Harmony P.
Love these shoes! Not only are they stylish and goes well with a lot of colours, but they also comfy. The cork inner sole looks like it might not be comfortable but when I tried them on for the first time I was shocked. Nicely designed and love that it doesn't have a stinky shoe smell after a long day. Have recommended these Orba ghost shoes to everyone as I always get comments asking where they are from.
Silvia Z.
Love my shoes. Great fit. Comfy. Great price. And the sustainability factor tops off the win-win-win.
Philippa M.
Love love live my shoes, I have had so many positive compliments when wearing them. They can be worn casual or dressed up.
Alexis Y.
I love my new Orba shoes - they look great, and were super comfy right out of the box. I walk 30mins to work every day and had no issues with rubbing. Plus it feels good knowing that they won’t contribute to waste at the end of their life. I would definitely purchase again.
Angela S.
I bought the slightly bigger size to make sure they are long enough for my fairly narrow feet. So they feel just a little too big. But I think I will get used to them, and them to me. I love the look and I feel proud to wear them and tell others about how it is possible to be a responsible consumer and how doing that each in our own way, makes a difference.
Helen P.
Very comfortable, very lightweight and breathable. Absolutely love them!
Samantha M.
Love them. Look great - got lots of comments first time I wore them - and so great to be able to say they are eco friendly. Also fantastic shoe for fitting an orthotic in - usually causal shoes are too low and they don't fit - these are perfect which means if I end up doing a longer walk while at work then my feet don't suffer. Will def buy again
Ruth S.
I love my sneaks! I wore them for a whole day on the second day I got them at a trade show. On my feet all day and they were great , no sore feet just very tired ones! Great shoes!
Sarah N.
I love my new Orba's! They are so classy and well made. They are work-appropriate and comfortable. I'm really chuffed. Thank you!
Shirley O.
Very very comfortable
Adjusting the laces to remove or put on shoe takes a little extra time
Cassie A.
So instantly comfy and love how good they look while being good for
Anna T.
Stylish, comfortable and all with feel-good materials. What’s not to love? So many compliments on them too!
Britta v.
Love my Orbas, so much so, that I bought a second pair!
Emily D.
The Orbas are comfy and stylish. I love wearing them to work and in the weekends. And I feel so good about the fact that they are low impact on the environment.
Michelle C.
Only worn a couple of days so far but liking them so far. Thought they felt a bit stiff and might need slowly wearing in so had another pair of shoes with me to change into. But worn a full work day (in hospital so mostly on my feet) and didn't have to change shoes! Was quite surprised and happy
Fiona B.
My orba shoes are my go to- everyday for work, heading out, dress up or dress down. Super comfortable, and they wear really well. And most of all, I love that they are made from nature.
Bronwyn E.
A friend told me about Orba shoes so when I needed a new pair of smart, casual white shoes I researched Orba and bought a pair because their sustainability and earth-friendly production is really important to me. They arrived the next day which was impressive in fully recyclable packaging. I knew they were going to be comfortable because every review I read commented on their comfort value. It's true!!! I have worn them every day, no blisters, great on a big walk I did yesterday, fine in the rain and I love sharing with my friends that they will decompose when they are worn out. Love that Orba is a NZ brand!! Go Orba!!!!
Claire S.
My feet enjoy a wider fit, so I went a size bigger and they are perfect. I love them!
Sara C.
Beautiful shoes, super comfy and great ethos thank you Orba!
Mela H.
The shoes are exactly what I wanted - a sneaker to wear with pants or dresses.
At first a little stiff, but already after a couple more days they are super comfortable! I am so stoked to have a shoe I don't have to worry about at end of its life (although that is hopefully a few years away still)
Also loved that it came with the pretty tote - its been my everyday spare bag to pack my activity gear or go shopping. Very happy.
Lakesha H.
I love my orbas !! I have only ever worn high top chuck taylor shoes for years now as they are the only shoes i could find that were super comfy.
I bought my orbas a few weeks ago and ive been wearing them almost everyday since i got them, they are true to size, comfortable and best of all they are made from sustainable materials that can biodegrade once you are done with them ❤️ 10/10 for these shoes
Renate P.
I am enjoying my orba- shoes, they look great and are very comfortable. I haven’t worn them for longer walks so far out of lack of opportunity, but definitely haven’t got any reservations about it.
Ann R.
A bit stiff to start, great within a couple of days. I wear them all the time, they are very kind to my feet.
Kiri
I got the wrong size and if I had wanted to swapping them out would have been simple but I gifted them to a friend who finds them super comfy and stylish !
