The Sporty Slingback - Tan
Comfortable yet contemporary, the Sporty Slingback effortlessly completes any outfit. Reimagined on a molded footbed with supple tubular leather straps and velcro fastening, this summer staple is designed for on-the-go ease. Look to tan to add lightness to your wardrobe and styling versatility across the seasons.
Handcrafted from luxurious LWG-certified leather, the Sporty Slingback is set on a flexible fussbett sole for extra support and finished with a lightweight rubber sole for a secure and comfortable fit. Also available in classic Black or Chocolate brown, its silhouette softens relaxed suiting and adds a directional feel to chic summer dresses.
MATERIALS & FIT
- True to size - if you're in between sizes, please size up
- Moulded footbed - please allow a few days of wear for it to shape to your feet
- Have a high instep? Move the knot around until it feels comfortable on your feet
- Unsure about fit? Please contact us here for size advice
- 100% Leather upper and lining from LWG-certified partner
- Flexible fussbett
- Lightweight rubber sole for a secure and comfortable fit
- Velcro fastening
- Visit our Care Guide for detailed instructions
SHIPPING & RETURNS
ESSEN offers complementary worldwide shipping and returns on all orders over €300.
We're an Australian brand but most of our shoes are shipped from Europe. Our warehousing and distribution was deliberately chosen to be near our factories so we can produce only what we need and minimise the total distance your shoes have to travel.
Europe
Standard delivery: 2-4 business days
World
Standard delivery 4-10 business days
Express delivery 3-5 business days
For more information please check our Shipping page.
Purchased items can be returned within 14 days of the delivery date. Find more information here.
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- JLjosima l.Verified BuyerReviewingThe Sporty Slingback - ChocolateI recommend this productAge Range 35 - 44Usual Size EUR 40 - AUS/US 9 - UK6.5Size Purchased 40Rated 4 out of 5 stars13 hours agoGreat quality but have had to be worn in
I think they’re beautiful shoes, light but well made, but they were not comfortable out of the box, I’ve had to wear them several times before being able to wear them several hours at a time and I also feel like the sizing is a tiny bit small.
EESSĒN3 minutes agoHi Josima,
Thank you for your feedback. The leather and fussbett do require a couple of wears to mould to the shape of your feet, similar to Birkenstocks. If you have a high instep (the bone on top of your foot), you can move the knot around until you find a position that's comfortable, or wait until the leather has worn in a little. Once it's taken on the shape of your feet, this style is very comfortable.
Because of the moulded insole, we'd also advise sizing up if you're between sizes. If you're ever unsure, feel free to email us with your measurements and we can help find the best size for you.
- CHCarol H.Verified BuyerReviewingThe Sporty Slingback - ChocolateI recommend this productAge Range 65+Usual Size EUR 38 - AUS/US 7.5 - UK5Size Purchased 38Rated 5 out of 5 stars2 months agoLoving Essēn
I just love love my sporty slingbacks. The chocolate colour is fab and they fit beautifully.
- AGAnnie G.Verified BuyerReviewingThe Sporty Slingback - TanI recommend this productAge Range 55 - 64Usual Size EUR 41 - AUS/US 10 - UK7Size Purchased 42Rated 5 out of 5 stars3 months agoclassic resort wear
My biggest decision was what colour and size to purchase! I am always nervous about purchasing from web sites when it comes to shoes.
First world problems I know but given the price point of these beautiful shoes I was determined to get it right!
I was also glad to find a distributor nearby - with whom I could try on the shoes - and I found they ran a little small for me and I was able to make an informed decision and ordered direct from the web site. Had the shop carried my size then I would have happily supported my local great taste fashion store. But LOVE LOVE these gorgeous sandals and hope to get years and year of wear from them
- AWAnna W.Verified BuyerReviewingThe Sporty Slingback - TanI recommend this productAge Range 35 - 44Usual Size EUR 43 - AUS/US 11.5 - UK9Size Purchased 43Rated 5 out of 5 stars6 months agoSandal
Great sandal!
- KHKimberley H.Verified BuyerReviewingThe Sporty Slingback - BlackI recommend this productAge Range 35 - 44Usual Size EUR 40 - AUS/US 9 - UK6.5Size Purchased 40Rated 5 out of 5 stars10 months agoExcellent shoes!
I bought these for a trip to Europe and they’ve been perfect with my summer dresses and walking moderate distances. The sole is flexible and offers enough support, and the straps don’t cut in (even when my feet have swollen in the heat). These are my first Essen shoes and I’d definitely purchase from this company due to their businesses ethos and customer care.
