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89% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
88% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Excellent arch support"
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Kumfs Babette
Number of reviews: 23
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2009-10-16 17:26:12 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Anonymous from North Carolina, USA
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As a diabetic I have to be extremely careful about what shoes I wear and I find it difficult to find shoes that are wide enough. This model of Kumfs shoes is extremely comfortable and wide enough to accommodate the width of my foot. Even with the heel I can wear it for hours without discomfort. It also offers a wider heel for better balance. Even with the roomy width and wider heel the shoe is very attractive to the eye. I highly recommend it as well as other models Kumfs offer.
2009-07-15 12:34:12 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Teresa T. from Seattle, WA, USA
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Look:I love this shoe! I have 9 EE feet, and Kumfs Babette is the most comfortable pump style I have in my closet. I can wear this shoe with jeans, slacks, and skirts. It has a funky, slightly retro look to me, but I think that it would look good with many styles. I have a varied work day, but I have worn my Babettes all day when I have been on my feet on cement and hard surfaces. At the end of the day, my feet feel good- not pinched or squeezed in any way. I especially love the rubberized sole which gives my good traction and stability. Thanks to Zappos easy return policy, I felt O.K. about trying this more expensive shoe. I only wish that they wold also carry the navy blue Babette that Kumfs produces.
2009-06-23 20:11:07 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Vicki L from New Mexico, USA
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Look:Very comfortable and secure shoes. Fit my custom orthotics nicely and have plenty of toe space. Even better - they don’t aggravate my bunions! One of the better looking shoes for orthotics - can wear with suit-slacks or skirt.
2009-06-06 09:50:22 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Lisa R. from Florida, USA
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Look:I love these shoes. I have been in 4 car accidents and have fibromyalgia. Due to this, I have not worn a pair of high heels in years. I really needed a pair of nice heels that would go with a dress. My chiropractor suggested these because; I can put my orthotics into them. I have been wearing them without pain. I am happy to be able to wear heels again. Thanks Zappos.
2009-05-05 12:53:35 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Brooke from Washington, DC, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Orthotic Friendly and not Ugly! When my orthopedist suggested that I get custom made orthotics to stop the pain I was feeling in my arches, I felt as though he was sentencing me to a lifetime of ugly shoes. I searched store after store, trying to find shoes that would accommodate the insertion of custom orthotics, and quickly learned that shoes often come in two, mutually exclusive categories: a) orthotic friendly and b) professional and attractive. But for these shoes, which are incredibly comfortable and not at all grandmother-like, I would have needed to remain in pain at work, because lace-up loafers were not going to cut it. I heart Kumfs. I've been wearing them every day and they are really, very comfortable, and don't feel weird with the orthotic in them. They have a really thick, removable insole, so when you insert the orthodic, it doesn't feel like you are having to squeeze your feet into shoes that are suddenly too small.
2009-01-06 06:10:29 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Lal from orlando, FL, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
The most comfortable Kumfs orthotic insert shoes. I have tried 50 other pairs of the shoes in the last 15 years, I use Kumfs orthotic insert shoes and they are very comfortable. I wear Kumfs Babette everyday at work for 9 hours a day and have painless feet/knees and back.
2008-12-05 13:00:19 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Anonymous from Oklahoma, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt a full size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
A REAL SHOE - When I took the Kumfs out of the box I immediately dubbed them as being "a pair of real shoes", meaning, it is obvious that this shoe is intended to last for a very long time (the designer who made this shoe was not playing around). Everything about it says quality, sturdy and secure. They are beautifully and professionally crafted, very true to size, they also fit very comfortably. I wear size 11W and like the majority of women with large feet, you don't want a shoe that visually enhances the size of your feet. This is a lot of shoe. I was so amazed at how big they looked that I held them against each pair of dress shoes that I have, even one pair of size 12M and these shoes were so much larger and longer than all of the other shoes by far. Unfortunately, they also looked huge on my already big feet. I have taken these shoes out of the box and tried them on as I looked in the mirror to see how they looked on me several times because I would really like to keep the shoe but I also want to be happy with my decision. As I said before, these shoes are beautiful but remind me of Frankenstein's enormous shoes each time I try them on. I think that I am trying to convince myself to keep them because they are "Quality" shoes but I'm still not sure.
2008-11-04 13:54:50 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Anonymous from Alexandria, Minnesota, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Finally a dress shoe for my problem feet - I've tried a lot of shoes (thanks to Zappos), but I'm keeping these. The cushioning is extra thick, the arch support is firm - something I need. The heel is set back, giving my foot a long and lean look. The strap (with velcro) keeps it all secure. The shoe is a little long - I need to use heel inserts in the back of the heel. At first it felt a little tight, even though I ordered an XW, but it has conformed to my foot after a few wearings. I normally wear a D width. My feet don't hurt after a few hours of wear. I'll be checking out Kumpfs in the future.
