KEEN Women's Elle Backstrap Sandal

Update: I have worn these sandals almost daily for 2 summers now and the shoes still look great. This will be my 3rd summer, and I still love them. They are a good investment for those who need a comfortable shoe that can be worn all day. They are my go-to pair when traveling. The foot bed on these shoes is so comfortable. It's 2 layers of yoga type foam. A squishy top layer and a stiffer lower layer make them feel stable and comfortable. The straps are lined on the inside so there's no rubbing against the heel or across the foot. I have a high arch so the top strap feels a bit snug, but they don't flop around on my feet and are comfortable right out of the box. I would call the colors a muted dusty rose and terra cota. They are a pretty combination that is surprisingly flexible to blend with other earth tones or dark colors. I'll have to be careful to not stain them because they are fabric. No cooking spaghetti sauce while wearing these. I am older now and prefer shoes with a little lift, but only if they help me feel sturdy on my feet. This is my second pair of Keen sandals, and both do that better than any other brand I've tried. I've bought their hiking boots for a few decades now but hadn't considered their sandals. That was a mistake. Keen makes a great everyday sandal for walking on a variety of surfaces, and they last. It has been my experience that my slightly wide feet mean I need to order a half size up in most brands. Sometimes that puts the arch support around my heel. That doesn't happen in keens so maybe they just run a half size smaller than others. They are never too narrow and seldom too long. These are worth the price if you keep your shoes for years. They are ideal if you do a lot of walking. They'll be my go to for traveling.

These sandals provide excellent cushioning and a comfortably wide toe box fit. I ordered the wide size, and the extra room makes the fit especially comfortable around the toe box while remaining secure. The straps flex naturally with movement, reducing friction and preventing blisters. The overall design is supportive yet lightweight, and the style is clean and versatile enough for everyday wear. A great option for anyone needing comfort and width without sacrificing appearance.

Love these. I now have them in two colors. They are very comfortable, run true to size, and are washable! They are very supportive and easy to wear for a lot of walking. They feel great on my feet.

The shoe itself is excellent. Comfortable right out of the box and stylish. However they run small compared to other brands, compared to other Keen shoes, they run fairly true to size. In all other sandals, I’m pretty much a 6, in keen brand shoes, I wear a 6.5. I had to order a size 7 in these. My toes were right at the edge in a 6.5. (I ordered various colors because I love the sandals so much!)

I don’t have a single bad thing to say. I originally thought they might be too “Grandma like” but for a girl in her late 30s but I get a ton of compliments. These sandals were a purchase for a Hawaii trip back in April. I knew we would be walking everywhere and these sandals were so comfortable straight out of the box. No breaking in needed!! They are easy to clean, have plenty of cushion and go with every outfit. They were great on the beach and easy to rinse off. No annoying squeaking after being wet or yucky vacation blisters! True to size I purchased a 9.5. I typically over between a 9.5/10. I love how they come in half sizes too!! Rare for a sandal. I have slightly more narrow feet and the unadjustable straps were no problem. Not too tight or loose. The nonslip on the bottom right after getting off the beach are perfect. I highly recommended! My go to sandal.

I really like these sandals! They’re comfy and cute. My friend has been telling me about Keens for years and I finally bought my first pair and am instantly satisfied. I really like the strap around the back of the ankle so that way my sandal will stay on and not slip off. Great arch support too! I am a size 9 in all of my shoes and these are true to size. I ordered the purple pair because it’s my favorite color.

Basically the entire shoe is constructed of elastic bands. Comfortable for a short time and then gets a bit uncomfortable. Definitely not worth the price at all.

Money well spent! Great sandals, comfortable, sort of classy.