Dear Frances creates luxury footwear for women designed to slow the fast fashion cycle.

Jane Frances

Scott O'Connor

Shoes

Dear Frances

Gio Small Tote Olive

Rain Sandal, Tortoise

Clothing

Absolutely beautiful shoes and very comfortable. Love the mission also!

I have two pairs of their apple leather products and I LOVE them. I'm so sad that they seem to be sunsetting that type of leather--I'm trying to buy fewer animal products for environmental reasons so it's disappointing that they seem to be moving in the wrong direction.

The quality is terrible for the price point and the customer service was absolutely shocking. I received boots that did not look the same (see photo). Although it was outside of the return window, I made a complaint and asked for an exchange for a replacement pair that actually looked like they were a pair and was told that differences are normal and to apply a leather cream (which I already do every 3 months).

Anyone in their right mind can see that these shoes are simply made of different quality leather and it is not a matter of 'wear and tear' on my part causing differences. Absolutely disgraceful for the price point, both in terms of quality and the treatment I received on raising the issue.

Influenced by Instagram, I bought a gio bag and a pair of rain sandals. The bag was faulty, and the sandals design makes it unwearable —sharp corners cut into my feet after 5min wearing them. When I requested a refund, I was only offered store credit, which is unacceptable and not to mention illegal in the US and Europe for defective items. Very disappointed and can’t recommend. Promptly unfollowed the influencers promoting this brand online as well.

Notice how the picture on their website looks like vs the bag I received.

It would be great to see the brand work with sustainable footwear fabric companys to use renewable materials in their footwear. 

I really love this brand. Everything from their brand design, to customer service consistency and the quality of items. It is an investment brand, and a bonus-at-work treat but worth the money. Timeless footwear you will love for a long time, and that will go with most of your outfits. Highly recommend as a gift. 

Very poor customer service. Harassing anyone who reviews them negatively. Intimidating which means a company based off fear and toxic values. 

If you write a negative review, the company will insult and intimidate you. Most good companies have strong leadership but to insult a customer (I bought two boots and returned one pair--which means I still paid this company $700) is outrageous. 

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