Banter

Regular price $165
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Banter

Regular price $165
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Regular price $165
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Color
New Colors
Width
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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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The NEW Banter is a chic luxe leather flat with all-day arch support. The beautiful leather V-strap adds updated styling while providing a wonderfully secure fit. Curves & Pods® removable footbed delivers comfort that lasts all day while the rubber outsole adds traction, durability and flexibility every step of the way!

  • 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 - 8.9 oz

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"I was impressed by the comfort on the first day of wearing. They are beautiful shoes and I'm glad I purchased them." -Amy V.

Reviews

4.59

4.59 out of 5 stars

285 reviews

  • 5 stars 220
  • 4 stars 30
  • 3 stars 22
  • 2 stars 9
  • 1 star 4

Review summary

The Banter shoes are praised for their chic design, perfect fit, and all-day comfort. Customers appreciate the beautiful color and stylish look, though some have noted sizing issues. The shoes provide excellent arch support and durability.

Aspects customers rated positively

  • Quality 95%
  • Arch Support 87%
  • Comfort 82%

What customers are saying

Showing 50 of 285 reviews.

5 out of 5 starsJennifer L.

Amazing comfort and support

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 starsColleen B.

I love my first pair of Taos

I wore my Taos Banter shoes for the first time and it was a good experience. I was concerned there may not be enough support - but the food bed and arch are great. I needed to add metatarsal pads for my neuroma, but once I got those placed walking was comfortable. By the end of the day, though it was feeling tight around my bunion. But these are leather and I expect them to stretch and get more comfortable as I wear them. The style and color are beautiful. And I love the Velcro strap. Quality is excellent.

5 out of 5 starsLee S.

Cute Supportive Mary Jane

I struggle with plantar fasciitis and have to be careful about the shoes I wear. These Mary Jane's are fashionable, so they coordinate with my outfits. Additionally, they provide great support for my feet. I have them in navy and brown and will consider getting them in black.

5 out of 5 starsMichelle S.

I really love these shoes!

I really love these shoes! They're a perfect combination of professional, cute, and comfortable. I absolutely love the soft, padded, suede insole that makes these very comfortable to wear without socks. The straps fasten with Velcro so you can adjust them as needed. The soles are a squishy rubber material that adds to the comfort of walking (and makes them quiet!). The all-leather construction allows your feet to breathe a bit and not end up clammy and sweaty as mine do with synthetic shoes and linings. They look really good with my fall work clothes. The square toe box leaves plenty of room for my toes without squashing them, adding to the comfort. I also think I'll have enough room to wear dress socks with them when the weather gets colder. I am extremely happy with these and highly recommend them!

5 out of 5 starsCristie D.

Comfortable All Day Shoe

I have loved this shoe so far. The construction materials feel and look very nice. They are a good looking shoe. But on top of that, they are comfortable. I walked in them all day around Chicago and they felt good. The footbed is flexible for walking and the interior of the shoe is soft. I felt like they had just the right amount of support while also having a little give in the sole. I plan on buying more of these in other colors as I prefer to not wear heels any longer, but like a shoe with a little rise in the heel. My feel also tend to run a little wide (but not really a true wide), but the shoes were still a good fit. Very pleased.

5 out of 5 starsHolly D.

Lovely 😍

This is my 4th pair of Taos shoes. They are the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn. These are beautiful and excellent quality. I recommend these to everyone. You don't need foot problems to enjoy comfort, quality & beauty. Thank you, Taos.

5 out of 5 starsBarbara T.

The leather is butter soft

The leather is butter soft right out of the packaging. The toe box was also roomy and comfortable, and with the adjustable straps, it made the fit great for my slightly different sized feet. Just a great shoe overall!

5 out of 5 starsMarjorie B.

I have become a devoted

I have become a devoted Taos customer and have ordered Banter, sandals & warm boots over the past 10 months. I appreciate the quality, workmanship and comfortable arch support in all their products. Highly recommended!

5 out of 5 starsAnneMarie R.

Adorable & comfortable!

I’m so pleased with these flats. They dress up casual pants and are very comfy! They have good arch support as well, which is always critical for me.

5 out of 5 starsKelli B.

