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LAUREN Ralph Lauren Damalise

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 8
  • Total Losses: 10
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 1
  • Sales Rank: #30925
  • The Damalise is an elegant sandal for your spring collection.
  • Nubuck leather upper.
  • Side-buckle closure at ankle strap.
  • Multiple straps at upper for added visual appeal.
  • Open toe.
  • Leather lining.
  • Synthetic footbed.
  • Stacked wedge heel.
  • Brand-stamped synthetic outsole.
  • Measurements:
    • Heel Height: 4 in
    • Weight: 10 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 9, width B - Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 1 reviews)

Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)

Posted: 2012-04-13 12:35:21
Reviewer: K from La Jolla, CA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoes! Sturdy design, well made. Extremely comfortable. My foot is narrow and the shoe fits beautifully.

Steve Madden Ethin 2

Battle Stats

  • Total Wins: 10
  • Total Losses: 8
  • Wins vs. Competitor: 0
  • Sales Rank: #1466
  • Shake things up with the urban cool Ethin 2 oxford!
  • Leather upper.
  • Lace-up front.
  • Brogue detailing.
  • Leather lining.
  • Lightly cushioned footbed.
  • Synthetic sole.
  • Imported.
  • Measurements:
    • Weight: 1 lb 4 oz
  • Product measurements were taken using size 11, width D - Medium. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Average Customer Ratings (based on 14 reviews)

Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)

Posted: 2012-09-13 17:10:44
Reviewer: KD from seattle
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I put these shoes on when they showed up and my girlfriend loved them with the jeans that I had on at the time. However, I bought them for the office of course, and they look great with slacks. That said, I usually wear size 11.5, and these in 11.5, color black, felt a little cramped in the toe area. I went back to Zappos to buy size 12, and alas, they were out of stock. Another reviewer mentioned stiff leather, but mine are comfortable, not too stiff. Even if they were stiff, there is an old shoe salesperson trick of working the edge of the leather to soften it up if necessary, rather than discount an otherwise nice pair of shoes.
Posted: 2013-04-14 09:21:55
Reviewer: Chad from SLC, Utah
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoes with looks to kill. The grey shoes are a bit more "two-toned" and are a shade lighter than the pictures suggest. Not a complaint as it's a nice look. It was simply a pleasant surprise upon delivery.
Posted: 2013-01-16 10:22:22
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Yes, I purchased this shoes for my husband for a Xmas gift and he absolutely love it. He says that the leather is very comfortable and that it goes well with Jeans and/or slacks.
Posted: 2013-01-09 04:21:30
Reviewer: John M
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I was skeptical buying shoes online because I like to try them on first, but these shoes are as comfortable as they look. They are great for casual as well as dress attire. Excellent buy, especially for the price.
Posted: 2012-11-25 12:19:54
Reviewer: Justin from Iowa
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Love these shoes. Just the right blend of classy and comfort. They look great with jeans, plain khakis, or even my nicer dress pants. The finish on the shoe is a great balance of not too shiny but still dressy. Gave them a four for comfort only because the back of the ankle area is a bit stiff on first wearing, but I expect this to soften over time as the material loosens up a bit. Excellent shoe for the price!
Posted: 2012-11-19 09:23:42
Reviewer: Pat from Delafield, WI
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Great shoes! I have consistently worn a size 10.5 in all brands of dress shoes for years. My feet were swimming in the 10.5, and I exchanged them for size 10. The 10s fit perfect. As noted by others, there is a slight petroleum smell the first few times you wear them, but it fades quickly. The shoes were slightly stiff at first; but not uncomfortable, and they broke in quickly.
Posted: 2012-10-19 05:37:54
Reviewer: Anonymous from Maine
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I am a woman and I bought these for myself. These shoes are awesome! Beautiful details and leather quality, great support. Look great with business pants and jeans.
Posted: 2013-05-09 09:09:42
Reviewer: Ryan from California
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Like the look of these. I especially like the detail of the lugged corners of the soles being eased so as to appear a bit more dressy. Still dress down easily with jeans and khakis though. I'm between an 11 and 11.5. With Steve Madden shoes I order the 11s for sure. They're snug in the forefront, but true to the marked size for length. I have a medium foot in width. As others have mentioned, there is an odor that dissipates over time. It's still not completely gone for me, but it's palatable. First week or so of wear were really stiff, bordering on uncomfortable. Now after two or three weeks of off-and-on wear they are breaking in slowly.
Posted: 2013-03-30 01:05:41
Reviewer: Tom K from San Diego, CA
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Solid 4 stars. Fit is true to size. Shoes look decent but the leather on the end of the wingtip design (outermost layer) is higher quality and shinier than the second layer and this is noticeable if you're paying attention. Shoes are only mildly stiff when you first wear them, not unreasonable for new shoes. And they're a pretty decent value as well but I ended up getting them much cheaper on a discount website.
Posted: 2013-01-09 18:27:50
Reviewer: Anonymous
Overall: (4 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I have both the tan and the grey, and I think they are a great buy. They are well constructed and feel and look more expensive than they are, which is great. I have gotten several compliments when I have worn them. The leather is thick and feels nice and strong. The only negative thing I have to say about these shoes is that the leather has that pungent formaldehyde odor. Other than that, I think these are a great buy.

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