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Mephisto's signature Soft-Air construction elevates the comfort of a low platform wedge with a contoured footbed lined in velvety suede. Adjustable straps with decorative buckles assure a custom fit and versatile warm-weather appeal.
- 2 1/2" heel; 1" platform; 1 1/2" slope (size 9)
- Adjustable hook-and-loop straps with decorative buckles
- Contoured footbed with arch support
- Leather upper and lining/synthetic sole
- Made in Portugal or France
- Item #5284181
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Mephisto
The mission of Mephisto is to comfort the soles of the world. Martin Michaeli founded the luxe comfort-shoe brand in 1965, and he still owns and operates Mephisto from its headquarters in Sarrebourg, France. Loyal fans worldwide consider their handcrafted Mephisto shoes to be an investment in the health and comfort of their feet, backs and legs—often getting years of wear from each pair.
Most helpful positive review
Mar 6, 2026
gotten worse?
They are true to size IF you know your euro size and follow Mephisto’s size chart - which has my euro size 39 as a US 9 (whereas I usually wear an 8 in shoes). So, yes, size up if you are strictly going by US size. I have loved this shoe which I’ve had for 8 years and I noticed the cork wedge is just beginning to crack. Now I see all of the more recent reviews about the cork completely deteriorating and falling apart. So appears they’ve gotten worse. I was okay that a few cracks appeared after 8 years but I’m not okay with these recent photos. So I’ve loved this shoe but am afraid to reorder it, sadly.
CeceAnne
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Most helpful critical review
Jan 3, 2026
Wedge sole crumbled
Loved this comfortable shoe until the cork heel just disintegrated. After maybe wearing 20 times, I was walking across a parking lot and the heel on the left shoe slowly crumbled with each step. I couldn’t believe it with this brand. Looked at reviews and saw where others had the exact same problem. I want to get another pair but too risky. Buyer beware.
KiaoraKimber
Verified purchase
Reposted from nordstrom.com
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CeceAnne
Reposted from nordstrom.com
Mar 6, 2026
gotten worse?
They are true to size IF you know your euro size and follow Mephisto’s size chart - which has my euro size 39 as a US 9 (whereas I usually wear an 8 in shoes). So, yes, size up if you are strictly going by US size. I have loved this shoe which I’ve had for 8 years and I noticed the cork wedge is just beginning to crack. Now I see all of the more recent reviews about the cork completely deteriorating and falling apart. So appears they’ve gotten worse. I was okay that a few cracks appeared after 8 years but I’m not okay with these recent photos. So I’ve loved this shoe but am afraid to reorder it, sadly.
KiaoraKimber
Reposted from nordstrom.com
Verified purchase
Jan 3, 2026
Wedge sole crumbled
Loved this comfortable shoe until the cork heel just disintegrated. After maybe wearing 20 times, I was walking across a parking lot and the heel on the left shoe slowly crumbled with each step. I couldn’t believe it with this brand. Looked at reviews and saw where others had the exact same problem. I want to get another pair but too risky. Buyer beware.
Sunshine 5678
Reposted from nordstrom.com
Oct 17, 2025
Shoe literally crumbled
This shoe was super cute and I've worn it maybe a handful of times over the past couple years. Went to put it on today and it was crumbling under my foot. For what I paid for this shoe, it should not have crumbled.
Listenlinda
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Verified purchase
Sept 15, 2025
Not happy
I’m very disappointed about color and materials.
I will return it.
DanielleHJ
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Verified purchase
Aug 28, 2025
Totally Disintegrated In First Five Uses
Design defect! Do not buy! Although I love Nordstrom (Icon/Ambassador level shopper here) am I really disappointed over these shoes. Like others have said, the cork disintegrates after only a few wears, if that. My cork disintegrated while I was walking down a busy, city street in these shoes, after only wearing a handful of times. This is not the quality we expect from Nordstrom or Mephisto, especially at this price point for sandals. Mephisto or Nordstrom should be reimbursing at full price for anyone unlucky enough to have purchased these shoes that have an obvious design defect/material defect. Who do we call to get reimbursed?
Vickytovar
Reposted from nordstrom.com
Verified purchase
Aug 17, 2025
terrible quality -lasted less than 10 wears
The cork breaks down after a few uses. It practically disintegrates. I should have listed to the previous reviews before I bought these sandals. I really liked how they fit and look though.




