We Tried It · Kizik shoes We Tried It – verdict Personally tested Chip Hanna TL;DR – Kizik’s hands-free slip-on tech genuinely works – we expected a gimmick and got pleasantly surprised. They’re the best hands-free shoes we’ve tested, but there’s one dealbreaker: you must wear socks. Sockless crowd should skip; everyone else can save […]
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We Tried It · Hey Dude shoes We Tried It – verdict Personally tested Chip Hanna TL;DR – Hey Dude Shoes (Wally men’s / Wendy women’s models) nail comfort and convenience at $50-$70 – lightweight, machine-washable, and easy to live in. The catch: the aesthetic is aggressively casual and not for everyone. If you want […]
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We Tried It · Rothy's shoes We Tried It – verdict Personally tested Mrs. We Tried It TL;DR – We’ve worn Rothy’s for 4+ years across their Points, Sneakers, and Mary Janes, and we keep buying them. At $145-$165, the recycled-bottle construction and machine-washability genuinely deliver – just size up half a step. The only […]
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We Tried It · Cole Haan ZeroGrand We Tried It – verdict Personally tested Chip Hanna TL;DR – Cole Haan ZeroGrand shoes are dress shoes that feel like sneakers – genuinely some of the most comfortable, lightest dress shoes we've worn. In 2026 they list for roughly $190-$308 but go on sale constantly, so you […]
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Birdies says they are “The stylish flat that’s secretly a slipper.” Is that true? Read our honest Birdies Review to find out more a Meghan Markle Favorite.
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We Tried It · SUAVS shoes We Tried It – verdict Personally tested Chip Hanna TL;DR – SUAVS Zilker shoes hit the Allbirds price point ($95) and beat Rothy’s on softness. They’re machine washable, packable, and we’ve worn them on airport days and summer errands without a single complaint. If you want a breathable casual […]
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TL;DR — Rothy’s Mary Jane ($155) is genuinely lovely — right up until the bow straps ripped after a handful of wears. Rothy’s response: $30 off a replacement, not a fix. We still love the style but wouldn’t trust the brand enough to buy another pair. Rothy’s Mary Jane Review: is the newest Rothy’s style […]
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TL;DR — The Rothy's Merino Collection ($155–$195) is the warmest, most elevated shoe in the Rothy's lineup — wool-plastic blend, vegan leather soles, and fully washable. One real catch: sizing runs large. We ordered our usual size and they were too big; size down at least a half. Rothy’s Merino Review: Can Rothy’s change the […]
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