I ordered two pairs of Crocs one pair of thongs and one pair of cayman crocs. I used the sizing chart provided and ordered both pairs in M5/W7. However, when they arrived, while the Thongs fit perfectly, with room to wiggle, the Caymans were way too small (I''d almost say a full size too small). The Thongs were "made in China" and the Caymans "made in Mexico". I went to my local store and discovered that they receive Croc orders which are often made in multiple countries. It would appear to me that there is no "standard" mold used. So beware just because you have tried them on in a store and think you have the correct size you may end up getting a larger or smaller size, depending on where they are manufactured.
At first I didn''t know what to make of this shoe/sandal... it''s lightweight, comfortable and "convertible", which is a nice feature that I''ve never seen in a sandal before. First, I''ll break down the benefits, then give the low-points.
"LIGHTWEIGHT & COMFORTABLE"
This is probably the most attractive feature of the CROC, because it adds to the comfort and makes you feel like you''re walking on air. By far the most comfortable things I''ve ever worn and I''m a picky shoe person. I have only owned 1 pair of sandals for the past 6 years and have hated every other sandal I''ve tried on, so these CROCS are definitely special.
"CONVERTIBLE"
You can turn the "sandal" into a "shoe" simply by pushing forward the strap. In "shoe" mode, it''s a tighter more snug fit, so you don''t have to worry about it coming off your feet. In "sandal" mode, it''s easy to slip on and off (although it has a tendency to cling to the bottom of your feet), for that quick trip outside to take out the trash, or pick up your cell phone that you left in the car.
PROBLEM: "SWEATY FEET"
One problem I have with the CROC is that it doesn''t ventilate very well. Sure, it''s got holes. But the material is such that it traps heat so you''re feet end up sweating in warm weather.
PROBLEM: "HOLES ALLOW DEBRIS IN"
Another problem is that the holes allow all sorts of debris into the sandal while you''re walking, such as loose rocks, wood chips at the playground, sand and dirt (when you''re not at the beach), and rain water (puddles in the parking lot). This means that you''re feet get dirty rather quickly and can be uncomfortable at places where there is a lot of debris eg, playgrounds.
"SIZE & PRICE"
Sizing is a bit weird. I''d recommend going to a store first to try it on and see what size you are. It''s hard to find a good selection at a store, so it''s best just to dip in for sizing and then purchase the one you want on Amazon. Turned out to be the best thing for me, as I was able to score Army Green Caymans from Amazon, while searching at numerous stores I''ve only been able to find blue and black Caymans in sizes way too big. For $29.99 I think it''s a bit pricey actually, but if you''re picky about sandals like me, there''s nothing you can do about it.
"STYLE"
One other thing you''ll have to get used to is how aesthetically disgusting it is. Let''s be frank: it''s a damn ugly shoe and there''s no way getting around it. It''s not the prettiest thing to wear, but it''s hands-down the most comfortable. Just be careful where you tread. Definitely not an all-terrain/purpose sandal. Good for beach and casual sidewalk/short trip walking.
"DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE BEACH AND CAYMAN STYLES"
None. Except that the sizes for Beach version are "ranges" and are more roomy for your feet. Cayman sizes are exact and are more narrow. Try on before you buy as the versions are not the same.
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I love these things. My daughter (who''s in the medical field)turned me on to these. She, as do I, has a need for arch support because they''re so high. She also knew my arches has been falling due to age (I''m in my late forties)and I need inserts in my work shoes. She''s been wearing her pair since last fall (2006) and picked me up some of the Croc "glides?" in March.
I liked them so much I ordered these Caymans for myself. Amazing support for "difficult" feet. I wear them whenever I''m not in my work shoes. I may look somewhat foolish (they''re marketed at a much lower age bracket than myself), but I''m comfortable so I don''t care.
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I bought navy blue size 8 in mens because they didn''t have size 10 navy blue womans and they fit perfect. The nice colors are hard to come by especially this time of year.Amazon was handy for that because they do the looking for you.I would definately buy these shoes if your looking for comfort and easy on and off shoes, they''re great on uneven terrain. As far as looks, they grown on you!
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These shoes are very comfortable and well suited for the hot , sticky, sandy climate where we live.It''s no problem getting them wet and they''re still comfortable.I found out the hard way that if you normally take a half size shoe you need to round your size DOWN with these to get a proper fit.I was able to return the pair that was too large but had to pay the cost of shipping to do so.The description of these shoes should have mentioned to round down for half sizes to save others this inconvenience.
These shoes are absolutely beautiful. I ordered my siz 7.5 WW and the wouldn''t even go on at all. I was disappointed because I really wanted to wear these for my wedding. They have been returned. Still on the search. Not true to size :o(
