Empress Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.8

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Considering 28 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the exceptionally soft leather and beautiful design, noting that the footwear feels remarkably comfortable and supportive for long walks and daily wear. Many consumers also highlighted the overall excellent product quality, gorgeous appearance, and perfect fit that feels like walking on a wonderful cloud. However, some people mentioned that international shipping took a very long time to arrive and tracking information was frequently delayed. Some reviewers were not happy with the sizing, explaining that the shoes run very small and that completing returns is quite expensive and complicated.

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Delivery service

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Response is great. Shipping is costly to return items so costs a lot to try the shoes if you don't live in the US.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered the Hero Loafer in wine. These are such beautiful and beautifully crafted shoes. The purchase process was seamless. No worries at all with international purchase process, including custom... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve followed Empress Athletics for ages and always missed out, but finally ordered during the warehouse moving sale — and now I wish I bought more. Got the shorts and joggers. It’s still a... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Extremely responsive customer service. But not forgetting the shoes - the most comfortable shoes ever. The square toed flats (of which I have maybe 4 pairs) have seen me through long flights and very... See more


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  1. Footwear Wholesaler

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Our goal is to create the most comfortable and stylish shoes in the world.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super comfy and cute!

I first purchased the red patent leather slippers. They are so nice and comfy. The leather is very soft and pliable and the square-toe shape really does make a difference in comfort. I’ve also received multiple compliments on them.

They came with a standard insole that you can swap out for the arch support ones. Just keep sizing in mind because the arch ones do make the fit more snug (and I have narrow feet!!!) so if your feet are wider, keep this in mind.

Also to keep in mind is that they do take a little while to ship, since they come from China. You will first get a USPS tracking number, but you won’t see any movement till the slippers actually arrive to the U.S. However, I contacted customer support and they readily provided me another shipment tracker that shows the progress of the shoes when they depart China.

I’ve honestly been so happy with these shoes that they’ve become my new favorites. So much so that I’ve actually decided to buy a second pair. I was waiting for them to make a beige/nude version and now they have! So that’s my next purchase.

August 1, 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love the flats

Not only do I love the look of the square toes (reminds me of my ballet days), but they work well for me on occasional very long days on my feet as a wedding planner. I have Morton’s neuroma as well, so these flats have been wonderful.

July 28, 2023
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The shoes look and are packaged…

The shoes look and are packaged beautifully, they are very soft leather. The toe box is indeed wide and perfect for toes but I do think the rest of the shoe isn’t particularly wide. They would have been perfect if they were wide at the ball of the foot.

July 15, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Empress shoes are the most comfortable…

Empress shoes are the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn, especially because I have wide feet and have to wear orthotics 24/7. I bought one pair as a trial and now I have 4 pairs (and still coming back for more LOL). I highly recommend these shoes.

July 27, 2023
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Glad they answered me

Glad they answered me. But you should put in bold advertising these shoes fit like Nike which is smaller than standard sizes. I had to pay to return these shoes

July 12, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Impressed with Empress

These shoes are soft yet supportive ( I suffer from plantar fasciitis- yet with the amazing insoles I can walk all day in these shoes ) , they are elegant but practical - before I found this brand I was having to prioritize comfort or occasion and was always either in trainers, Birkenstocks or suffering in heels.No end of compliments. When I thought I had ordered the wrong size the customer service was incredible - I was offered 2 different options to solve the issue - both were very acceptable and I was so impressed at both the speed of response and the personal touch. Just ordered extra pairs …

June 29, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ooohhh-em-gee, I'm in love with these shoes!

These shoes are gorgeous and comfortable to wear! 😍 I got a wine color and caramel color. I get a lot of compliments from people. I told them to look into "Empress." If you noticed more orders from people than usual, you're welcome! LOL! 😆 And oh, please make them in different colors.

Thank you so much!

July 20, 2023
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Beautiful shoes but packaging needs updating.