At last, a dress shoe I can wear!

I have wide feet and wear orthotics, it’s been very hard to find shoes other than sneakers that can accommodate both issues. These were more expensive than I usually can spend on shoes, but it was worth it. So glad to have something more professional to wear at work.

5 out of 5 starsJoyce S.

Love them! I have a

Love them! I have a lot of foot problems and can't get over how comfortable they were the first time I wore them. No breaking in. I wore them all day and my feet felt wonderful. Love the cognac color as well. I just ordered a second pair in black!

5 out of 5 starsCatherine W.

Excellent shoe!

Cute and comfortable. I wear them for work - I have arthritis in my feet and these shoes have replaced most of what I would have worn. They do not irritate or put any pressure that would cause me pain.

5 out of 5 starsLoy V.

Needed to stretch for bunion

Needed to stretch for bunion but other than that they fit great and are very comfortable.

4 out of 5 starsPenny S.

Almost perfect

I absolutely love the look of this shoe. However, I give it only 4 stars because it is a little tight in the toe box so it isn’t the most comfortable shoe right out of the box. I am hoping that it will feel better after breaking in. Just a little more width in the toe box would have made it perfect.

5 out of 5 starsPauline D.

Very comfortable good quality, good

Very comfortable good quality, good mid-foot support, & attractive. I wore them brand-new for shorter distance walking over days-long trip (~3 miles/day on city streets). This isn’t a shoe for high-intensity, long-distance walking.

5 out of 5 starsGail

Great shoe.

These are a great pair of shoes I DON'T have to breaking them in they fit like a glove adjustable strap very good arch support. The best thanks 😊

4 out of 5 starsMarcia C.

New shoes

Cute. Good heel cushion. Toe box slightly tall. Comfortable but small arch support.

5 out of 5 starsJulie S.

Great fit

Finally a stylish wide flat with arch support that fits. More of these please.

5 out of 5 starsDonna V.

Great shoe. So cute

This shoe was purchased as an aid to getting ready for knee replacement surgery. Easy to put on. Has nice arch for me because I pronate inward this wearing out my left knee! So many compliments. Black ones great right out of the box. The navy ones took a minute for the leather to relax. These are my go to shoes for pants and maxi dresses

5 out of 5 starsMonica W.

This shoe is so comfortable!

This shoe is so comfortable! I wore them to a dress-up event that had slippery marble floors and spiraling stairs and they performed so well for me, especially with my balance, comfort and support issues. I feel that I can wear them all day if I need to.

5 out of 5 starsLaura G.

Very cute, very comfy

Love these shoes…fit nice right out of the box, no break-in required. Actually comfortable without socks, a first for me. Perfect with maxi skirt, great with most any other skirt and skinny pants.

5 out of 5 starsJudy W.

Love this shoe!

Ordered to go on River cruise and I love it! Now my every day shoe. Great support an super comfortable shoe

5 out of 5 starsCarolyn B.

Great fitting shoes

Very cute comfortable shoes. Bought a half size larger than I usually buy.

4 out of 5 starsSara H.

These shoes do not compare

These shoes do not compare to the casual tennis shoes offered by Taos. I was looking for a casual dress shoe, but these are tight around my bunion.

5 out of 5 starsAlison M.

Beauty and Comfort

These shoes are both beautiful and comfortable. I've had surgery on both my feet to remove Morton's Neuromas, and these shoes are a god-send. The color is great, as it coordinates with many outfits. I've worn them with jeans, slacks and dresses, and I've received many compliments. They are true to size as well. I may purchase another pair in black or navy, if available. You will not be disappointed if you purchase these shoes. Thanks Taōs!! Alison M.

5 out of 5 starsFaith

Love but want in brown

Love the shoe feminine and dainty but has arch support needed. I want them in the brown. Disappointing not offered. Navy only thing I have is jeans I wanted these more for work, church dress not just jeans so not sure I want the navy. My wardrobe has black a browns the new style Maryjane is to casual.

5 out of 5 starsBeth S.

Comfy As Always

I needed black flats. Rather than go with tried and true Taos, I went with a different comfort brand. Big blistery mistake. I bought these as a replacement. Taos can always be worn straight out of the box. No socks required. These are the perfect shoes to wear with any dress.

