Earlier this year Kigo Footwear ran a contest to select the names for their next generation shoe models. Contestants were supposed to submit a name for a active/sport model and a feminine/casual model. I submitted a few name ideas and one of them was selected for the women's shoe: the Curv. The prize? A new pair of shoes.
Newsletter
Stay up-to-date on all of the latest Toe Salad news by signing-up for our newsletter.
Affiliate Link Disclosure
Some links on this site are affiliate links. This means that we earn a commission if you choose to purchase a product at that link. This helps us to offset some of the costs associated with pouring our time and energy into this site.
Kigo Curv review
I have been enjoying my pair of Kigo Curvs. Not only are they very cute shoes but I also love the green practices of the company.
I found the 1.5mm heel toe differential to be unnoticeable. They are light and flexible. The sole is grippier than what I imagined them to be.
I am able to roll the shoes up into tight little balls to show flexibility. I don't run in these as they are not adjustable to keep them snug. They are very comfortable for walking and everyday wear.
Read my full review with photos here
http://www.barefootangiebee.com/2011/03/kigo-curv-mary-jane-style-shoe-r...
www.barefootangiebee.com
Comfortable and eco-friendly
The comfort of these shoes is what truly makes them excellent shoes for any type of walking activity. I do not run in these as the fit is not adjustable for that kind of activity.
The rubber sole is very flexible and can be bent in half, however, the heel of the rubber outsole does not bend at all. The forefoot and midfoot areas are quite flexible if bending upward but they do not flex much along their length.
The sole does have a positive heel, as the midfoot of the outsole is 1.5 mm and the heel of the shoe is 3.0 mm. I have an incredibly sensitive back to shoes with higher heels and I do not notice the raised heel in these shoes (and I haven’t walked in shoes with a raised heel in over two years).
I love the contrast stitching design and find the upper design stylish as well. I truly appreciate the grippiness of the sole, too, especially on wet or slippery surfaces. Although they do not have the best barefoot feel for a minimalist shoe, their other qualities more than make up for the thickness of the sole.
http://naturalrunner.ca
http://naturalrunningcoaching.com