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Donald J Pliner Reviews
Great shoes, perfect fit and gorgeous. At first I was worried that the heel support would rub wrong, but it doesn't and the straps stayed tied all night long.
Nice style but strangely shaped footbed. The heel of the footbed is actually a little wide, but then where the footbed should widen out, it is actually narrower. These would be fine if your foot was shaped like a rolling pin.
Great style but awkward fit. The molded footbed is uncomfortable unless it fits your foot shape and size. On my feet they ran short and narrow. Disappointed.
Comfortable work shoe, just the right height. Love the cushioned heel. Can wear them all day. Will buy Donald Pliners again.
I have ordered many DP shoes over the last 13 years. This is the first DP shoe in the last year that actually reminds me of the "old" DP quality-wise. The leather is soft, the sole is well made, and the shoe fits like a glove. I am sending it back because I prefer a slightly taller heel or a shorter one. This one is too "in between" and looks stumpy in my opinion. Also, I am not crazy about the top white threads/decorative seam. They are bulky on the shoe in person.
If you have been a DP fan and are disappointed with what you have been trying lately, add this to your list. Sadly, the material across the foot has no "give," the proportion of the length of the shoe with the strap that wraps the big toe is "off," and it is a very masculine shoe. Looks much better in photograph on-line. Going back.
I do not like shoes that smell like plastic/chemicals. This one does. Also, the heel would have been much prettier if slightly higher. Does not feel in proportion with the width of the banding across the toes. Size felt a little longer than usual for DP, but going back.
I have a narrow foot, and this shoe was toe constricting. The elastic is very tight, covers too much of your foot, and the proportion is "off." The boxy toe shoes too much leather. Just an odd shoe. Going back.
I have been a faithful DP client for years, but I think I may be throwing in the towel. This shoe looks adorable, was well-made, but the material to construct the straps is SO HARD that it would be impossible to wear without creating MULTIPLE blisters. I have a narrow foot; this shoe was tight around the toe. The canvas is not soft. Do not waste your time. Where is the DP I loved?
This shoe is VERY WIDE, and the inside bottom is not lined, so it is very scratchy. NOT COMFORTABLE!
I like the look of these sandals, but had to return and re-order again in a 1/2 size bigger. Usually Donald J. Pliner shoes run true to size for me but these are definitely small in length. I held these shoes up against the sole of the Gillett2 I purchased last year in the same size and which have the same footbed, but a different top. These sandals were at least a 1/2 size shorter. Based on the disparity in length I am not sure if going a 1/2 size up will be enough. I liked the top of these sandals enough that I want to give the next size up a try before I give up on these sandals altogether.
Shoes a little difficult getting on because of the straps. The straps across the instep stretched out about 1/2" after wearing them first time. This time disappointed in Donald Pliner!
Reviewer: Pattypan from St Thomas, Virgin Islands
Overall: Comfort: Style:
I so wish this sandal fit well. The two straps across the toe are fine, but the straps across the ankle cut into my foot in a very unattractive way. This shoe is beautiful. I love the heel and the design. Maybe it will fit on you?
Super stylish shoe! My husband loves these. So nice to have some shoes that are unique and a little outside of the typical choices.
Got 9n and they are narrowish but the top of the sandal doesn't come near the top of my foot. Beautiful in the box. If mom doesn't want them, they're going back for you to try.
Online these sandals look nicely made and wearable. Once I got the sandals everything about them looked and felt "flimsy." Then general foundation of the sandal was "wobbly" too! For the price I'd expect a better quality sandal. I wear a size 7M, so I bought 7 & 7.5 and even the 7.5 was small lengthwise. I'm really disappointed because I really liked the style. The sandals are going back.
This is a very nice shoe. The style and comfort is unmatched. If your looking for a shoe that stands out in the crowd this is it! You will be surprised at the compliments.
These shoes are the most comfortable shoes that I purchased in a long time. And, on top of that, they are darling! Very sexy/chic!
I really love this shoe. It is very comfortable and looks great. I have bunions and I can still wear them.



Visionary designer Donald J Pliner launched his line of luxury men's and women's footwear and accessories in 1989. Almost immediately, his name became synonymous with innovative design and high style and unprecedented comfort.
