The Root Collective Reviews

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Lisa

I purchased the Alinna in the Wine leather and have worn them quite a bit but you can’t even tell. They are comfortable and cute and every time I wear them I get someone complimenting my on my shoes. Go check them out!

Alinna Sandal in Chestnut Leather (PREORDER)

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Lisa

The Piper in Lilac is such a pretty color and the leather is sooo soft! These are a great neutral and required no break-in at all. I love how the leather is woven and the artisan who made them signed the inside. I know who made my shoes!

Piper Flat in Lilac Leather (PREORDER)

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Lisa

I purchased the Chrissie heels in a limited edition leopard print and wow are they sexy! The thicker heel provides more stability and I was able to break them in after wearing socks with them around the house for a bit. I sized down to an 8 from my normal 8.5 and they now fit nicely. Beautiful heels and I love the mission behind their making!

Chrissie Heel in Camel Leather (PREORDER)

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Lisa

Love these Chloe’s with the embroidered floral fabric! They remind me of ballet shoes and the wedge heel is not too high so they are comfortable and easy to slip on. I sized down to an 8 from my normal 8.5 and they fit well with no sliding issues. Love these!

Chloe Wedge in Noir Leather (FINAL SALE)

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Lisa

The Sophia boot in Olive is wonderful for Fall and Winter ( and Spring)! Super comfortable right out of the box, I wear low rise socks with them and you can’t see the sock. The heel height is just right for walking around and the design makes them stand out and garner compliments. I sized up 1/2 a size (9 from my normal 8.5) and they fit well! Love knowing my shoes are not only comfortable and stylish, they also provide fair trade jobs and opportunities to artisans in Guatemala.

Sophia Boot in Olive Nubuck (PREORDER)

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Lisa

My Gena sandals are the perfect neutral for when I need something easy and quick to throw on that also is super comfortable. The bed of the shoe has some cushioning and that makes them even easier on my feet during longer days. Check them out!

Gena Sandal in Solid Chestnut Leather (FINAL SALE)

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Lisa

Love the pop of color these Jessie sneakers provide and they are comfortable for however long I wear them. People comment on my shoes and I love telling them about the hands behind them and how they were paid fairly. I sized up to a 9 from my normal 8.5 and these feel and fit perfectly!

Jessie Sneaker in Forest with Snow Hex (PREORDER)

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Christine K.

I have the Holly mule in a retired color, but I can still say that they are SO comfortable. The soles feel great and my feet don't get tired even if I wear them all day. They are easy to walk in and I don't have any issues stepping out of them. They have a very classy look with their neat design, but can also go with any type of outfit.

Holly Mule in Cream Leather (PREORDER)

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Christine K.

I have a pair of custom color Faith flats and they are super comfortable! Great for all day wear and easy to walk in with no issues whatsoever. They're a unique style that can upgrade a basic outfit. I'm a half size and sized up for these. They're a little roomy, but that's not a bad thing!

Faith Flat in Solid Smoke Leather (PREORDER)

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Mary Anne

My custom Alinna’s have a different fabric but they are amazing shoes! Great for vacation/packing/travel … comfortable to walk in with nice cushion on the bottom for all day walking.

Alinna Sandal in Noir Leather (PREORDER)

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Mary Anne

I am in love with these boots! I stopped wearing heels for a while due to some foot and back issues and these are my first foray back. They are the perfect height and incredibly comfortable. I loved them so much I bought 2 more pairs!!! Buy them!

Sophia Boot in Olive Nubuck (PREORDER)

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Mary Anne

When I tell you I wear my Faiths twice a week or more I mean it! I bought a limited edition ruby pair and call them my ruby slippers. But I loved the fit and feel so much I had to get the chestnut for every day wear!! The regular leather is a little more flexible than the nubuck but both feel great after only one wear!

Faith Flat in Chestnut Leather (PREORDER)

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Mary Anne

I think these were my most worn shoe this summer!! So comfortable! You can dress them up or down … and don’t let the white fool you, they’re a three season shoe! Even made an appearance as the perfect Halloween skeleton costume accent!

Brooke Huarache Mule in Snow (PREORDER)

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Christine K.

