Frequently Asked Questions
Determination Outsole Exposed Stitches?
It makes sense to be concerned about these stitches being exposed to the ground, where they can be worn away with friction. However, we feel like this is the better...
Determination Outsole Exposed Stitches?
It makes sense to be concerned about these stitches being exposed to the ground, where they can be worn away with friction. However, we feel like this is the better...
No Elastic Boot Laces?
Elastic laces are awesome, but if you want to have the "slip on" function, it will only work with fewer eyelets. Elastic laces work really well with styles like chukkas, which only...
No Elastic Boot Laces?
Elastic laces are awesome, but if you want to have the "slip on" function, it will only work with fewer eyelets. Elastic laces work really well with styles like chukkas, which only...
Why is DETERMINATION Not a Farm Boot?
You might have noticed in various reviews that people are using the Determination in soft ground with no issues. The reason why we don't promote them as field-friendly is because we...
Why is DETERMINATION Not a Farm Boot?
You might have noticed in various reviews that people are using the Determination in soft ground with no issues. The reason why we don't promote them as field-friendly is because we...
Green Insole Cushioning?
Translated to English: Comfort technology in every step!5 to 10% recycled rubberAntifungalWear resistantLight and Breathable
Green Insole Cushioning?
Translated to English: Comfort technology in every step!5 to 10% recycled rubberAntifungalWear resistantLight and Breathable
Toe Cleavage?
“Toe Cleavage” refers to the gaps between your toes, made visible in shoes with a low-cut vamp. When it comes to pumps, this is probably the most polarizing feature. Some...
Toe Cleavage?
“Toe Cleavage” refers to the gaps between your toes, made visible in shoes with a low-cut vamp. When it comes to pumps, this is probably the most polarizing feature. Some...
Dress Boots Waterproof?
Our Ares Dress Boots will hold up as well as similarly styled leather boots, such as Red Wing Iron Rangers, Wolverine 1000 Mile, Thursday Boots, Viberg Service Boots, etc. Actually,...
Dress Boots Waterproof?
Our Ares Dress Boots will hold up as well as similarly styled leather boots, such as Red Wing Iron Rangers, Wolverine 1000 Mile, Thursday Boots, Viberg Service Boots, etc. Actually,...
Ethical Manufacturer?
Our shoe manufacturer pays above market wages and factory workers have a good working environment. As a bonus, they’re in the midst of getting certified for being a corporation that...
Ethical Manufacturer?
Our shoe manufacturer pays above market wages and factory workers have a good working environment. As a bonus, they’re in the midst of getting certified for being a corporation that...
Construction Method?
Carets oxfords are made with Board-Lasted Cement construction, which sets them apart from most dress shoes and barefoot shoes. Anglo-American style dress shoes are usually Goodyear Welt. Italian style dress shoes are...
Construction Method?
Carets oxfords are made with Board-Lasted Cement construction, which sets them apart from most dress shoes and barefoot shoes. Anglo-American style dress shoes are usually Goodyear Welt. Italian style dress shoes are...
No Complimentary Shoe Trees?
Carets no longer includes complimentary shoe trees. We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused you. We sell shoe trees on our site. You can also purchase them elsewhere, as most...
No Complimentary Shoe Trees?
Carets no longer includes complimentary shoe trees. We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused you. We sell shoe trees on our site. You can also purchase them elsewhere, as most...
Men's Oxfords Versions 3.2, 4.0, 4.1, and 4.2 C...
Version 4.0 marked a massive upgrade for Carets men's oxford dress shoes. The upgrade began when we found a new factory in Leon, Mexico, that specializes in stylish dress shoes. They immediately offered...
Men's Oxfords Versions 3.2, 4.0, 4.1, and 4.2 C...
Version 4.0 marked a massive upgrade for Carets men's oxford dress shoes. The upgrade began when we found a new factory in Leon, Mexico, that specializes in stylish dress shoes. They immediately offered...
Are Carets Worth the Price?
Price is the most common hesitation people have before buying our shoes. There’s no getting around that - Carets are expensive. Our customers think they’re worth the price. Here’s why.They...
Are Carets Worth the Price?
Price is the most common hesitation people have before buying our shoes. There’s no getting around that - Carets are expensive. Our customers think they’re worth the price. Here’s why.They...
