Stef F.
I work in hospo so comfy, breathable shoes are a must, and these tick the box! The fabric upper softens up really nicely after a couple wears, no blisters or sore spots at all (and I normally suffer with new shoes as I have wide feet). Super stoked!
Caroline M.
Great comfortable shoe. No wearing in was needed (I usually get blisters with new shoes). Love the look, so versatile, I can wear them with anything!
Hope D.
Super comfy! They can be a little tight to get on and off because the material doesn’t have any stretch to it, but they are very comfy - was able to wear straight away with no blisters :)
Nicola R.
Love them, super comfy, colours good not being white although my dog stood on them already, im better with another colour but i still love them and the fact they are compostable is amazing.....my son is trying to steal my 2nd pair....
Shelly l.
Very cozy, fashionable and go with my style! Bumped into one of my friends at uni and she was wearing them too!!!!
Angela W.
Very comfortable and look great!
Pru D.
Very comfortable shoe. It is quite heavy. Was planning to travel with them but might rethink that.
Amy R.
I love love love these shoes, they are so cute and you can bury them in your garden which just seems like an absolutely insane bit of technology. There customer service is also 10/10.
Annie M.
Bloody love these shoes - comfortable from the first wear and look great!! I have long feet and they run a tiny bit large but I suspect a smaller size would be a little tight so I am happy with the size. Will absolutely be buying these again :)
Shona M.
Instantly comfortable and wore them all day on first try. I really like the slim-line appearance of the shoe - quite dressy. In fact, I was surprised they were so comfortable, given that slim line.
It also feels good to know that these shoes will end up back in the soil rather than a landfill.
Looking forward to seeing a colour range soon, I hope.
Lauren O.
A great investment!
Ruth M.
Love these shoes! Go with everything and super comfy for office or weekend. They were a bit stiffer than I thought they be but this doesn't make them any less comfy. Awesome shoes!
Julian P.
All the women in our family now have a pair and they love them and cannot wait for the new colours.
When will the men's pairs be available ?
Jacinda T.
These shoes are INCREDIBLE. They are hands down the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn. Their temperature control is insane (better than All Birds!) and go with everything I own. These are seriously the only sneakers you need.
Brooke M.
These shoes were comfy from the moment I got them out of the box. No need to wear them in like other shoes.
I love them and have told lots of friends about how good they are.
Catherine B.
Love these shoes. Look great and so comfortable. Walked and stood around Wellington for 6hrs and still felt comfortable.
Spilt
Helen
My new favourite shoes!!
I was unsure how the shoes would feel on, however, I wore them for a whole day straight out of the box without any socks on and they were the comfiest shoes I've worn in a long time! These have fast become a favourite in my wardrobe and I wouldn't hesitate in recommending them to others. These shoes are well made, durable and provide all day comfort.
Eraena C.
Very Comfy Thank you
Anita W.
Love the fit, love the style, these are great! A little stiff to start with, but they've softened up fast and were never actually uncomfortable despite the stiffness. I feel so satisfied every time I wear them (every day), knowing they'll break down. They've been such a conversation starter - I'm in love!
Jessica M.
Very comfortable, look great and I just love the attention to detail that has gone into the sustainability of all the materials! Fashion does not need to be at the sacrifice of the planet. Well done team Orba!!
Margaret B.
I enjoyed your advertising, your process and also love the shoes themselves.
They are comfortable, they look good, and they are biodegradable in process and product.
Jennie K.
Love these sneakers. Look great and they are super comfortable. The new price is awesome.
I would describe them as a narrower than average fit. But this works for me as I have narrow feet.
Sarah G.
Loving these shoes, they are so comfortable, look great and it's such a good feeling knowing they are sustainable and biodegradable.
Natalie N.
Awesome job by the design team to get the perfect balance of comfort, style and sustainability! I love that I can throw them on with anything and be so comfortable all day - the cork inner sole is amazing. Really need a pair in black :)
Tessa G.
These shoes are the best! Comfy, supportive and cute. Go on!
Jane P.
Perfect in length but rather wide in the forefoot for me.
I like the fact that your feet don't get hot as they can with synthetic sneakers.
Dannielle J.
