Claire Women's 1940's Oxfords Wide (Black)

I was skeptical of a true women’s “wide” width which is a standard men’s “D” more or less … with that being said these are true to size with a wide toe box but not too wide in the heel. I wear a 9 wide and these really were perfect. They were comfortable right out of the box and the heel height is similar to a western boot height and as such I had no discomfort in the ball of the foot, ankle or knees. I did a fair amount of walking in these running errands without blisters, irritation or pain straight out of the box in thin wool tights. I was prepared for some disappointment because vintage reproduction usually are just ok but not great. These are worth the money and I can tell the soles are solid and you will get A LOT of wear out of this if well maintained. If AD makes more wide styles I would not hesitate to invest the money.

I’ve been watching AD shoes for some years, knowing that with my very wide feet, there was not a chance of their standard B width fitting me. I was delighted for both them and for myself that they had grown enough to try a run of wide shoes, but ordered conservatively as for me, even a D width can be marginal. I just received my Claire’s yesterday. I measure a Braddock 10.5 WW so I ordered the 11 W and could not be happier. They are quite comfortably roomy over wool stockings and the heel is incredibly stable. They will be perfect with tartan and tweed and I can start to look like the vintage librarian I’ve always behaved like.

I read the reviews on the originals and danced with the idea of the pre-order wides for a while. My partner bit the bullet for me and ordered some. It's so hard to find vintage shoes, let alone recreations, in my size but in a wide?! I already struggle with vintage styles so these were a godsend.
I got them yesterday and wore them all day today to work and for a date. 10/10. I can't explain how beautifully made or perfectly fit these are. I didn't think there was any way they would be as comfy as people say but they truly are. I didn't have any pain or foot fatigue at all and didn't feel wobbly or have unsure footing all day. They're a little expensive if you're used to basic tennis shoes like I am, but so so worth it!! I LOVE these!
For anyone considering these, they fit true to size, don't pinch around the toes, and are a great width. They aren't wide with a super narrow upper either. The leather is so so soft and they're gorgeous in person. I can't recommend these shoes highly enough!