I’ve been meaning to share this with you guys for a while now, so I’m coming on here quick today to do just that.
A few weeks ago, I purchased a pair of Steve Madden Ecentrcq Slip-On Sneakers after seeing them around here and there and really liking the look.
I purchased them online, without having had the chance to try them on in store, but the reviews I did read said to size up a little bit, so I sized up half a size.
When they arrived, I was quite surprised to see that the extra half size was definitely nowhere near big enough, and not only were they tight, but I also found them super stiff and uncomfortable. Booo.
So I decided to return them and chalk it up to a loss.
Then, I’m in Target about a week later, and I wind up coming across a pair of these Reese Nylon Slip-On Sneakers (Mossimo). They looked super similar to the Steve Maddens, and were $35.00 cheaper (not to mention the extra 5% Red Card discount) so I wound up snagging them right before returning the others!
Mossimo on the LEFT // Steve Madden on the RIGHT
I’ve worn them a couple of times now, including this past weekend (even though it’s not the best picture of them here!), and they really are very comfortable.
Putting them side by side, you can see the similarities and the differences, and honestly, I’d probably still pick the look of the Steve Madden sneakers if I was just going off of visual appeal.
But looking at the whole picture, including comfort and crazy cheaper price, the Mossimo sneakers were definitely the win for me!
How about you guys? Find any good bargains/discounts lately?
Kaitlyn @ Powered by Sass says
Steve Madden seem to run small for me too! I think I tried on those exact sneakers but in beige and they were a no go. I’m all for practicality (and a good bargain) so I’d go for the option on the left overall. There’s nothing worse than walking around in an uncomfortable shoe! – Kaitlyn | http://www.poweredbysass.com
Rachel Schlosser says
I have a pair of those that I got from Forever 21 two years ago, they are “fake” leather so they look more like the Steve Madden ones. I wear them all the time.
Kari says
I actually like the Mossimo ones better. The shiny ones look like a seat in an old Buick…LOL.
Shashaqueefa says
Hah! Old Buick giiiirl you made me holler so loud that chipmonx skidaddled from my jalapeño orchard!
Kari says
Hee Hee!! Brought me right back to an old boyfriend’s car.
Christina says
I found a rose colored pair of the Steve Madden ones at TJ Maxx for $35!!
Shashaqueefa says
I love those Steve Madden once! They look comfy too! My man got me Christian Loobootin heels as an early Birthday gift but the red bottoms got ruined cause it looked like my Maybeline ultra lash cover up wear and tear lipstick got melted on it! Then the Loobootin sticker came off and it said Payless! They sold my man a defunct item. Enjoy your shoes Courtenay! Xoxo
Irene says
That’s interesting! I have the Steve Madden pair and looooove the fit (one size up was perfect for me).
Leena says
DSW has these steve madden shoes for under $40
Courtney says
Haha go figure?!
Laurel says
I got those same shoes from target! They were so comfy and perfect for walking but fell apart after just a few short months!
Kristie W. says
I have two pair of the Steve Madden sneakers (sized up a half size) and love them. Super comfortable and have gone for walks in them too. Bummer they didn’t work out for you, but yay for finding a great dupe. I haven’t found Target shoes that fit me yet. Always too big or small, I could save a small fortune if they worked for me lol!
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