CLOSED!
As I posted earlier, I was blessed to receive two pair of Joya Shoes to review.
They are... amazing. The sheer comfort of these shoes is enough to convert me to them forever.
I received the Venezia -- a very well crafted athletic shoe -- and the Cairo -- a sandal.
The Venezia is the Athletic Show that I reviewed here. To say that I'm impressed with it -- is an understatement!
I was, I admit, a bit disconcerted when I saw the sandals. I grew up on a beach and either went barefoot or wore sneakers or dress shoes. I took a dim view of sandals because they NEVER fit me right -- they hurt -- and I just never liked them.
However, Joya sent them to me and I had to give them a try.
WOW! I am so glad that I did, too! Trust me, these are NOT the typical sandal! The Cairo is constructed with total comfort in mind. You feel like you're walking on a cloud -- just as the designer, Karl Mueller Jr. intended!
Cairo Specs:
*Insole: 3D Mesh
*Midsole: Antibacteria Cool
*Outsole: Natural Rubber
*Sole construction: Active Air Pump
One of the things that won me over was the Three-Point Strap Adjustments at the heel, across the top of the foot, and the toe-box. Being able to adjust the fit of the sandal at these major points is a sure sign that the designers put the wearer's comfort at the forefront.
The sewn-in 3D Mesh insole is fantastic. It wicks away moisture and the small 'beads' have a massaging effect on the soles of your feet. It is simply bliss to walk in these shoes.
Another benefit -- the outsole of the shoe is NOT slick! It's ridged and patterned and it GRIPS the pavement. No slipping and sliding, no worrying about falling. Trust me, in Savannah Georgia (land of the cobblestone), this is extremely important!
For the first time in my life (and I'm 50), I'm wearing sandals. I am enjoying every single minute of it.
From the website:
*The Joya Sole Technology is a revolution. Our motto is: “Step inside, just walk and enjoy.” Due to the unique construction and technology of the sole, Joya needs no instruction manual as is the case with some other technical footwear brands. One does not need to learn how to walk with Joya -- Joya simply learns how to walk and function with its owner.*
***ATTENTION!*** Every 100th person who joins the Joya Shoes Facebook page... also gets a free pair of their choice!
Now, for the best part! The generous folks at Joya have kindly offered one of my readers a chance to win a pair of their shoes! Isn't that fantastic?
If you would like to own a pair of these amazingly well-made, comfortable shoes, then just follow the directions below for your chance to enter and win:
Open to USA only, please!
***NOTICE: You *MUST* leave your email address in the body of your comment or make your email address visible in your profile. If I cannot contact you -- you can't win!***
Please leave a separate comment for EACH entry!
MANDATORY ENTRY: Read my Joya Shoe review and tell me two things you learned about the shoes / company!
ADDITIONAL ENTRIES:
1. "LIKE" (Fan) Joya Shoes on Facebook.
2. Follow @joya_shoes on Twitter
3. Tell me which Joya Shoe you'd like to win!
4. Sign up for the Joya Shoe Newsletter on their main page.
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9. Tweet about this contest (no more than twice daily, please!)
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11. Enter another contest on my blog and then come back and tell me which one.
12. Grab my button and post it to your sidebar or favourites page!
BONUS ENTRIES!!! -- Want *8* bonus entries?
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This contest will be open from Thursday, July 14th until Friday, August 5th. Winner will be announced on Saturday, August 6th.
Disclosure: I was provided with two pair of Joya Shoes for the purpose of this review and giveaway. I received no other compensation. My opinion is based solely on my own experience and use of the items reviewed.
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 400 of 529 Newer› Newest»I Follow Lizz on Twitter @onceuponreview w/ katklaw777.
Which pair...I might get the Capri sandals for the hubby or the Marilyn for me! Hmmmmm
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i learned they cushion the joints and ease foot pain
i like the venezia
You felt that the Joya shoe needed no breaking in period, and that the shoe you received ran slightly small, but that concern is being addressed.
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I would like to have the Cairo sandal.
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I like that they have a sewn-in insole.
I would love to win the Cairo sandals in black.
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they encourage better posture and aide in toning the muscles of the calf and leg as you walk !
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i liked joya on FB!
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I like JOYA on Facebook (Carolsue Anderson)
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I would get the Cairo black size 10
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I learned Joya's have a patented Sole Technology that absorb shock, and also that they have an anti-microbial mid-sole. Would love to try these shoes! Thanks so much!
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I would love to win the Venezia.
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Re-do of Mandatory Entry: Two things I learned:
1) InSoles are sewn-in in the Venezia
2) Joya Sole Technology absorbs shock, reduces stress on joints, aligns the body and spine, and increases muscle activity
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Re-do of Mandatory Entry: Two things I learned:
1) InSoles are sewn-in in the Venezia
2) Joya Sole Technology absorbs shock, reduces stress on joints, aligns the body and spine, and increases muscle activity
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I entered the Ballasox contest
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Count me in. I have bad feet so these are right up my alley. I've learned that the mesh insole wicks away moisture and the small 'beads' have a massaging effect on the soles of your feet and that the outsole of the shoe is NOT slick.
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I'd probably choose the Joya Lara
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I didn't know that the Muellers developed both MBT and Joya (i'm a HUGE MBT fan!) I agree MBT are for "walking it out" and not really for stairs or anything requiring sideways movement. I didn't know Joya helps align the body/spine but still comfortable-awesome!
i like joya on FB
if i won i think i want the mariyn or the venezia (can't decide!)
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I learned that MBT (Masai Barefoot Technology) was born in 1996 and The key to the function of MBTs is the curved sole construction
Thank you for hosting this giveaway
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I love the Cairo in white
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Every step you take in Joya shoes mimics the natural foot strike of walking barefoot on soft natural terrain.
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I learned that 1) MBT was born in 1996. 2) The key to the function of MBTs is the curved sole construction.
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I'd like to win the Venezia.
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I learned that they are a rocker based shoe.
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I learned that the insoles are sewn-in. I also learned the insoles have a mesh center and a sort of massaging effect.
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I would choose the Marilyn shoes if I won.
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I learned the design is to encourage better posture and aide in toning the muscles of the calf and leg as you walk and I like that Joya needs no instruction manual as is the case with some other technical footwear brands.
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I learnt that Karl Mueller Sr. developed the Joya Shoe to cushion the joints, ease foot pain and increase toning.
I also learnt that Masai Barefoot Technology was born in 1996.
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I learned
1.They are similar in their outer-shell style and design but different in fit, comfort, and functionality.
2.The MBT Moja is a rocker-based technology shoe.
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I would love to win the Cario sandal!
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I learned that they use a rocker-based technology to help improve posture.
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I learned that that the company's inspiration for their shoes came from watching the Masai people walk barefoot and that the insoles have a mesh center
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learned that the shoes are rocker technology and created by the son of the developer of mbt shoes.
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follow joya shoes on twitter
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like the Venezia in women's 11
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I learned that Joya’s internationally patented Joya Sole Technology:
1 - reduces stress on joints
2 - aligns the body and spine
Thanks for the giveaway!
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Became a FB fan of Joya Shoes (Cheryl S)
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I'd like to win either the Skogs or the Venezia.
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I learned that the MBT Moja is a rocker-based technology shoe, and anti microbial mid-sole, thanks!
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I love the Cairo shoes
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