Tieks ballet flats are the most expensive shoes I’ve ever bought, but for me, they are definitely worth it. When you spend hours on your feet out exploring it’s vital to have a quality pair of shoes. Tieks are the ideal travel ballet flats—they are comfortable, portable, durable, versatile, and stylish.

What’s the deal with Tieks?

Tieks are dubbed “the most versatile designer flats in the world.” Each pair is crafted from the finest leathers (or vegan textiles). It takes 3 days and over 150 steps to create each pair. They’re specially designed to be durable, yet flexible so you can fold them and fit them into a purse.

Do any stores sell Tieks?

Unfortunately you can’t go into stores or even online to places like Amazon or Zappos to buy Tieks. These ballet flats can only be purchased straight from the Tieks website, at the online Boutiek.

How long do Tieks shoes last?

On average, if you wear your Tieks every day and you walk a lot, it seems like they wear out in about 3-5 years. What is this? If you wear them once or twice a week, they’ll probably last longer. And there are other ways to make your Tieks last longer if you take the time to care for them.

Are Tieks made in China?

Little Miss Tieks Each pair is crafted in Arzignano, Italy using premium Italian leather. Each pair also includes a high gloss coating and feature the signature cushioned back and non-skid rubber blue soles.

Do Tieks get smelly?

Now I’m sure with continued use they will get a bit stinky again, just because these Tieks were pretty bad in the first place, but the Gekss are machine washable! All you have to do is unstick them, which is very easy to do, and throw them in the wash.

Are Tieks bad for your feet?

Are Tieks supposed to hurt this much? The answer to this question is no, Tieks are definitely not supposed to hurt. The very first pair I ordered was a pair of Lavender Snake Tieks. I adored the print, but for some reason, this particular pair was way too tight around my toes and they hurt so much!

Do Tieks shoes have arch support?

Tieks don’t have built-in arch support, but they are designed with a unique shape and padding for comfort and durability. If you prefer additional support, Tieks can accomodate many types of orthotic inserts.

Do you wear Tieks barefoot?

But the simple answer is yes. You can choose to wear Tieks with or without socks. While most people prefer wearing Tieks barefoot, the most significant issue you can notice is the darker coloring of the leather insole due to too much wear.