Babble

Regular price $165
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Babble

Regular price $165
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Regular price $165
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Color
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Size Chart

Women's

 US

5-5.5

 6-6.5

7-7.5 8-8.5 9-9.5 10-10.5 11-11.5 12-12.5

EU

 36

37 38 39 40 41 42 43

Men's

 US

5-5.5

 6-6.5

7-7.5 8-8.5 9-9.5 10-10.5 11-11.5 12-12.5

EU

 39

40 41 42 43 44 45 46
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New Babble is our beautiful, buttery soft ballet flat with classically clean lines and an added leather Mary Jane strap for a fun finishing touch! A gentle elasticized topline and a flattering toe character combine with our Curves & Pods® removable footbed to delight you with both style and arch support. The rubber outsole is both flexible and durable.

  • Arch Support & Metatarsal Support
  • Care Instructions - Buff with a leather cleaner or polish. Wipe off with a dry cloth.
  • Footbed Lining - Microfiber
  • Forefoot Cushioning
  • Heel Height - 3/4"
  • Hook & Loop Closure
  • Orthotic Friendly
  • Outsole - Flexible, durable rubber
  • Premium Microfiber Lining
  • Upper Material - Leather
  • Weight Per Shoe - 6 oz

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"Cute and comfortable! Are really cute with pants, jeans or casual dresses." -Janet F.

Reviews

4.64

4.64 out of 5 stars

81 reviews

  • 5 stars 67
  • 4 stars 7
  • 3 stars 2
  • 2 stars 2
  • 1 star 3

Review summary

Babble ballet flats offer a combination of style and comfort, featuring a buttery soft material, clean lines, and a leather Mary Jane strap. Customers appreciate the shoes' support and arch support, along with their durability and flexibility.

Aspects customers rated positively

  • Quality 94%
  • Comfort 88%
  • Arch Support 75%

What customers are saying

Showing 50 of 81 reviews.

5 out of 5 starsJennifer L.

Comfortable supportive shoes!

These shoes are a miracle! I have one pair of Banter and one pair of Babble. Both styles are extremely comfortable and supportive. I wore them sightseeing in Europe and had no blisters, no sore feet, no trouble on the cobblestones. I wore these barefoot right out of the box and they do not rub or need breaking in. I have flat feet and need strong arch support and these shoes deliver without looking clunky or orthopedic. Highly recommend!

4 out of 5 starsSierra

On-trend and quality Mary Janes

I really like these Mary Janes! I love the sleekness of their look, the square toe, and the slender band. I stand for hours in church, so having a cute yet supportive shoe is very important to me. These do pretty well, especially for how thin they are. I feel their contoured support more in the center of my foot and less on my arch, which isn't bad, but I think it could be slightly improved. With shoes like these, they normally come with absolutely no support, so anything is appreciated. After standing for a while, I feel some heel pain. but nothing unbearable.

4 out of 5 starsMiranda T.

Not as comfortable as other Taos models

I love Taos. Have bought and extensively wear many of their models. The support combined with an updated shoe is a winning combination. However this is the first model that isn’t comfortable right out of the box. I had blisters the first half day wearing them (with minimal walking). But it’s leather and I’m assured the shoe will adopt to my feet! Perfect for travel as it doesn’t take much space in suitcase.

5 out of 5 starsNancy P.

Super cute-not old lady looking 🤣

I absolutely Love these! So comfortable and great arch support! As I’m a hairstylist and stand on my feet all day/these are perfect for my leggings

5 out of 5 starsCarole K.

Comfortable and stylish!

Same great arch support you expect. Nice wide toe box and on-trend shape to the toe.

5 out of 5 starsKimberly S.

These were soft, comfortable and

These were soft, comfortable and supportive right out of the box.

4 out of 5 starsLahcen Y.

Fits like a glove

Liked how the shoe hugs the foot. Great support on the heel side but no support on the toe / bunion area. Sadly I had to return.

5 out of 5 starsLinda C.

Wonderful shoes

I love my Taos. I have worn Taos for years for a number of reasons… incredible arch support, trendy and cute styles, and beautiful quality in both leather and construction of the shoe.

