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(based on 13 ratings)
Brand:Born
Located in:Eco Friendly, Women's Recycled Materials
Hit the beach in the Carmel thong from Born. This slip-on sandal is perfect for beachcombing or just heading for the pool. The leather upper and Borns handsewn Opanka construction offer long-wearing durability, while the leather lining and rubber sole give cushioned comfort as you stroll. Product features include: Leather upper, Leather lining, Synthetic sole, Approx. 1/2 heel height.
Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.9 stars
(based on 13 reviews)
75% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Breathes well(3), Comfortable(11), Cute(12), Durable(8), Stable(5)
Best Uses:
Casual wear(6), Travel(3)
Describe Yourself:
Casual(11), Stylish(10)
 
not the ususal comfort of a born sandal
By sdlVerified Purchaser from Boston on 7/1/2008
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Cute, Durable
Cons:
Causes Hotspots or Blisters, Uncomfortable, Unstable
Describe Yourself:
Casual, Conservative, Stylish
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This sandal was not as stable on the foot as most borns. I had read the reviews and hoped it would be comfortable but my foot was not held in place like most borns do and the weaving was very irritating on the top of the foot.

 
Sizing is off.
By Nora the shoe shopperVerified Purchaser from San Francisco, CA on 7/1/2008
Sizing:
Feels full size too small
Width:
Feels too wide
Pros:
Comfortable, Cute, Durable
Cons:
Causes Hotspots or Blisters
Best Uses:
Casual Wear
Describe Yourself:
Casual, Stylish, Trendy
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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Most comfy sandal on the planet!
By San Francisco's version of Imelda!Verified Purchaser from San Francisco, CA on 6/3/2008
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Breathes Well, Comfortable, Cute, Durable, Stable, Stain Resistant
Describe Yourself:
Casual
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I own about 60 pairs of Borns and these are about the most comfortable yet. Do yourself a big favor and buy a pair. Perfect fit for me (Size nine with arthritis). I find myself wearing a lot of blue colothing just so I can coordinate with these shoes.
I walk 1/2 mile to work in them and back - absolutely no arthtitic pain!! Thank god for Born!

 
Incredibly soft and comfortable!
By sandyVerified Purchaser from carson city,nevada on 5/31/2008
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Breathable, Comfortable, Cute, Durable, Soft leather, Stable
Cons:
there are none
Best Uses:
Barbecues, Beach, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Alternative, Casual, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

These are the most comfortable thongs ever! The leather is soft so the piece between your toes doesn't hurt. Also they have some arch support.

 
great shoe
By sue z qVerified Purchaser from ill on 5/28/2008
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Comfortable, Cute
Best Uses:
Casual Wear
Describe Yourself:
Casual, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

very comfortable would recomend

 
Great sandels. Very comfortable
By JennVerified Purchaser from Boston, ma on 5/27/2008
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Breathes Well, Comfortable, Cute, Durable, Stable
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Casual

casual
Godd looking, comfortable

 
Carmel by Born is a worth the extra $$
By Loupy LouVerified Reviewer from New York City on 5/27/2008
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Also works w casual, Breathes Well, Can be dressed up or down, Comfortable, Cute, Durable, Excellent support, Goes with trendy clothing, Good for any age really, Integrity in construction, Really versatile modern, Stable, Well built yet stylish
Cons:
None so far
Best Uses:
Can run errands in or, Can walk around town in, Can wear out for drinks, Ok for active city walkin, Or dress-down casual, Really versatile, Too expensive for beach, Trendy dressy casual
Describe Yourself:
Alternative, Casual, I dress based on my mood, Stylish, Stylish yet comfortable, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I wear a 6.5 - 7 depending on the shoe usually. I also have a wide bridge, so for these I ordered a 7 to be safe. When I put them on my feet felt like they were plunging into a pillowtop leather bed. Sizing wise, there's extra room above the toe, but no extra room behind the heel ( as is typical with sandals ), but my feet don't hang off the edge or come to close to that because they "sink-in" to position. So it's kinda hard to advise on ordering for 1/2 size people. There was plenty of room in the bridge, even for a wide-bridged person. I'm not sure that a 6 would have covered me in the heel, however I'm not psyched about the extra room above the toe...but it's not exorbitant enough to exchange the size over.

Otherwise, I cannot believe how comfortable these shoes are while being cute enough to wear with trendy/feminine sun dresses, or just with jeans etc!! I never knew a cute sandal could actually feel so light, supportive, and prevent that leg/back pain most shoes induce from trekking around town all day by foot! Unbelievably well made...they better be for that price....worth it and they're enviro friendly to boot!!

 
Gorgeous warm pink, very flat heels
By Style&ComfortLadyVerified Purchaser from Thousand Oaks CA on 5/26/2008
Sizing:
Feels full size too big
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Comfortable, Cute, Durable
Best Uses:
Barbecues, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Casual, Conservative, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Love these pink sandals! But I had to send back the 6 (my usual size) and get a 5 for my somewhat narrow, "6-minus" feet. Very flay heels, but also stylish looking. Yummy color!

 
Love Love Love these!
By Shoe Fanatic from Illinois on 5/21/2008
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Cute
Cons:
Uncomfortable
Best Uses:
Casual
Describe Yourself:
Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I wear these with capris and bermudas. Very stylish, and the gold color makes them stand out. They just rub between my toes. I hope this will stop because I plan on wearing these alot!

 
Cute, cute and more cute
By imeda has nothing on meVerified Purchaser from long island, ny on 5/10/2008
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels too narrow
Pros:
Comfortable, Cute
Cons:
shallow
Best Uses:
Casual Wear
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This is yet another really cute shoe from Born. It is not as comfortable as all the other ones I have purchased, but it's a flip flop. I think it's a little narrow (read that as shallow) and the knot rubs a bit. No blisters, though, and I hoping it breaks in nicely.

 
Cute & comfy
By nmbVerified Purchaser from Hilo, HI on 4/25/2008
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Comfortable, Cushiony, Cute, Stylish
Best Uses:
Around town, Casual fridays, Casual Wear
Describe Yourself:
Casual, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Like most Born shoes, these are stylish yet comfortable. Cute details with the multiple straps and the decorative sole. I wear them with casual skirts, capri pants, and shorts. I have two colors and really like the blue with jean skirts.

 
I need a pair in every color.
By Jana TVerified Purchaser from Denton, Texas on 4/22/2008
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Comfortable, Cute, Durable
Cons:
No Complaints
Best Uses:
Casual Wear
Describe Yourself:
Casual, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I wore these sandals to a business casual meeting and received many complimnets. It was the first time I had them on and they felt good all day.

These aren't my first Born sandal, but they are the cutest.

 
Love this sandal!
By Born NowVerified Purchaser from Houston, TX on 4/18/2008
Sizing:
Feels full size too small
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Comfortable, Stable
Describe Yourself:
Casual, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

In my opinion, Born shoes run one size too small. Order one size larger than you typically wear and you will be happy.

I have this sandal in three colors!

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