Simple Men's Ecos Sneaker

Customer Reviews

Eco friendly sneakers ROCK

Being 6'5" and having a size 15 shoe I found that these simple sneakers ran in a 16. They are made of Hemp which not only being more economically sound to our environment I know it will outlast any canvas made sneaker. I wasn't sure if they would be comfortable. However the first day me and my girlfriend wore them (having ordered two pairs, one for each of us) we had taken a trip from Long Island where we reside to Battery park to hop o a ferry and visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. We walked around for 8 or more hours that day. We were sore by night but one thing that didt hurt was our feet. The sneakers are incredibly comfortable even right out of the box, no ned to be broken in.

Good shoes, even with manufacturing flaw.

I have had a bumpy road to happiness with these shoes. The first pair I recieved were sewn crooked on the right shoe causing the side to rub on a nerve causing much pain so i exchanged them for another pair. When I got those they were the same way! I tried to return them but amazon wouldn't let me do it, as you can imagine I was pretty angry. I was stuck, so I started using them only for short trips to the store and sitting in the movies. After a while they stretched out and have actually become fairly comfortable, still very tight on the right shoe.
If anyone is wondering my left is actually the larger foot, also because the footbeds are made of plastic mine started squeaking.. I guess thats what I get for such cool shoes right?

Sweet kicks

These shoes are pretty cool. Much tougher than I would have figured (I'd never owned hemp shoes before), and super-stylish.

Sizing runs just a little large, I think. Depending on the brand, I usually wear an 8 or an 8.5 (and up to a 9 for certain athletic shoe brands). I ordered my Ecos Sneakers in size 8.5, and I think I'd probably order an 8 next time (possibly even a 7.5). However, these are essentially casual shoes, made for walking, rather than athletic shoes; a little extra room translates to extra comfort once they're broken in.

So, yeah. I dig 'em.

Nice Mother Earth Friendly Shoes

I've owned several simple shoes before, and I really like the slim, classic look that simple portrays on most of their shoes. I really like the bike tread sidewall and it definitely gives the shoes that unique factor. I got the black pair in size twelve and they fit just like a size 12 should so I recommend buying the size you normally wear.

Pros:
- Well made, (on average my simple shoes have lasted about 3 years of constant use and what usually goes out first for me is that the bottom sole of the shoes wears through).
-Unique look
-Eco-friendly construction

Cons:
-Pad insert isn't as cushy as previous pads I've had from simple (this one's made from recycled PET)
-Shoes don't offer the best in breathability for your feet (satisfactory for most days, but on those cooker days your feet will get hot)

Well hope this helps you make your decision. I like these shoes a lot and they are my main daily shoes. The shoes are plenty comfortable, the cushioning pad insert is just a little too firm for my complete liking.

Impressive Shoes with Impressive Eco-Credentials

I had three reasons for buying these shoes:
1) They are made from animal-free materials. They are Vegan
2) Although they are Vegan they don't try to replicate the look of leather. I don't want to even appear to be wearing leather.
3) They are made from recycled materials as well as environmentally responsible plant fibres like hemp and organic cotton.
The shoes were sent promptly and now that I'm wearing them I'm very impressed with their sturdiness, style and I expect them to be durable.
Today I have purchased two more pairs from Amazon in different colours.
The only thing that could make this purchase better for me is if the manufacturer 'Simple' had a Vegan philosophy as well, alas they also produce leather shoes.