2008-10-30 06:04:04 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Barbara M from Newtown Square, PA, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Great shoes! These shoes are stylish and very comfortable, but narrower than marked. No break-in period was needed. This is the first time I have purchased shoes online and I'm very pleased.
2008-09-29 19:12:37 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Jana from Southern California, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Pricey, but worth it! I have problematic feet, flat feet, and severe over pronation - and wear custom orthotics. I was referred to Zappos by a friend and wound up choosing this shoe. I needed a dressy shoe that would get me through a wedding reception and dancing! Not only did this shoe feel great, it went well with my dark green chiffon dress. I wore a black stocking and I didn't feel underdressed in this shoe. I danced the entire night in this shoe and found it to be very comfortable. I highly recommend it. It is streamlined and not boxy.
2008-09-20 06:22:17 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Joyce A from New York City, USA
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
I bought these shoes from a local store in another color and wore them last night for the first time. I walked about 40 city blocks in these brand new shoes and they didn't rub my heels or pinch my toes. I felt the support of a lace up shoe but had the high style of a designer shoe. As a long time wearer of Mephisto shoes these are a sure winner. They fit true to size and have a good arch support. I couldn't believe they were brand new shoes.
2008-09-04 06:30:49 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Lisa from Athens, GA, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
It's love - I'm a fashionable 25-year-old with wide feet and ankles that overpronate (roll inward). Therefore I need extreme arch support and this usually comes in the form of a clunky shoe with no heel. I have adorable stylish work outfits, but no shoes to go with them to complete the look. Finally I found a shoe that is decent looking and provides truly awesome arch support. Coming from me, that means a lot because I have tried EVERYTHING. These days I only buy Danskos (only the clogs have great arch support though), Finn Comforts (most comfortable shoes on earth), and Kumfs (most styles are great, but not all). The leather of this shoe is so, so soft right out of the box. The footbed feels great and has a wonderfully high arch to keep me from overpronating. My fourth toe does feel a little cramped in the toe box, but the leather is so soft that I think it will stretch. Beware, this shoe runs narrow. I usually wear an 8 or 8.5 wide (C/D) in dress shoes, so I initially ordered the 38.5 W. It was a little too short and the width felt like a normal width shoe. I exchanged it for a 38.5 extra wide and the width is good, but I actually have a little extra room in length. Also, now that I have the extra wide, my heel slips out because the heel part is too wide. They just feel too good to send back and I know I won't find anything else this comfortable. I think I can easily put some extra padding in the heel so that my heel doesn't slip. Overall, I love them. I wish they were a little cuter and had a round toe box, but I can't have it all.
2008-08-18 00:22:59 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Cynthia from Rocky Mountains, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Great arch support. Runs narrow. Stable heel and last. The BEST arch support in a dress shoe that I have ever seen. These run narrow. I normally wear a D-width (wide) sized shoe; although with some brands (e.g. Dansko), a medium is OK. With these shoes, a D-width (wide) was tight; I had to get an EE-width (Extra Wide) instead. When I first tried these on, the shoes felt stiff initially. After a few minutes, the leather seemed to soften and mold to my feet. Meanwhile, the raised arch area of the insole supported and compensated for my very flat feet, preventing the excessive pronation (feet and ankles rotating inward) that I usually have. The strap, along with the contoured footbed, kept my feet from sliding forward and mashing my toes against the front end of the shoes, avoiding a typical problem with heels. Normally I cannot tolerate high heel shoes for multiple reasons. This shoe has a moderate, not so high heel - about 2.25 (i.e. 2 1/4) inches. In the photo, they look a bit lower. The shoes are prettier than they appear in the photo and the style reminds me of sophisticated shoes from the 1920s or 1940s. These are flattering, even with my thick ankles. They make my legs look longer. They’re dressy enough for the office or for any formal occasion; I would not wear them with jeans. The heel and the diagonal Y-shape of the strap is flattering and make the shoes look different than the type of basic Mary Jane style that a schoolgirl might wear. The Y-shape of the strap keeps the side of the shoe snug against the arch area when the strap is adjusted and fastened. Also, I think the Y-shape probably makes the strap stronger, less likely to break off. I wish the price were lower. However, these are very comfortable and healthy. If there were other colors (navy, brown, medium-dark taupe), I would buy them, too.
