Review: Viscata Pubol Espadrille Wedges in Black

I have size UK2/EU35 bony but wide  fitting feet. I also have neuropathic pain all over my body but especially in my feet so I find it extremely painful to break in or to wear footwear that blisters or rubs my feet. I cannot wear high heels (although I am only 4ft 7” so would love to) due to a spinal injury and mobility issues. Due to the size of my feet I also find it difficult to find “grown up” footwear that is reasonbly priced and not designed for narrow feet! Not much to ask is it! 

I was browsing on Google and found Viscata Barcelona, a Spanish company that handcrafts espadrilles and flats in Spain. I found the prices to be slightly cheaper on Amazon UK but there is a wider variety on Viscata’s own website. Prices range from £74 to £110 and designs included espadrille wedges, flats, bridal, platforms and sandals made in a variety of materials. 

I chose the Pubol Espadrille Canvas Wedges  (£69.95 Amazon/ £74.95 Viscata Barcelona)in black - there are 11 colours to choose from. The top is made from canvas, the sole is comfortable and padded and the wedge is 2.5” in height (1.5” wedge/ 1” platform). The sole is rubber and jute and the ankle strap is leather. 

I found these wedges extremely comfortable from the start, the canvas top and leather strap didn’t rub  or blister my feet and I didn’t have to break them in slowly. The 2” wedge gave me some much needed height and the V in the canvas top gives the shoe an elegant grown up vibe. 

These shoes aren’t particularly cheap but they are well made and comfortable to wear and should last me for years, so they are well worth the price point. I would recommend this brand and purchase again from them in the future.

I purchased this item myself and the views expressed in this blog are are my own.