I have the Annie flat in a retired color, but they are gorgeous in every option! The two different leathers add a so much interest but aren't so different that it looks distracting. They're a very classy pair and can easily elevate a basic outfit. I'm a half size and am glad I sized up for this pair because they were fairly snug at first. They broke in easily and are very comfortable now!

Annie Flat in Noir Leather (PREORDER)

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Abigail D.

I own these in Coastal Blue and they are amazing! I get compliments on them every time I wear them. They are so classy and are such a great heel. Great for work, date night or girls night out!

Chrissie Heel in Camel Leather (PREORDER)

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Lisa

The Jessie sneaker in Wine with white hex stripes goes with so many items in my closet! They were comfortable right out of the box. I sized up to a 9 ( I’m an 8.5) and they feel great with regular socks. I’ve worn them for 8 hours straight and had no foot pain or issues! Go buy some :)

Jessie Sneaker in Wine Nubuck with Snow Leather (PREORDER)

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Abigail D.

The Piper flat has become a favorite and this color combo is just so beautiful. I love chestnut and cream as neutrals so to have them combined was just too dreamy to pass up. This style shoe relaxes as you wear it and fits so comfortably after a few wears!

Piper Flat in Cream and Camel (PREORDER)

Abigail D.

My favorite sandal ever! I wear this shoe all the time. I love the unique fabric strap combined with the chestnut leather. They are so comfortable too. Goes with everything!

Alinna Sandal in Chestnut Leather (PREORDER)

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Abigail D.

The Piper in camel is such a good neutral. I was in love with chestnut until I found camel. This shoe is so unbelievable comfortable as well. Have been wearing her all spring, summer and fall!

Piper Flat in Camel Leather (PREORDER)

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Abigail D.

The cream Suzie is a dream. Slides on easily and looks so beautiful. I love to wear her with dresses but she can easily class up a casual outfit like shorts no problem.

Holly Mule in Cream Leather (PREORDER)

Abigail D.

The Piper is such a comfortable shoe not to mention one of a kind. This lilac leather is such a gorgeous neutral. I was super comfortable wearing them on the plane for a trip.

Piper Flat in Lilac Leather (PREORDER)

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Elizabeth L.

I've got 2 pairs of Jessies in grey and in tangerine. They're SO comfortable. I wear them for MILES of walking on vacations, and my feet feel great all day. Love that there are so many color combos.

Jessie Sneaker in Tangerine with Snow Hex (PREORDER)

Colleen A.

I love the ease of a slip on. And the unique combo of woven work and mixed leathers make for a stunning shoe that goes with everything throughout the sunny season! I measure a 10.5 and have borderline narrow feet and the size 10 stays on my feet without any trouble. It was tight on my foot on arrival, but within a few wears around the house the leather weave relaxed to provide a custom fit.

Piper Flat in Cream and Camel (PREORDER)

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Colleen A.

Love the leather colors, print colors, and embroidery details! The removable insole allows me to swap it out for my own orthotic insole which means I get the support I need and the TRC style I want. I measure a 10.5 and have borderline narrow feet. I opted for the size 11 because I need the length like I do in my regular athletic shoes. And I have no trouble keeping these on because the laces allow for a semi-custom width adjustment.

Thimblepress x TRC Jessie Sneaker in Night Garden (INSTOCK)

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Deb

I adore my Neidy wedges. They are so very comfortable; it doesn't feel like I'm wearing a 2+ inch heel. And I get compliments on them every time I wear them.

Neidy Wedge in Smoke Nubuck (PREORDER)

Kerry B.Verified

This was considered a “less than perfect” item due to the corner being slightly smushed in more than the others. You truly can’t even notice it. This is a great size bag for those that want something a bit on the smaller size. I can still carry my wallet and phone easily enough. The color is so vibrant, too!

LTP Box Bag in Orchid {final sale}

Susan D.Verified

The Holly in Seafoam is beautiful and feels as good as it looks! For reference, I have wide feet and wear an 8 in other brands to accommodate the width. These fit perfectly right out of the box. Can't wait for warmer weather to show these off! They will add the perfect pop of color!