Ana W.
Really pleased with my purchase. They are very comfortable and I like the cork inner sole. Although a slightly larger fit, it has enough toe room to wear warmer socks during the cooler months. I wear my Orbas most days because i love them.
Jamie H.
I absolutely love these shoes they’re so comfortable to all day, whether that is standing or walking.
I did worry about the colour being so light, but able to wash off any stains with ease.
I recommend to absolutely anyone
Lucila L.
Loved the packaging and the shoes. So happy to know they will leave no trace. Perfect shoe for my biodegradable clothing
Jackie P.
Loving these shoes. They are really comfortable and I absolutely love that they can be composted at home once I’ve worn them out.
Sue M.
I love my new Orba shoes, especially because they are so comfortable, look great and are kind to our world.
Vanessa M.
Great shoes, super comfortable!
Amanda R.
I bought these shoes wanting to support a great business initiative, but suspected that I'd probably have to compromise on comfort in the process. WRONG! From the first wear, I have padded happily around in my ghosts and confidently recommend them to others. Curious to know if you are working on a high-top model...?
Emily A.
I love them so much that I bought a pair for my mum!
I sized up as I have very wide feet and they fit perfectly. They’re an ultra-comfortable shoe that I can wear all day.
Ruth J.
Very happy with my purchase. So comfortable from the first day I wore them.
Button B.
These are by far the best shoes I've ever owned! My daughter and I bought a pair each, and I couldn't be happier. Her feet run wide while mine are narrow, and these fit my feet perfectly. The cork sole in incredibly comfortable, and the canvas fabric is flexible but also supportive. When ordering, I had my daughter size my pair up and I think this was best since they fit perfectly, while they might have been a bit snug if they were my true size.
Button B.
I think overall the shoes are great and comfortable. My only issue is that my feet are on the wider side, and the width of the shoe seems to be on the narrower side. Despite them being narrow for my feet, the fabric of the shoe is quite flexible, and doesn't hurt the sides of my feet like other narrow shoes have done in the past. If Orba were to come out with a wider fit option, I would definitely make a purchase since the shoe itself is really comfortable.
Amy H.
Great looking shoe, feel comfortable, will be interested to see how long they last. I have wide feet which push out near the top of my foot. This is usually where the fabric comes away from the sole. It will be interesting to see how long these last!
Cynthia A.
Love the look and comfort of these shoes but especiallly love the sustainability.
Aimee G.
Exceptional customer service and the returns process is flawless
Caitlin J.
Shoes are great! They only took one or two wears to wear in and since then have been a perfect comfortable fit. I found it better to re-lace them as I prefer straight lacing, and I can easily slip them off an on without retying. Super happy with them and they go with every outfit!
Anna S.
I’m thrilled with my new Orbas. The environmental story is a big part of why I purchased but I am delighted that they also look super cool, and are really comfortable. I’ve worn them many times since I got them with no wearing in necessary. The full neutral off white canvas look is excellent with many outfits. Overall a great buy.
Izzy E.
Love them. Comfy from the first wear. Able to dress up or down. Would purchase again!
Kate F.
This is my second pair of Orba shoes. I have just worn out my first pair, they finally got a split in the sole and my feet didn't like it when it rained! I have now purchased a size 43 and I am a size 11 womens. My previous pair was a 42 and I am enjoying more room in my new pair. I have wide feet. I will never buy another casual shoe again, Orbas for life!
Things I love about Orbas:
1. I am a vegan and it is super hard to get vegan shoes that fit me. Orba shoes do use beeswax though.
2. They stay really clean for white shoes.
3. You can wear them with a range of outfits and dress them up or down.
3. You can return them when they wear out to be composted.
4. NZ eco business.
5. Really comfortable and nice to wear.
Shayna R.
I had my eye on them for a while and have not been disappointed. They’re very comfortable, feel durable and look great. If you’re wanting sustainable footwear and love supporting NZ small businesses I highly recommend Orba shoes!!
Leah R.
I've only worn them for a couple of weeks, but I am happy so far! My feet are wide which makes them an in-between size 38-39. Based on other reviews, I sized up to 39 and I don't think that was the right choice for me. On the bright side, they have required no breaking in! We'll see if I regret the choice later once they are worn in more... The quality is nice, it gives hand-made vibes which is cool. The laces are a little hard to loosen and tighten so take a little longer to take on and off, but again that may improve with time :)
Kelsey T.
Love these shoes! Discovered them thru an ad on Instagram and love the ethos behind them. Bought a pair and they're so cool my husband decided he needed a pair too!