5 out of 5 starsNita F.

Cute, comfortable, and easy to

Cute, comfortable, and easy to wear even though I have flat feet! Yay!

5 out of 5 starsErlinda V.

Taos shoes are comfortable, well-made

Taos shoes are comfortable, well-made and well-worth the price. I purchased this pair in brown but exchanged it for the black one with very little problem. Only problem was they didn’t have ‘wide’ in this model because I need a roomy toe box; im hoping the ‘leather’ will give a bit. Not sure though about the leather since it’s hard to tell genuine from today’s pseudo leather. I’ll have to take it to a reliable shoe repair shop near me to find out.

5 out of 5 starsLeslie S.

If you're looking for a

If you're looking for a cute and comfortable nude-colored flat, this one is perfect! I have a black Tao flat in a different style, so I knew ordering these would be a good decision. The support in the shoe is great, and the sole makes me feel like I won't slip. The back of the shoe rubs on my achilles a little bit, but I know that will soften as I wear them more. Otherwise, I think the sizing of the shoe is perfect. Tao quality is always great!

5 out of 5 starsMaxine S.

Love them!!

My “Babbel” shoes are comfy, sturdy enough to walk in the street, and dressy enough to be a wonderful substitute for stiff little flats or low heeled shoes. The strap reminds me of my childhood Mary Jane’s, but it’s adjustable (with Velcro). Great—soft and comfy.

5 out of 5 starsAnn

A real winner!

This pair of shoes surpassed all expectations! Comfortable right out of the box. They travel especially well, small, light, and versatile- They look great with every outfit!

5 out of 5 starsHelen R.

This is such a comfortable

This is such a comfortable shoe for those of us with compromised toes. The shoe is soft and flexible along with a supportive sole. I did have to size up.

5 out of 5 starsRobin S.

The Babble shoe is a

The Babble shoe is a nice daily shoe, well made and looks polished. The arch support is good, and the shoe is true to size.

5 out of 5 starsBonnie G.

Great Slippers

Great slipper so supportive and comfortable to wear all day. I’m having a little ribbing on the heel. Wonderful shoe.

4 out of 5 starsCaryn S.

Nice shoe, runs short

Love the dressier taos shoe, great arch support but does run short

5 out of 5 starsGiovanna

Quality, Beauty, Support

I love my Babble Cognac Ballet Flats! The quality is exceptional! Gorgeous leather and supreme support. These will last forever with care. These do run short like all ballet flats. I wear a 10 but bought an 11 and they fit perfect. I always have to place bandaids on the back of my ankle until they stretch to my foot but this is typical of all ballet flats for me. They are absolutely worth it!

5 out of 5 starsterri b.

Great shoe! Super comfy and

Great shoe! Super comfy and cute! Runs a full size small. I am a size 9 and had to go with a size 10 in this shoe. I normally order Taos shoes in size 9. 5 for a comfortable fit.

5 out of 5 starsSara

Comfortable right out of the box. I did hahe to fabric tape over a seam that is right on the middle of the heal. Hasnt been an issue since.

5 out of 5 starsLaura R.

Perfect Mary Jane

So cute and comfortable! I love these shoes! I may order a different color or two!! They fit me perfectly and are very supportive.

5 out of 5 starsJennifer A.

I don’t want to wear anything else!

These are the cutest, most comfortable shoes! They are super soft, light, and lovely to wear all the time! ❤️

5 out of 5 starsAmy

These shoes are so comfortable and supportive. They look great with skirts and dresses. I love them!

5 out of 5 starsNaomi G.

Look No Further!

Absolutely comfortable right out of the box! I highly recommend this shoe.

5 out of 5 starsSabrinia

Finally flats that fit my narrow heels.

I love these shoes. I haven’t been able to wear flats for many, many years. I have narrow heels so my feet always slip out. These stay in place & are so comfortable. I have tried many Mary Jane styles from all the high end brands but the straps cause me pain for some reason. I didn’t even feel the strap on these. I normally wear a size 7 but ended up with a 7 1/2. I purchased both sizes initially to compare. My only complaint is that there aren’t more color options. I would love a pair in navy, red & even a plum color. Please, please offer more colors.

