Rothy’s have been floating around my newsfeeds for quite some time and I knew they had a cult-like following. Back in November when I was planning my Disney trip I decided to pull the trigger and buy a pair of the Rothy’s Sneakers. They looked super comfortable and I thought they’d be great for Disney. I wanted to get them early so I could break them in and I’ve been testing them out for a few months now so I could share a true comprehensive Rothy’s sneaker review.
If you aren’t familiar Rothy’s is a shoe brand that prides its shoes on comfort and sustainability. That’s what really drew me to the brand. I love the sustainability element because all of their shoes are knit from Rothy’s signature thread (spun from plastic water bottles). They also really emphasize comfort so as I was planning my Disney trip I thought they’d be perfect. All of their shoes are also machine washable which I also thought would be perfect for Disney.
Rothy’s Sneaker Review
Overview
I decided to purchase the sneaker style because quite frankly I think the other style are pretty ugly. (Don’t hate me!) I do think the loafers are tolerable, but the ballet flats are a hard no for me. I could definitely see if you were a teacher or someone on their feet for long periods of time where maybe comfort ranks higher than style.
I got the slip-on sneaker style in the color sand. Sand might seem like a bold choice because they can get dirty but I also wanted to put how well they came clean to the test. I also like that this color is neutral and goes with everything.
I opened up my Instagram for people to submit questions about Rothy’s and the number one question I got was “Are they worth the price?” Rothy’s are not cheap at $125 for the slip-on sneaker style, however, compared to some other high-end sneaker brands it is pretty comparable.
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Comfort
Going back to their big selling point, comfort. I originally bought these to wear at Disney and I ultimately did not wear them at Disney. (Check out this blog to see what shoes I did wear in Disney.) I wore them on my travel days to Disney Springs but I did not wear them to the parks. Personally, I have very flat feet and unfortunately for vigorous walking and hours and hours of standing, I didn’t think they would be good for my foot type. I needed something with more arch and ankle support.
However, these have quickly become my go-to shoes in everyday life. I wear them to run errands, grab lunch, take Beau on walks, etc. I would say they are great for everyday life or work but when it comes to extensive walking and standing they might not be a good fit if you have flat feet.
I took my normal size and they fit great. I would definitely recommend getting your normal size. I do also wear them with no socks because I find they are the most comfortable this way. They do start to smell but you can just pop them in the wash.
Lastly, for comfort, I was very impressed at the lack of break-in period for these sneakers. From the moment I put them on I was ready to go. Even without socks, I experienced no blisters or discomfort. This is definitely a major plus.
Washing/Durability
I’ve washed my Rothy’s Sneakers twice now and both times they come out spotless. I just add a little detergent and a little stain remover to any tougher stains and pop them in the wash. There are few pieces I remove before throwing them in.
If you remove the insoles there is a plastic part in the heel and I take that out (I didn’t the first time and nothing happened). I do throw the insoles in the wash as well since I wear them with no socks. I wash them on normal and then let them air dry.
After washing they looked brand new and I didn’t find any issue with the durability or comfort fading after washing.
Since I wear these basically every day I am hard on them and they have held up so well from airports to Target to restaurants and more. They are definitely high-quality and I LOVE that you can clean them so easily.
How I Style My Rothy’s Sneakers
Here are a few ways I’ve styled my Rothy’s Slip-On Sneakers. I typically wear them with casual outfits and they look great with multiple different styles of jeans or joggers.
Final Thoughts of my Rothy’s Sneaker Review
My final review is that I REALLY like them! I do think they are worth the price and I would buy another pair. Since I already have so many pairs of sneakers I don’t think I would multiple pairs of Rothy’s but something were to ever happen to this pair I would definitely purchase them again because they are truly comfortable and so easy to throw on and wash if needed.
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Rothys are so great! Just the fact that you can wash them is such a game changer. I have a pair of the flats, but the sneakers are next on my list!
I totally agree that’s a big bonus!
This review was so helpful! I’ve been thinking about buying Rothys for my mom (she’s on her feet all day) and myself for a while. Your honest review is literally what I’ve been waiting for! Thank you!
Yay! I am so glad to hear that!
Hi there! Did you find they have good arch support?
To be honest, they don’t have the best arch support. I have flat feet and they are fine but not for walking a lot!
Thanks for the article! I am the opposite of you- I love the way the points look but not so much the sneakers/loafers/round toe flats! The points have the instant ability to dress up any outfit, which I LOVE, so they’re my go to flat!
I do have one pair of the sneakers & just ordered my first pair of loafers!
I also agree that being able to wash your shoes is a GAME CHANGER- ESP if you have children! I was a little hesitant to drop $55 on my 5 year old son’s sneakers- but I quickly realized that I have no problem
Buying multiple pairs of Nike’s & Jordan’s that usually cost MORE at $65/$70/$75 a pop- so It was “justified” because they are EASILY WASHED & they are now my favorite footwear for my little guy. I bought him 4 pairs at $55 & they are amazing! He always gets compliments on them! anyway sorry I went off on a little diatribe there-
But this is an overall great & HONEST read, that I thoroughly enjoyed! Can’t wait to read more of your work! I’m heading over to the article on footwear at Disney- we just got back but we ALL had a difficult time with blisters!