The most comfortable shoes
These sneakers are super comfortable with none of the pinching or heel-chafing stiffness of other new sneakers. They look great and smell great - no nasty plasticky odours. I've done a good few kms in them already, and am still 100% positive about them. Will definitely be buying these again. I think they were slightly longer in the toe than I would expect from a size 40.
Karolyn B.
Great shoes with fast delivery
Love the shoes and professional experience ..... thanks !!
Janene S.
Good value in every way
Love the ethos. Today wore my Orba Ghost shoes for the first time and am delighted to say they look great, were a little stiff initially but comfortable and easy to wear. I had to exchange the first pair I purchased as I'd ordered the wrong size and the exchange process was very smooth, easy and efficient. I think I'll be wearing these a lot and am just thrilled to be supporting something like this. Congratulations on the awards - well deserved.
Grecia Mc.
Women's Ghost Sneaker
chu c.
Nice
Nice shoes, it would be perfect if the shoes come in size 35,
Annelisa U.P
Amazing
They look amazing! Sam was great, as I ordered a size too small, and he sorted me out. They were a topic of conversation at a party. I won't be buying other brands now as my cool shoes. So love it that it is locally designed and supports communities overseas.
Nicky E.
Great colour, laces stiff but will loosen I'm sure with wear.
Renee
Comfortable AND Cute
The cork insole is so comfortable, even after all day wear. Wore these shoes the first time for over 10 hours and there was no rubbing on the heel or tightness. Just perfect.
Cindy C.
Women's Ghost Sneaker
Sue Z.
Very happy Orba wearer
My shoes are very comfortable to wear - a great pairing of style and comfort. Stiff at first they are softening and becoming even more suitable for my feet. Soles have great grip.
Miriam R.
Gray shoes! Absolutely love them. Have notice the fabric is already starting to appear form the lining where my toe bends the shoes. That’s the only negative so far
Marg D
I really love these shoes
Apart from loving the fact these shoes are biodegradable I really like the fit, texture and comfort of these shoes, the first pair I ordered were too big but the process to return and exchange for a smaller fit was incredibly easy and cost me nothing. Weird (but nice) observation, there is no horrible chemical smell with them, they remind me of how sneakers used to smell years ago.
fiona mc.
fabulous shoes
well made, fit perfect and pleased that there is no plastic. thank you
Emily M.
first pair of Orba shoes
Happy with fit and comfort
Kim M.
I love them. They are very comfortable. Knowing they are biodegradable makes me happy.
My feet were narrow but as I get older (I'm 72), they got flatter and they are now of average width.
I replaced the Orba insoles with my own orthodics.
Cushla Fi.
So comfy
Really comfy shoes, nice and minimal
Frances P.
Really nice shoe, the sides are fairly solid which can make getting them on a bit hard but haven't had any issues with breaking them in. Would highly recommend
Sam
Comfortable shoes
Look great and easy to wear
Rebecca D.
Stylish and eco-friendly!
I'm loving wearing my new Orba shoes. They were a little stiff to start with but have quickly softened up. I love that they look great and I can also feel good wearing them knowing I'm doing something positive for the planet.
Theresa K.F
Summer shoes
Very happy with my sneakers. Just what I was looking for.
Helen B.
Still trying them but had them on for a number of hours this week and feet were ok - just felt like a little rubbing but there wasn't actually any skin damage.
Belynda
Super Orba Ghost Sneakers
Great length fit, quite stiff to start with but are loosening up. Super cool, I'm so glad I purchased a pair! Thanks
Jo G.
Great
They are quite firm and will take some time to wear in. Love the look of them.
Sheryal T.
Great biodegradable sneakers
I found the sneakers I ordered a little large but have kept them to wear with thicker sox's in winter
Robyn V
Orbaliscous
Very pleased with my orba’s great communication with team- very keen to support the NZ design into sustainable footwear a big motivation for purchase.
Nice fit, feel and look
Tino pai te mahi!
Jo M.
Good looking
I haven’t worn these much yet so can’t comment on how they will soften. The laces are annoyingly firm and it’s difficult to tension them but they will break in I suppose.
David
Stylish
Totally comfortable from the first wear. Excellent fit. No blisters. I love the classic styling. Get yourself a pair.
Mike C.
Can't wait to show my Orbas off.