5 out of 5 starsVeronica

Perfect!

Just received these in cognac and they are beautiful! They are more structured than they appear in the photo and have very good support. I am going to order them in black- only wish they came in a true red! Stylish and super cute.

4 out of 5 starsDrew N.

They are great shoes with

They are great shoes with good support but I tried on some sizes in store then ordered the color I liked and the size was not right!

5 out of 5 starsLinda

These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever had and so cute!!! I plan to order more going forward. Thank you!

5 out of 5 starsJonnie H.

Great purchase

These shoes are so cute and extremely comfortable, they’re well made and perfect with many of my outfits.

5 out of 5 starsCassandra B.

The fit well and are

The fit well and are comfortable. They don't bother the back of my heel like many flats do.

5 out of 5 starsJanet F.

Cute and comfortable! Are really

Cute and comfortable! Are really cute with pants, jeans or casual dresses.

5 out of 5 starspatricia s.

Love these shoes. Very soft

Love these shoes. Very soft and comfortable. Size was accurate

5 out of 5 starsGina M.

I wear a 7 in

I wear a 7 in Taos sandals. I was nervous about the reviews mentioning that they run small, so I ordered an 8. They were too narrow and generally tight. I exchanged for an 8 1/2 and they are still snug.

5 out of 5 starsNannette K.

Magnificent

Wearing the shoes to my nephews wedding, looking for comfort and style and this shoe has both. Hope to be dancing all nite in them.

5 out of 5 starsAndrea G.

I love, love these shoes.

I love, love these shoes. The quality is great and they fit like glove. Looking forward to making another purchase.

5 out of 5 starsNancy C.

OMG, I love my Babble

OMG, I love my Babble in pearl! They are so comfy & go with everything! Thank you.

5 out of 5 starsRonnell G.

Fantastic

Absolutely wonderful! I have such trouble with my feet, I never thought I’d find a shoe so supportive and comfortable in a flat shoe. Love them! Got black also

5 out of 5 starsMarlene

So comfortable and good looking!

I love these shoes in red, they really are great with so many dressy-casual outfits. A little more chic than my Naot shoes. And I have ultra tender feet so it’s a relief that they are so comfortable. I might need these in more colors. Side note, I have a size 7. 5 in Naot, and an 8 in Taos if that helps anyone.

5 out of 5 starsJulie B.

Beautiful shoe

I like these a lot. Supportive for a flat. Cognac color is beautiful. I’m consistently a size 10 and these are slightly snug, hoping they loosen up a bit with wear.

5 out of 5 starsJeanette S.

Ballerina

This show is much more structured and comfortable than it looks. Very comfortable. I am so glad I bought it.

5 out of 5 starsElizabeth C.

Babble

This is my first order from Taos, and I am loving my purchase - so comfortable and versatile.

5 out of 5 starsLisa C.

In love with this shoe 😍

They were comfortable from the moment I put them on. I wish they went with every outfit.

5 out of 5 starsJaime P.

Love the color and the

Love the color and the feel. Very comfortable. I only wish it wasn’t a Velcro closure.

5 out of 5 starsKrissa S.

Very cute ballet flat, it

Very cute ballet flat, it will look good with many outfits. Also very comfortable.

5 out of 5 starsKristy H.

Most stylish & comfortable!

These shoes are just the cutest and most comfortable as are all Taos shoes!!

5 out of 5 starsToni P.

just love them

I just love the ballet style shoe with the little strap. Perfect in every way.

4 out of 5 starsTrudie M.

Stylish flat

I love the style of this flat. For the price, I hope they hold up for a while.

5 out of 5 starsAnne M.

More colors

Waiting for a Beige or Caramel color to come out, hopefully.

5 out of 5 starsDolores B.

Doesn’t disappoint!

I was somewhat hesitant to purchase due to the price point. So glad I tried them. Even bought a second pair!

5 out of 5 starsAdriana

A little lighter than the picture. Bought them because I needed some shoes to match my purse. Still super cute tho.