Holly Mule in Seafoam Leather (PREORDER & FINAL SALE)

Molly S.Verified

MY FAVORITE TRC SHOES! I've been a TRC wearer for nearly 10 years and these are probably my favorite ever. They're so comfortable (no break in time!) and go with everything. I'm obsessed!

Alex Sneaker in Marigold Nubuck with Snow Hex (PREORDER)

Michele K.Verified

This was my first pair of Root Collective Shoes. I love them. They are well made and the fit was perfect. I’m excited about the mustard color too, and all the outfits I can pair with them. I also love what this company stands for. Thank you!

LTP Thea in Mustard size 8 {final sale}

Susan D.Verified

These shoes fit like a dream right out of the box—no break-in required! Just for reference, I have wide feet and wear size 8 in other brands. I was sure I would need to size up in these, based on past experience with TRC shoes , but NOPE! Size 8 fit perfectly. They are perfect, and perfectly well made. Well worth the wait to get these!

Millie Flat in Black Crocodile Leather (PREORDER)

Myrna R.Verified

I have not worn the shoes yet, but when I received them, I was extremely impressed at the high-quality of the leather and that shoe in its entirety! Extremely beautiful and they appear they will be comfortable and ones that I will wear often.

Neidy in Solid Noir (FINAL SALE)

Dana S.Verified

So glad I finally got these unique beauties! The leopard print seems very durable and comfortable. I am a half size and went up a size - they are a tad long but still fit fine.

Lili Mule in Leopard Print with Black Nubuck (FINAL SALE)

Alyssa C.Verified

I LOVE these sneakers! I'm normally a 7.5 and ordered a 7 as recommended. They're just a tiny smidge tight, but since they're all leather I expect them to be perfect once they're worn a bit. The color is spot on and I love everything about the construction. I cannot wait for fall, these are going to be my go-to shoes!

Alex Sneaker in Lilac with Snow Hex (PREORDER)

Clayborn P.Verified

I bought the Faith flats in noir leather for my wife for her birthday. She loves the fit, the style design, and that they were handmade on an ethical business model. She's received numerous compliments on them from her friends, too! We were both quite saddened to learn that the Root Collective was shutting down, especially when we'd just discovered you.

Faith Flat in Noir Leather (PREORDER)

Dana S.Verified

Love the new Alex sneakers because of the rounded toe box and comfy fit- and of course they are super cute! I am a half-size with a slightly wide foot and I size down for a perfect fit. Can’t wait for more colors!

Alex Sneaker in Snow with Pebbled Black Hex (PREORDER)

Christine K.Verified

Possibly the most beautiful boots I have ever had or even seen. The merlot leather is just gorgeous. It's not as red as it appears in some photos which I find to be a good thing--it's a great neutral. The wine nubuck adds the perfect bit of interest and is so soft. They are incredibly comfortable and I can wear them all day as a teacher with no pain whatsoever. I wish I could get these in more colors!

Brette Boot in Merlot Leather (FINAL SALE PREORDER)

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Abigail D.Verified

Loved being able to customize this shoe! I’ve always wanted a chestnut pair of sneakers and I could not love them more!

Custom Alex

Laurel W.Verified

These shoes are both beautiful and comfortable, and the fact that they are crafted by people who are paid a fair wage is just icing on the cake! I was a bit nervous about buying a half size down, but they fit great right out of the box and should stretch a bit to be even more cozy.

New Creation x TRC Thea Flat in Poppy (PREORDER)

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Amber R.

So incredibly soft! I love how these feel on my feet! I’m a size 9, and they fit perfectly true to size. Of course they look great with skirts and dresses, but I love them with denim too! These are a must have and I know they will last forever!

Casey Sandal in Solid Chestnut Leather (PREORDER)

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Amber R.

Because I loved these in camel so much, I knew I needed the noir. They are so very easy to wear and I just love that in those moments where I get to sit at my desk, I can easily just slide them off. I’m a girl who loves being barefoot :) I love that the noir looks great with denim and on days I need to dress up a bit, they look great with even a business look!

Brooke Huarache Mule in Noir (PREORDER)

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