5 out of 5 starsMichele K.

Comfortable shoes

Not only are these extremely chic and fashionable they are just as comfortable as workout shoes. I can wear them all day. I look forward to wearing them throughout the year with many different outfits.

5 out of 5 starsLinda P.

I love these shoes! I

I love these shoes! I have a similar pair that I have had for years, so I knew I would like these as well. They are comfortable enough to wear all day, especially when traveling.

5 out of 5 starsDonna H.

This Mary Jane shoe is

This Mary Jane shoe is very nice looking . It fits true to size . I finally found a very comfortable and stylish shoe to wear with my dresses

5 out of 5 starsTara O.

High quality

Quality shoe. I was able to purchase this with my HSA money and am impressed with the quality. The Velcro strap works slick and true to size.

5 out of 5 starsJane F.

Love these shoes! True to

Love these shoes! True to size, very comfortable, I can wear them all day without my feet or legs hurting. Love the color.

5 out of 5 starsThelma L.

Banter Shoes

They are very comfortable. The fit is perfect, true to size I am so happy I purchased these shoes. I would buy them again.

5 out of 5 starsSusan M.

Fabulous, comfortable Mary Jane. Excellent

Fabulous, comfortable Mary Jane. Excellent support and supple leather. LOVE these! I ordered two pair.

5 out of 5 starsRonley

So cute and comfortable

These are the most comfortable dress shoes I’ve ever owned! I can wear them all day or night.

5 out of 5 starsDenise A.

Very Comfy

I wore them all day on Christmas Day. They were not tight at all on my wide foot.

5 out of 5 starsKrysteen

So light and comfy right out of the box! My new favorite daily wear. 😊

5 out of 5 starsAnnieKate P.

I loved these shoes: the

I loved these shoes: the way they looked, the craftsmanship and even the customer service involved. However, they did not work for my toes. I had hoped the toe box would be roomy enough for my foot, but it was clear in just walking around the living room that they would not work. So I returned them. I have another pair of Taos shoes and love them, but they are open toed. This is a specific issue with my foot, and not a shoe defect. Thank you.

4 out of 5 starsMary V.

Nice style and Comfort

Other than blisters created at the ankle bone while breaking in these shoes, they are very comfortable and will work well with pants and dresses. Nice rubber sole for cushioning on pavement.

5 out of 5 starsJoanne W.

Banter rocks!!

I love my new Banter shoes in cognac. Just like my zero-drop tie shoes, these Taos shoes are super comfortable, fun, sporty, just what I needed to add to my fall shoes!

5 out of 5 starsTracy C.

Perfect shoes as always! Comfortable

Perfect shoes as always! Comfortable and stylish! I love Taos! With hip problems, they are one of the only shoes I will wear!

5 out of 5 starsCarol S.

This nice-looking leather shoe is

This nice-looking leather shoe is very comfortable. The style of the shoe can be casual as well as dressy.

5 out of 5 starsSandy

Great Shoe

The shoe is comfortable and stylish…just wish it came in white or cream or some other light color.

5 out of 5 starsOlivia S.

The best shoes ever! Fit

The best shoes ever! Fit like a glove right out of the box! They’re gorgeous as well.

5 out of 5 starsSusan

Love these!! Third pair of Taos. Worth the price. Comfortable. Size 8. True to size.

5 out of 5 starsBarbara D.

Banter is a good fit for me

These shoes fit well and are comfortable. Very nice style also.

5 out of 5 starsCarole K.

Most comfortable shoe ever!! True

Most comfortable shoe ever!! True to size and beautiful shoe.

5 out of 5 starsMARIE M.

These flats were a great

These flats were a great option for me when wearing dresses in Sicily. They look polished but aren't uncomfortable after a lot of walking. The color is darker than pictured. I'd love these in red.

5 out of 5 starsSusan F.

Perfect black shoe

This shoe fits well, and looks terrific with any outfit. I wanted leather flats that look stylish with dresses or pants, these fit the bill.

5 out of 5 starsWebsite V.

Beautiful but

Need a little more toe room : length. But I love the shoe, quality, padding, look, design. . I don’t know if the next size will be too big