Our verdict
Don’t get misled by the brand’s name and the seemingly masculine appeal of the shoe. The Hey Dude Wendy moc is ready to blow your mind with the comfort it gives. This slipper-like sneaker has become a go-to for many women, convincing them to buy up to 7(!) pairs of Wendies. It is also priced lower than most cozy sneakers out there without losing in the quality department.
Pros
- Comfortable for all-day wear
- Affordable
- Easy on-and-off
- Accommodates wide feet
- Well-padded insole
- Very light
- Breathable
- Flexible
- Can be dressed up or down
- Machine-washable
Cons
- No half sizes
- Loose-fitting
- Lacks side and arch support
- A bit slippery
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It feels like an outdoor slipper Who should NOT buy the sneaker. There are many good reasons why Wendy would make a great daily driver, but the primary ones would be the following:
- It is a super comfortable sneaker at a low price
As one of the YouTubers mentioned, “the price point threw me off” and “hard to beat for shoes like these.” With the asking price of $60, Wendy is a real steal compared to the average $110 of all sneakers on the market.
- It feels like an outdoor slipper
That would be the overall description of how the shoe feels thanks to its soft interiors, lightness, and flexibility. It is very easy to put on and take off and has plenty of room for your toes to feel at home.
Comfortable for all-day wear
A great number of wearers faced the issue of this Hey Dude shoe fitting big or loose. While they say it runs true to size lengthwise, its Wide Fit can make it a problem if you’ve gotten used to your sneakers fitting snug. Unfortunately, no half sizes are offered that could solve the problem. So, if you want a more form-fitting shoe or have a narrow foot, try Keds Chillax, UGG Sammy, or other slip-on sneakers for women.
It is also important to mention that despite all of its comfort, the Hey Dude Wendy lacks in the arch support department. So, if you have flat feet, overpronation, or any other foot issues, it’s better to consider the following walking shoes:
- Skechers Arch Fit - Who should NOT buy the sneaker
- Vionic shoes - nearly every shoe from the brand is built on an ergonomic sole; these shoes have a more casual style but are also priced higher.
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The vloggers are in one rating the comfort of this sneaker 10 out of 10. One of them added that it’s “like walking in my UGG moccasins without all that fur inside.” Thousands of other reviewers also attest to that, describing the shoe as “so incredibly comfortable.”
Some of the contributing factors to this include the fairly thick sole (about an inch) and the memory-foam insole which is “soft, squishy, and cushy.” It is also easily removable in case you want to insert your own orthotics. The sole itself is “super bendy,” allowing the foot to flex naturally as you stride.
The underfoot comfort made it recommendable for extended periods of walking. Many comments came from teachers and people who also spend long hours on their feet, and on concrete floors.
Relaxed and loose-fitting
The brand tags Wendy as having Wide Fit and the wearers’ comments all support that statement. Now, this could be a good thing or a bad thing, depending on your foot volume and personal preference. One of the shoe experts compared its feel to wearing Crocs.
Because the shoe is not offered in half-sizes, it has become a problem for many ladies as going down a full size would end up with the shoe running short. However, there could be a couple of solutions:
- replacing its elastic lacing with regular laces to tighten up the fit
- getting the shoe through a washing machine helps it shrink a bit.
On the bright side, this boat slip-on design makes the on-and-off as effortless as it can be. It is super easy to “just throw on and walk out the door.”
Styling Hey Dude Wendy with your wardrobe
Initially, a lot of women got confused by its masculine-ish vibe of the Wendy. And this is no wonder given that the brand first started off as a male footwear company and only introduced a female line in 2018. As one of the reviewers puts it: “I wouldn’t typically right towards these shoes.”
However, once they have worn the shoe for a day or a week, their opinion pivoted in the opposite direction.
The shoe has received plenty of compliments as a cute sneaker, reminiscent of Top 13% most popular sneakers. It’s also seen as a “neutral type of shoe that goes with a lot of stuff.”
These low-profile mocs have been reported to look good with jeans, leggings, shorts, and even dresses. Some ladies also mentioned that it can be easily “dressed down with jeans or dressed up for work.”
It’s a breathable canvas upper
There have been no complaints about Wendy’s canvas fabric getting the feet sweaty. One YouTube reviewer was particularly surprised that her feet never end up stinking after wearing the shoe.
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Many people are in awe of how extremely light this pair of Hey Dudes feels on the foot. So much so that you forget you are wearing one.
It is 3.3 oz (93 g) lighter than women’s sneakers on average! Weighing 8 oz (227 g) per shoe compared to the average of 10.7 oz (320 g).
This characteristic makes it a very favorable option as a travel shoe.
Be careful on smooth and wet surfaces!
Quite a few reviewers have worn against wearing this Hey Dude sneaker on smooth surfaces like hardwood floors, tile, and similar. They are more slippery when you first get them, but the grip gets a bit better the more you wear them.
This Hey Dude can be machine-washed
Maintenance gets super easy as Wendy can be officially machine-washed according to the brand. Just make sure that you remove the insole, use cold water, and air dry the shoes.
