FS x DEREK LAM 10 CROSBY JADA BALLET FLAT

I adore these. I have them in black and they’re the most comfortable flats I’ve ever owned. They did take one wear to break in but after that they molded to my feet and I appreciate that they have padding in the soles. Two things that could be slightly better—the outer soles are really slippery so I took them to the cobbler to add grippier soles. I also am having them reinforce the outer corners of the toe box as my pinky toe started to stretch the weaving on one side.

For some reason, I did not have the same experience as others on sizing. I’m usually a 8.5 for sneakers and a 9 for flats and heels. I had to exchange the 9s in the Jada for a 8.5.

These are great! They're comfortable for flats, well-made, and true to size. I liked the espresso color because the heel is dark too. There's a bit of a break in period, though. They rubbed the back of my ankles the first time I wore them. After conditioning them and wearing with padded socks for a few hours, I lined the heel in moleskin padding and can wear them comfortably. I walk everywhere and have already walked a lot in these. My foot is normal width, and I don't think these run narrow, but they probably won't fit well for wider feet due to the design. Overall, I really like them. I'd love to get more colors but wish they were a bit more comfortable in the heel.