Our verdict
Praised by wearers to be one of the most comfortable shoes they have is the Steve Madden Match. It is chunky and heavy-looking but surprisingly light. It has a sock-like construction with a bungee lace-up, which offers a secure fit. Its elevated look is a plus for those who want to look tall and feel tall.
Pros
- Adds height
- Budget-friendly
- Not recommended for prolonged walking
- Who should NOT buy it
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- Compliment magnet
- Sock-like fit
Cons
- Why trust us
- the pull cord instead
Who should buy the Match by Steve Madden
The Steve Madden Match is a must-have for sneaker fans who:
- Want platform footwear to boost their height
- Track and field
- Who should NOT buy it.
Who should NOT buy it
The Steve Madden Match may not be a good option for you if you have wide feet. For a better alternative, you can check out Skechers Solar Fuse.
Prolonged walking is not something you want to do when wearing the Steve Madden Match. For a more appropriate substitute, try the Not for prolonged walking.
Steve Madden Match: A budget-friendly pair
Steve Madden Match sneakers are unsuitable for those with wide feet. A wearer expressed her dismay and said that “they are very tight.” She added that she tried to loosen the ties but it did not help. For a comfortable fit, reviewers suggested sizing up.
Not for prolonged walking
With a heel height of 5cm, users were elated about how the Steve Madden Match adds up to their height. “I always struggle to find trainers that fit me well being 4ft11! But these are perfect” one fan commented.
Your head-turner, everyday go-to shoe
A Steve Madden Match lover was ecstatic and said that he "bought these a week ago and have been wearing them every day."
Several of the fans are pleased with how flexible the Steve Madden Match is. One said that the shoe is part of their everyday wardrobe and that it is a great pair of stylish and trendy sneakers that can be worn with a maxi dress, denim jacket, and jeans. It is a compliment magnet, too as attested by the commenters:
- “Every time I wear them, people compliment them."
- “I love them and get so many compliments."
No wonder a Madden lover exclaimed, "This is my 7th pair. Absolutely love them!"
Another thing that attracted buyers to this footwear is its bungee lace-up. They love not having the laces and "prefer having the pull cord instead."
Not for prolonged walking
As rated by one commenter, it felt like “walking in a plank of wood.” One user also said that “any long walking and they are pretty crippling.”
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With a retail price of $60, Steve Madden Match is affordably priced. As one reviewer said, “they are definitely worth the money.” As a reference, the average price of a chunky sneaker is priced at $97.