Just love them to bits. They’re light. Perfect fit. And I adore the natural colour.
Kristin M.
Awesome shoes
They are super comfortable and look great. Very happy with my shoes. It also feels good to be supporting people and planet with this purchase. Recyclable and minimal packaging was nice to see too.
Sylvia C
Beautifully shaped shoe and was really surprised how comfortable they were from the first wear. I’m really proud to wear a shoe that has been produced so sustainability.
Barbara L.
Women's Ghost Sneaker
Victoria F.
Amazing comfort
From the first moment I put these shoes on and stepped in them I was amazed… comfort, look, sustainable products…. These shoes have it all!
B.T
Highly recommend.
Great quality, and perfect fit. Really comfortable from the first wear. Didn't need breaking in.
Katie L.
Great shoes!
Rawe color, love the idea behind them. Take a little bit of wearing in to suit your foot shape but happy with the end result. Thanks team!
Kathrin S.
Pretty fly for a (off) white guy!
Well these were quite something. Wasn’t 100% sure until I put them on and they seem to have captured the old school cut - not too narrow and not too wide. Instantly comfortable and only blister came after about a solid 8 hours in them walking around Wellingtown. I must say that although I’m not against paying a lot for a good pair of shoes it felt better on the pocket to have scored these at a crazy discount over the New Year and would be good to see them at a lower price point moving forward. Maybe the more you sell, and if you introduce different colour ways, you might be able to do that? Overall, very impressed.
Anita C.
A nice classic white shoe
A really nice classic tennis shoe, love the off-white colour and that it is biodegradable shoe
I am a 6.5 US and I went for the 38 because of the guide on the website but I should have gotten a 37 as they run slightly larger
I'm the kind of person who likes to slip them on and off without untying the laces and the only thing is they're really annoying to slip off, because the canvas is really tough.
Jenny C.
Great looking and very comfortable.
Plenty of room in the toe which is good for hot days. I love the off-white colour. I didn't find the shoelaces easy to pull through to tighten or loosen so I put in a pair of round laces. Perfect now.
Stancy K.
Women's Ghost Sneaker
Neil
On Trend
Very happy with the shoes. I was told by my office's fashion expert that they were "on point". It would be the first time in many years I had heard that!
Beryl K.
Awesome shoes
Just received these shoes and they are so comfortable and look great.
Jo D.
Awesome :)
I was excited to learn about these because of the ethics and sustainability, but had been worried about ordering the right size without trying them on first. I have quite narrow, long feet and often struggle to find shoes. Very glad I went ahead and ordered them anyway, as they are comfortable, great looking and fit perfectly!
Abby P.
The dreamiest shoe ever
I’m so happy with these shoes, they are stylish, the colour is perfect, they are incredibly sustainable and I cannot stop talking about them and the incredible materials they are made from. I really see these being a shoe I will continue to buy in the future! So so happy
Hayley M.
Feels great knowing I am not creating a mess fro my children to deal with in years to come. Shoes a little stiff but I imagine they will soften up with wear.
Tania P.
Just what I hoped for
Thrilled with shoe, classic style and high comfort.
Louisa A.
Love my new sneakers
These are the perfect white sneakers and I'm so happy to support this NZ business. They are really comfy, fit well and look really good.
Nicola
Fantastic Sneakers
I am extremely pleased with my sneakers, they are very comfortable and look great on. Highly recommend
Bronwyn N.
Comfortable and with heart
Comfortable shoes, with the added benefit of knowing they are not going to end in the landfill at the end of their useful life.
I purchased these when I saw someone promoting them, and I was looking for some white/neutral shoes. They are perfect!
The laces are a bit tight to start with but they are loosening up with wear. Didn't get blisters either, though I have made sure to wear socks. Have worn on wet ground and found the soles to be grippy/not slippery.
Would definitely recommend and purchase again once these come to their end.
Elizabeth
Nice shoes! Comfy, could wear them straight away with no discomfort or blisters. They're a little bit stiff, but it's not really a problem. Bit of a change having the eyelet holes stitched instead of plastic, but it just means the laces need a touch more force than I'm used to. Overall awesome shoes! I'm likely to replace these with another pair in a few years when they wear out.