The shoes are beautiful and fit well on my wide feet. Please update your packaging to eliminate the plastic. My favourite brands deliver in simple paper and cardboard that can all go into the recycling bin.

June 30, 2023
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Reply from Empress

Hi Jolene,

Great to hear that the shoes fit perfectly! Your feedback about the packaging is important to us and we're currently exploring eco-friendly options. We appreciate your support and look forward to continuing to provide you with great products.

Best wishes,
Jennifer

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

These shoes are the first shoes that don’t hurt my feet

These shoes are the first shoes that don’t hurt my feet. I love the soft feel of the shoes, inside and out. It’s like not wearing any shoes at all. The price is very reasonable. Shipment is fairly quick. I just want them in more colors. Royal purple and Lavender, for example. Even a deep forest Green, would be lovely. I already have 6 pair of these wonderful shoes. I’d buy more, in every possible color.

July 18, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disappointed

I have been trying to return shoes to Empress Shoes. Someone finally responded with an address for the return. When I took the shoes to the Post Office I was told the address I had been given was undeliverable.
I do not know what to do next.
July 18 - I was finally able to get an address where I could return the shoes. Returned them today. Hopefully will be getting a refund soon.
This would have been so much easier in the company had a customer service number. Since they don’t my suggestion is that they try to respond to customers in a more timely way.

July 16, 2023
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Reply from Empress

Hi there,

Please accept our sincerest apology for the unsatisfactory experience. I'll be happy to handle your refund personally. Could you please provide me with your order number?

We understand the importance of timely communication and regret any inconvenience this may have caused you.

At Empress Comfort, we strive to provide excellent customer service, and we deeply regret that we fell short of meeting your expectations on this occasion. There were unforeseen circumstances that led to the delay, but we acknowledge that it is not an excuse, and we take full responsibility for our oversight.

Please know that we are taking immediate steps to prevent such delays in the future. We are reviewing our internal processes and communication channels to ensure more efficient and prompt responses to our valued customers like you.

Your time is valuable to us, and we are committed to improving our response time significantly. Going forward, we will prioritize timely communication and aim to provide you with the level of service you deserve.

We look forward to hearing back from you. Thank you so much for your patience.

Kind regards,
Jennifer

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not buy from here, wasted money!

These shoes were unfortunately just terrible quality. I bought two pairs on sale for $90 each. When they arrived, one pair had dust and mold as if they had been sitting in storage for a while, and the shoebox was really scratched up. The shoes themselves are made with cheap material, I could find better shoes for $20 elsewhere. Not at all what I expected for the price unfortunately, and their customer service was extremely hard to work with. I had to email back and forth with them for a week to get a full refund, despite their 365 day guarantee, and they refused to provide a shipping label/address so I could send them back.

July 7, 2023
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Reply from Empress

Hi Emily,

I am truly sorry to hear about your recent experience with our products. We take all feedback very seriously and I appreciate your time in sharing this with us.

Your experience is not in line with our brand's quality standards and I sincerely apologise for this. Our footwear is crafted from premium materials and our intention is to provide shoes that not only look great but also the highest quality.

As for the customer service experience you've had, it is certainly far from the high standard we strive to achieve. I apologize for the confusion and frustration caused by the issues with the return.

I am glad to hear that you received a full refund, but I understand this doesn't compensate for the overall negative experience. Your feedback has been forwarded to the relevant teams to ensure that this doesn't happen in the future.

If there's anything else we can assist you with or any other concerns you'd like to share, please feel free to reach out directly to me.

Best wishes,
Jennifer
support@empresscomfort.com

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The shoes are comfortable and very…

The shoes are comfortable and very versatile. They are great with jeans or a more dressy look.
They worked best with the extra arch support. Without it there was no support whatsoever.
I signed up for messages from Empress and it mentions sales. However, when I go to order shoes at the sale price, the $99 price comes up.
Can you please give us a real sale and I will order more.

July 8, 2023
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