland Dazzle

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 17
  • Total Losses: 14
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 0
  • Sales Rank: #16167
  • The Newland Dazzle is part of the Clarks® Artisan Collection.
  • Adding stylish panache to your warm-weather wardrobe has never been so easy!
  • Genuine leather uppers are adorned with studs and laser cutouts.
  • The leather lining is soft and naturally wicks moisture.
  • Suede-covered footbed cushions each step and is contoured for support.
  • Polyurethane outsole is lightweight yet durable an boasts and elegant tread design.
  • Measurements:
    • Heel Height: 2 14 in
    • Weight: 11 oz
    • Platform Height: 34 in
  • Product measurements were taken using size 9, width B - Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 13 reviews)

Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)

Posted: 2012-03-07 17:25:00
Reviewer: Anonymous from Great Falls,mt
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
This is an amazing shoe, loved it enough to buy another in a different color. Very comfortable, dressy, true to size...I love them!
Posted: 2012-02-20 17:28:43
Reviewer: Anonymous from Orlando FL
Overall: (2 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Slippery sole. I'm normally a size 8 1/2 in Clarks and these fit perfectly. The sole is comfy and squishy. The top hugs the foot. But the sole is super slippery on my kitchen floor. I need more traction so I don't fall, so they're going back.
Posted: 2012-05-10 07:02:24
Reviewer: Debra c from United States
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great combination of nice style and comfort. I love the way these shoes look, but even more important, I love the way they feel. Perfect for me.
Posted: 2012-04-23 12:18:07
Reviewer: Anonymous from Houston, Texas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love this shoe. Just ordered another color. But then I love Clarks and have a closet full of them. This shoe is like walking on a soft cloud. Very stylish and can go casual or office.
Posted: 2012-04-14 07:50:47
Reviewer: Anonymous from Los Angeles
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I love Clarks! Most of my shoes are Clarks! They are so comfortable and stylish. I wish the leather was a bit tighter on this particular design, after wearing a few weeks the leather has stretched and it is a bit loose on my feet, I wear a 7 and my feet are not chubby.
Posted: 2012-03-13 16:17:28
Reviewer: Anonymous from tampa. fl
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love these shoes. Bought two colors - needed good arch support - have issues with my feet and they were comfortable right out of the box. Wore them all day first day and no problems.
Posted: 2012-05-29 16:49:47
Reviewer: Anonymous from Redding CA
Overall: (3 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
I love the look of these. I have a high instep and these seemed to fit well initially but my feet continually slips to the back of the sandals. I cannot wear them due to this. They seem true to size and have a comfortable foot bed. The heel is a great height.
Posted: 2012-04-06 12:53:43
Reviewer: Laura J from Texas
Overall: (3 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I really wanted to love these shoes; they are very cute. Sadly, they were sent back. I got the 8 1/2 which seemed to be the right size for me, however, the thong component was uncomfortable between my toes, the heels were super slippery and narrow, and my right foot felt awkward just walking around the house in them. Such a bummer.
Posted: 2012-04-29 14:59:25
Reviewer: Anonymous from Brookfield, WI
Overall: (1 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Purchase 2 colors in size 7 and "both" leather tops do not hug my foot and the heel makes my heel off centered - very awkward feeling - will need to return them. Very disappointed as I have a ton of Clarks and never had this problem.
Posted: 2012-08-05 16:58:19
Reviewer: Lori from California
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These are my favorite sandals - I wear them with everything. I bought them last year when they were called "Latin Bolero" and a lot cheaper. I was going to buy a few more pairs but when I compared the sale price to what I paid last year, non-sale, I decided against it. Too bad, they really are cute, comfortable and go with everything.

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