2008-08-03 13:40:43 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Mary from Anaheim, CA, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
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Great shoes! After having 2 bunion surgeries, my feet are very sensitive to shoes with heels. So when I heard about this shoe I was concerned that they may be too high. With all the positive reviews and Zappos no-risk policy and free shipping, I was persuaded to give them a try. Wow! These are the greatest shoes! Excellent arch support. I can wear them at work all day without pain. Since they are a pump I wear them with dresses at work. I do prefer a strapless pump overall, but the strap is a small compromise for such great shoes. I just wish I could get them in other colors besides black so I can wear more clothes with them.
2008-07-10 09:42:51 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: K. J from California, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Well Worth The Money! This shoe, like the Kumfs Brooke, is incredibly comfortable and very well made. The arch support is incredible. Kumfs are my favorite shoe brand and well worth the money.
2008-06-22 08:00:56 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Anonymous from California, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Great Shoes - These shoes are perfect if you have to wear the ortho inserts and need to wear business attire to work. They’re comfortable and look great with all my work clothes. I can wear my inserts everyday so it’s so much easier to walk and no one knows I'm wearing the orthopedic shoes. I did buy half a size smaller than I usually wear. I just wish they made them in other colors.
2008-06-21 17:04:36 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Deb from Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Very comfortable and will accommodate an orthotic! I was looking for a comfortable, dressy shoe with a removable footbed that would accommodate my orthotic. This shoe really fits the bill!
2008-05-22 21:41:35 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Sylvia from Vancouver, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
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Love my Kumfs! I have problematic feet--extra wide, totally flat arches causing severe over-pronation and a very high instep. I'm 37 but thought I was condemned to wearing shapeless, geriatric comfort shoes for the rest of my life. But then I discovered Kumfs and was so thrilled to see they made somewhat more fashionable shoes in XW (and even XXW) width. This shoe was comfy and supportive enough for me to wear right out of the box for several hours, pushing two kids around in a stroller. The heel shape and placement makes it feel so sturdy (no teetering feeling!) and stable enough to walk for miles in, and the strap style helps keep the shoe firmly on the foot while looking dressy and unique. Kumfs aren't cheap, but I'm willing to pay this much and more just to be able to wear nice looking yet comfortable shoes. Please bring more of the cute/funkier Kumfs styles in, Zappos!
2008-05-04 04:42:41 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Anonymous from Pennsylvania, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Great shoes for women with problem feet - Very comfortable, roomy. Easily accommodate bunions. The removable lining allows inserting orthotics and they look a lot better than other "comfort" shoes! However, they are a little longer than the 7.5 I expected and the heel is narrow, which makes the orthotics slide forward a little. Also, a little more decorations would be wonderful. We, "problem feet" women, already got used to the shapeless unadorned boxes!
2008-04-25 07:58:02 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Lori B from MIchigan, USA
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Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Perfect Business Attire! As a sufferer of Plantar Fasciitis, my physical therapist insisted I find a dress shoe (I work in a corporate setting and must wear dress attire most days). Initially they suggested Danskos (which I'm a long time wearer of already) but I stumbled upon these shoes while searching the site. All I can say is WOW! These shoes have phenomenal support, and are perfect for almost all my business attire. My physical therapist was also impressed by the sturdiness of the shoe and the arch support so much so that he wrote down the brand name and indicated he had several other clients who would benefit from this shoe. They are worth every penny!
2008-03-22 11:04:42 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Erika Y from New Smyrna Beach, FL, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
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I love these shoes! My first order from Zappos included a WW pair of these shoes. I have worn this pair everyday since the first day I received them. I love everything about them. They are easy to put on, so comfortable, and cute. I teach and am able to wear them all day long. I was skeptical about paying so much for a pair of shoes, but then I thought about the umpteen pairs of shoes I've bought that I wear once and because my feet end up hurting so bad, I never wear again. I highly recommend these shoes.
2008-02-16 08:56:13 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Linda W from Omaha, Nebraska, USA
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Look:Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Kumfs for performance - Purchased this shoe to do a lot of walking on concert days during a 10-day concert tour of Italy. Must be comfortable, must look nice. Wore them for 12 hours the first day I tried them here in the US, and they were very comfortable. My only disappointment, as noted in the questions, was that they are narrower than regular sizing--would look and feel nicer if they were wider.
2007-12-06 09:50:46 Kumfs Babette
Reviewer: Anonymous from Longmont, CO, USA
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Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Awesome! I just got these this morning and I can't believe how comfortable the soles are. My hiking boots can't beat them on arch support! The toe box is just a tiny bit narrow (I ordered wide, but I've got hobbit feet). I'm sure after they stretch out for a couple of days, these will be comfy enough for everyday wear with jeans.
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