They're quite stiff to begin with and take slightly longer to loose up than other shoes I've owned but once they do they're very comfortable.
Nadine W.
Loved the idea of a shoe leaving no trace but when i put them on my feet, whoo hoo, super comfy too! Love everything about these shoes and will be kitting out the rest of the family too. Go buy some - you wont regret it!!!!
Chloe W.
Loved the service from the team, they clean up easily too. Can't wait to see more colours!
Rachael B.
I'm so pleased I have these shoes a go. They snugl on my feet and super comfortable. I've been recommending them to everyone.
jolene b.
LOVE these shoes!
I struggle to find shoes to wear all day for work but my Orba shoes are so comfortable and I’ve had so many compliments on them.
Will definitely be buying another pair for myself and my teen girls.
Would love them in a black one day.
Leimomi O.
Love these shoes! Wore them every day for 5 weeks in Europe, walking an average of 20,000 steps each day. They were fabulous on every surface, from cobblestones to Roman roads. Great arch support, the cork insoles moulded to my feet perfectly, and no blisters even on days over 30 degrees!
Megan P.
Got to finally wear them out today. Love the look of them and super comfortable so far. Really like the idea behind them and hope more colours are coming.
Beth C.
Love these shoes! I had to air them for a couple of weeks as initial rubber smell was strong, but this soon calmed down. My only criticism is that because lace eyelets are stitched, not metal, the laces don't run through so smoothly, but the fact they are able to break down completely more than makes up for that small issue.
They fit true to size and are super- comfortable.
Highly recommended !
Susananh S.
Love the look - light and neutral without being artificially white. And I love the story of course. Local company and biodegradable at the end of it all!
Nicola M.
So good. Ethical and enviro friendly. Only suggestion is a design change. Tongue to short and back of heel too soft. Love these sneakers.
Ellie H.
Love the look of my Orba's - a cool alternative to the standard white glossy sneaker
Lottie S.
Comfortable from the get go, absolute dream to wear. Theyre lovely and light, breathable and a really good fit. I have small narrow feet and typically wear a 36.5, sized down to to 36 (thanks to an easy return policy) and they fit perfectly. Bring out another colour and I'll be back for more!
Alex F.
Great treads! Impressive soles and comfy inner cork. Quick to wear in. The upper is quite soft and moveable.
Ingrid C.
Great, really smart shoes! Quite firm laces to start with but better that than too loose.
I’m really impressed by how they look and how comfy they were straight out the box!
Will definitely be buying another pair!
Lou D.
Love my orba sneaks! Comfortable, look great, and stylish from day one. Really happy with my purchase. ❤️
Kerrie O.
Love the colour and texture. A little stiff at first but after a couple of wears they have loosened and are super comfy. Would definitely re-purchase!
Jenny D.
Proud to wear these shoes. Bio-degradable! Thank you for so carefully considering the needs of our planet as well as people's desire to look and feel good.
They really do look smart and chic. I've worn them through the streets of Paris and Lyon and felt great in them.
My sister now has a pair and have bought a pair each for my two son's partners.
Thank you Orba.
Jenny Devine
Sean F.
I love them! From the well thought out packaging, the easy returns process, and the quick delivery of my swapped size!
Kuna S.
At first, I thought the fabric was hard, but once I got used to wearing it, I didn't care about it anymore. I like the colour of nature.
Jess H.
Very pleased to find these shoes. They're a classic shape and go with anything. They are on the firm side which you'd expect from the materials but are otherwise comfortable. This and the fact they arrived with a fairly strong rubber scent are the only reason I'm not giving 5 stars. Great buy!
Leah W.
Love them! Already onto my 3rd pair because I wear them everyday
Kiri K.
Soooo comfy and stylish
Karen S.
Very comfortable, light weight sneaker for summer. Happy with purchase.
Tracey W.
Arrived in a couple of days, great service! Very happy with the shoes - love the look. Have worn them with jeans as well as a skirt. I've done 25k steps on only my third wear, so they're pretty comfortable. Thanks Orba. Will definitely recommend.
Gal M.
Very happy with my new shoes! Broke them in super quickly, very comfortable and a surprisingly good amount of arch support!
Only suggestion is a slightly wider toe box to accommodate wide feet ☺️
Sally O.
Love them! So comfy
Bronwyn
Light and comfortable
Laura P.
More comfortable than expected
Melissa G.
Absolutely love the ethics behind these shoes. That’s why I bought them, and I’ve been pleased with how they feel too. The only thing I’d say is that the photos portray the shoes as just off-white, but the shoes themselves are definitely more cream-coloured.