Pre-Conditioning Leather?
Our finishing department applies a light coat of cream to your shoes, so you do not need to condition your shoes before first wear. You can apply cream or polish for additional shine...
Pre-Conditioning Leather?
Our finishing department applies a light coat of cream to your shoes, so you do not need to condition your shoes before first wear. You can apply cream or polish for additional shine...
Groundfeel, Stack Height, and Sole Thickness?
Background As the Founder and Head of Design at Carets, I'm serious about 3 things for myself, and for you: Barefoot Biomechanics, Looking like a Billion Bucks, and a Luxury...
Groundfeel, Stack Height, and Sole Thickness?
Background As the Founder and Head of Design at Carets, I'm serious about 3 things for myself, and for you: Barefoot Biomechanics, Looking like a Billion Bucks, and a Luxury...
Slip-Resistant / Non-Slip?
Our shoes seem to be slip resistant in restaurant applications. Here is one of our very first reviews: https://carets.com/blogs/testimonials/41274436-chef-eric-nakata-42-corporate-chef Our sole is very flat, so there is a lot of surface...
Slip-Resistant / Non-Slip?
Our shoes seem to be slip resistant in restaurant applications. Here is one of our very first reviews: https://carets.com/blogs/testimonials/41274436-chef-eric-nakata-42-corporate-chef Our sole is very flat, so there is a lot of surface...
Removable Footbed, Insert / Insole / Orthotic?
From our Founder: When I first started this company in 2010, I was a hardcore barefooter. Like, the kind that store employees would inform, "You have to wear shoes here...
Removable Footbed, Insert / Insole / Orthotic?
From our Founder: When I first started this company in 2010, I was a hardcore barefooter. Like, the kind that store employees would inform, "You have to wear shoes here...
Shoe and/or Outsole Life (Longevity)?
It's hard to say how long the outsoles will last, because it depends on the users weight, gait, mileage, walking surfaces, etc. I've heard of anywhere from less than a...
Shoe and/or Outsole Life (Longevity)?
It's hard to say how long the outsoles will last, because it depends on the users weight, gait, mileage, walking surfaces, etc. I've heard of anywhere from less than a...
Correct Toes?
First, I think it’s great that you’re interested in using Correct Toes with our shoes! It’s a great product, especially if it’s paired with smart exercise, good posture, and barefoot...
Correct Toes?
First, I think it’s great that you’re interested in using Correct Toes with our shoes! It’s a great product, especially if it’s paired with smart exercise, good posture, and barefoot...
Toe Spring?
Early in development, we made a shoe that was completely flat. They went "plop, plop, plop" with every step, like a pair of flippers. Toe spring is a useful feature...
Toe Spring?
Early in development, we made a shoe that was completely flat. They went "plop, plop, plop" with every step, like a pair of flippers. Toe spring is a useful feature...
Safety Toe?
Our shoes do not have a safety toe, sorry! If you’re looking for safety toe shoes that are also zero-drop, with a decent toe box and flexibility, I would recommend...
Safety Toe?
Our shoes do not have a safety toe, sorry! If you’re looking for safety toe shoes that are also zero-drop, with a decent toe box and flexibility, I would recommend...
Materials?
Upper: Full-grain aniline cowhide Liner: Full-grain aniline cowhide Insole: Poron Outsole: Polyurethane
Materials?
Upper: Full-grain aniline cowhide Liner: Full-grain aniline cowhide Insole: Poron Outsole: Polyurethane
How Flexible are Carets?
Our outsole is more flexible than any human foot. Here is an old video where we demonstrate our outsole's flexibility: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqN9drfock0&t=422s With an outsole this flexible, what limits flexibility is not...
How Flexible are Carets?
Our outsole is more flexible than any human foot. Here is an old video where we demonstrate our outsole's flexibility: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqN9drfock0&t=422s With an outsole this flexible, what limits flexibility is not...
Leather Source?
As with all our materials, our leather is sourced local to our shoe factory, in León, México. León is arguably the shoe capital of the world, with 3,400 shoe factories...
Leather Source?
As with all our materials, our leather is sourced local to our shoe factory, in León, México. León is arguably the shoe capital of the world, with 3,400 shoe factories...