I saw the Isidro Ankle Striped Wedges the other day on Kendi Everyday and fell in love, for obvious reasons. They’re from Payless. I was impressed and surprised. I don’t believe Payless is an inferior brand (I’ve liked a few of their styles over the years), but they are someone I forget about and, yes, on the rare occasion when I do go into Payless stores, the quality and finish leave something to be desired. I haven’t seen these shoes in person, but the materials and finish look good.
Then I noticed the price.
Well, that explains that!
I didn’t realize Payless had taken a page from the Target playbook and started working with established/celebrity designers, nor did I realize their price point had gone up several levels. I’m going to visit my local Payless store to see if the shoes live up to their catalog images and justify the price. (The leather detailing looks a little suspect.) I wonder how well these lines sell for Payless. Would you pay that price for shoes from Payless.
Cute shoes! But unless Payless has a strategic ad campaign to reach a level up on the buying scale, I don’t think they’re going to sell many of those shoes.
I think sending Kendi a free pair is evidence they are!
I totally agree with you.
Those are really cute (I saw them on Kendi Everyday too, and loved them!), but I just can’t justify spending that much on shoes from Payless. Heck, I even have a hard time laying down that much for a pair of quality shoes from a well-respected designer (hello, cheapskate, party of one!). $65 just seems like a lot to pay for shoes that may not last forever. At least Target still sells shoes for under $40…
It’s Payless. I don’t buy designer at Payless. Unless it’s under $25. I sometimes even have a hard time purchasing full price at Payless. I usually scope out a coupon or buy during they BOGO promotions. If I want designer shoes, I will go to that store or Macy’s, Nordstrom’s etc., to purchse them. I just can’t pay $50 or more on one pair of shoes from Payless…
Sadly, I try not to buy shoes from Payless- unless it is a great deal. I have not had enough good experiences to shop there for my shoes- I will hit up Ross or Marshalls first. I just can’t stand the quality and the prices aren’t worth the quality to me, at least. But for other shoppers who want the name brand and don’t mind the sacrifice of quality- it is a great business move and I think they’ll end up making a killing doing it- kind of like H&M bringing on couture designers and selling their products in only a few stores with limited quantity… Brilliant idea!
Super cute shoes, but I would never spend this much at Payless. Maybe you can find a similar rainbow style elsewhere:)
The Wedges are definitely cute! But way over priced for Payless. The people that shop at Payless are not looking for that price point, but Payless could be on to something…. Trying to get a different market of people to shop in their store. If they are comfortable and have a decent quality maybe Payless is moving on up!
I am in agreement with others here. I actually owned a pair of purple ultra suede ankle booties, a Lela Rose design for Payless. They were adorable but the plastic heels were ruined easily and the soles came apart. I got a pair of Guess ankle booties from Marshalls at the same price and they’re going on their third year without much wear and tear.
No I would not…if I’m in the mood to get all spendy with my shoes, it’s off to Nordstrom I go. Much better service and all-around vibe, y’know? I used to wear Payless a lot in my early 20s, but now I’m spoiled as to quality — and their shoes never seem to fit quite right, either.
Super cute! I would probably sprain my ankle wearing them but so worth it!
Eek! Paying that price at PayLESS seems a bit wrong … I guess it would depend on how much I loved the shoes in person.
Quite honestly, I would never in a million years pay that for a pair of Payless shoes. For the same price (if on sale) or very near close to it, I could get a pair of Steve Madden’s or Sam Edelman’s that I know are comfortable and good quality and I can get at Nordstrom where there are always hassle free returns in case they are uncomfortable. Yes,I will return shoes if they are uncomfortable and I have no shame in doing so. And I don’t want to be hassled about it. I can’t imagine Payless would be as understanding about returns…They are cute though.
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Is it just me or did it take you a minute to actually FIND the price on that page? If that doesn’t say “Movin’ on up” I don’t know what does. Payless used to be the place where I went as a kid to find good flip-flops for the beach or cheap one-time dress shoes for the 8th grade dance. Hmm…who will replace them?
Great question! Who will replace Payless?
I went to Payless over the weekend, but it looks like the designer shoes are only available online. No way am I going to pay that much to see what something looks like. I guess it will remain a mystery.
The other shoes there…some were cute, others weren’t. There were some espadrille wedges that I liked, but the toe was unusually narrow and the material too stiff. That’s the problem I have with Payless. Even the shoes that are cute have some problem with sizing or materials and finish.
I have to give them credit, though. My friend has large and wide feet and if it wasn’t for Payless, she would have to buy all her shoes at Nordstrom or order them online. Payless saves her time and money, so I can’t be too harsh on them.