Lisa C.
I'll send another review but with a photo later
Chloe M.
I love my Orba shoes! The delivery arrived super quickly, I think within a day or two, and then they came with a sweet note and a tote bag which was a nice touch. The shoes themselves are beautiful, great for smart casual at the office or weekend wear, and they are nice and comfy! They are on the larger side for size but only a smidge, and after a week of wearing them they have softened up and I love them. Great brand to support, thanks team!
Kate M.
Well made, affordable (generous discount which I’ve shared widely), local and 100% sustainable. Great fit, super comfortable, could wear all day from day one with no discomfort. Wear for work or play. Great value for money. Easy to order and prompt delivery. And finally, LOCALLY made, not in some sweatshop far away where human rights come second to cheap fashion. Excited to support this business. What’s not to like?
Katie B.
These shoes are exactly what I was looking for in a stylish, smart-casual sneaker. Lovely to wear, look good and awesome that they've got such an ethical & sustainable back story
Rebecca B.
A little heavier than I'm used to, but super comfy and like the look! Especially like that they're not going to be around longer than me.
Shirley S.
A funky and comfortable pair of shoes! Most of all, I love the ethic under which they are constructed, and the responsibility of the company for the lifetime of the shoe. Thanks Orba.
Lisa C.
Bought a pair of Orba shoes last spring and wore them to death. Loved them so much that I have just bought my second pair. Will keep these ones for mucking around in, and then I will buy another pair to keep for better wear. Such comfortable shoes that I can dress up, or dress down!
Alice L.
Great shoes! At first I thought they would be too stiff but they were comfortable from the first wear, no wearing in and no blisters. Looks great too!
Jaime V.
Comfy, sturdy, and love knowing they’ll be taken care of at the end of their wearable life
Amber W.
Amazing comfortable shoes. I wish I'd discovered these earlier because they are so simple and absolutely so divine to wear. Truly will be repurchasing these because I think they're so sustainable and work with most of my outfits. I love them!
Julia F.
Love the look. Got on sale so really competitive pricing compared to similar brands. Perhaps a wee bit hard to clean
Sue N.
I was on a flight to Timaru when I read a small article about Orba shoes. I was very impressed by the values behind making fully compostable shoes and thought ....they are for me. As soon as I landed and had wi-fi I ordered a pair. I have not been dissapointed they are very comforable and look great. As a larger size I always expect fit problems but there were just right, so great I even ordered a second pair by mistake. After a couple of misunderstandings the customer service was great and the 2nd pair of shoes returned home.... unfortunately not my home but I can see future pairs in my life.
Alistair K.
Awesome shoe! Great concept! thanks!
Millie F.
Such great shoes! Really comfy and look nice for casual or something a bit nicer. Love to know that I’m helping the planet with them too
Stef A.
Love these shoes. Both stylish and comfortable! I wear them daily.
Jade C.
I love how these shoes are plastic free! I exclusively wear these to work now. However, I wish you did half sizes as I found these were a tad big for my feet and I find the laces really hard to tighten.
Jenny R.
I love my Orba shoes. They're really comfortable and the fact that they are sustainably made from compostable plant products was a big draw card.
maia D.
They’re perfect - I just need them in blaaack pls
Ruby R.
I bought a pair for myself and a pair for my partner - she loves these! So happy with the look and fit and the comfort!
Ruby R.
Really love these! I’ve worn them around a bit and love how they look and feel. Comfy and well-shaped in the inner sole, and so good for the planet! Recommending these to everyone!
Sophie M.
Absolutely LOVE these shoes! I’ve been wearing Orbas for two years now and they are my go-to! Super comfy, go with almost anything, and what an awesome kaupapa!!
Laura C.
So comfy! Go with every outfit, and being environmentally friendly makes me love them more. Definitely recommend!
Roanna J.
I loved how these shoes arrived with minimal packaging! Shipping was also quite speedy.
The shoes themselves are lovely. They look great casual or smart casual for work. When I first put them on I was worried they were a little big (I am usually a 7.5) but they are absolutely fine with a thicker sock.
On the first wear they were a little stiff for about 15 mins of walking but then they were so comfortable I forgot I was wearing new shoes. No blisters!
I would recommend this sustainable shoe choice to anyone.
Laurel M.
More than good to find shoes made from natural products. Like that we can wear them with anything and they look smart.
Amanda C.
Love the thought that my foot print is kind on the planet.
Madison Z.
Great everyday shoes! A little extra care needed for cleaning but worth it for the sustainable factor.