Pragya
Love my orba's
So stoked with these sneakers! They look and fit great. I really like that they are a natural white - just the right colour for me as it goes with everything and feels light and summery. Also love that the insoles can be removed so that my orthotics can slot in there instead.
Been telling everyone about these shoes!
Bonnie S.
Super comfortable
Really love these - they are so comfortable and look great. Flattering on the ankle as well :)
Gldlynch
New Kicks and Two Pricks = Ready for Summer!
I love my Orba Ghosts! I feel like I'm ready for summer (and beyond)!
This is my first time buying shoes online... They fit well and are light!
On top of all the aroha and mahi that went into the key sustainable elements, I really like the off-white colour - it gives it an authentic, classic flair, like they've already been worn-in. The design is unique too - they don't look like anything else I've seen in magazines, social media, etc. The stitched sole is great - it's a promise for longevity.
Overall, two very big thumbs up and fine holiday fun. Thank you Orba!
Megan H.
Love them so
So comfy, go with everything, a great feel good purchase.
Rosemarie D.
The shoe that makes sense
I love the eco story, NZ company that responds to queries personally, textured off white canvas hides light soiling and breathed, compact style doesn't make my feet look big. Thoroughly recommending to my friends. My husband now has a pair too.
Frances T.
Women's Ghost Sneaker
Stephanie P.
Sustainable and Stylish!
I love my shoes! They look great, feel great and I love the ethos of the business and how sustainable they are too. They are super comfy to walk in and look great with basically every single outfit, I couldn’t recommend them more!
Ananda C.
Women's Ghost Sneaker
Iona S.
so good
My partner and I got a pair each and we love them so much. Highly recommend.
Kim L.
Super happy with Orba!
The first thing I noticed was that the shoes didn’t have the usual synthetic smell and when I put them on they felt comfortable straight away. The canvas creates a nice texture and the colour looks great - it’s an off-white, not too stark. I think it will work with lots of different clothing colours.
The shape of the shoe is modern and the sole a good height. I’m really pleased with all this, and then there’s the outstanding environmental credentials!! So happy with them
Chelsea P.
So Comfy
These shoes are amazing! I put them on when they first arrived and then went shopping, i didn't even notice that i had brand new shoes on, they were just so comfortable and they look and fit great.
I've only had them for a short while but i find the laces a bit hard to undo still, they seem to stick to each other a bit.
Marayke B.
Comfy as!
Love them so far, they feel super sturdy. Looking forward to more colourways!
Celina
Very good shoes
It feels great wearing the shoes knowing that they are invirmental and I loveeeee the soul of the shoe 10/10 super comfortable
Kayla
Very good
The shoes are very good quality and I feel great knowing I'm putting nutrition back into the earth, they look good and feel good, very happy with them.
Shay L.
Love these shoes and what they stand for
Excuse the pun but omg love these shoes. They are right on trend in terms of style, comfortable and have a responsible end of life.
Marie M.
Pretty comfy and I love the smart casual look of the linen , however the tongue slips to the side and in the top fabric has loosened and crinkled along the crease line. Not sure if that will happen on rest of shoe as it wears. Hope not.
Tesh R.
Very funky, comfy shoes!
I really like these Orba shoes - they have a unique look and are super comfortable to wear. I love that they'll fully biodegrade once I'm done wearing them too, such an awesome concept. Nice work team, I'll be recommending them to friends!
Emma W.
Love them!
Epic pair of shoes and can wear them to work every day!
Amanda J.
Very comfortable and light
Jude
Love these shoes
Shoes fit perfectly; so well thought out, from packaging - was like unwrapping a beautiful gift.
Shoes incredibly comfortable and look really smart. Thank you.
Would love to see a black pair - please.
Peter R.
Pete’s awesome shoes
Great to wear
Brigid H.
Love mine so much I ordered my husband a pair
not only do they look good but are also really comfy with the cork inner sole, love the packaging too, they even smell good!
I’m very happy with this colour but husband looking forward to seeing some colour options, I think he’s more an green olive or dark green kind of guy
Graham B.
Women's Ghost Sneaker
Lizzie D.
The best shoes
I have owned my orbas for a couple months now and am truely impressed! They are super easy to clean and are my go to shoe choice whenever I wear jeans. Worth every penny
