Happy Bummel Shoes Customers 

"I called a couple of weeks ago with the hope that Bummel shoes can be my saving grace.  I had a foot op and no shoes except Vivo barefoot shoes fitted me.  Wonderful shoes but quite expensive.  Actually overseas barefoot shoes are quite the thing but for us, it’s only Vivo.  Believe me I checked.   

The lady at the shop took my measurements and said that no shoe in the bummel shop would fit my foot.  I felt devastated but decided that the Azizi had the same shape as Vivos.  So, against all odds I did order a size larger than what I normally wear and asked for the wide fit.  And success: the shoe fits my foot PERFECTLY, just like the Vivos, just cheaper.   At last I can buy barefoot shoes in South Africa.   Beautifully made, soft leather, piece of art.  Found the right shoe just like Cinderella. Thank you Bummel.  Please keep making the barefoot type shoes, I am sure that there are many other women with the same problem. Thank you!!!! - Annelize Veltman Potgieter, June 2023

"Absolute best leather shoes you could ever own, and the people, company, and service are just excellent. You have have a customer for life here. I wear mine every single day and recently had to re-sole them - best service, they are good as new and they even threw in a new pair of inners! Don't think, just buy these shoes.Oh and did I mention that it is by FAR the best-looking "vellies" out there? - Marius Bloemhof, May 2023

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"I am over 80 years old and bought myself a pair of "pink" vellies. These are the most comfortable shoes I ever owned. Thank you." - Herta Barnard, August 2022

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"I had long been eyeing a pair of Bummel shoes that came to violin lessons on the feet of one of my pupils each week and I waited patiently for your sale. When my size had sold out, I was rather irritated that I had to buy the shoes at full price as they truly were a little out of my budget! I have lived in these shoes since they arrived in January and I have just spent 4 weeks travelling around the Netherlands - mostly walking and cycling in them as my takkies have been too warm. They have been worth every cent I paid and more!

Not only are they comfortable (and I have put them through thousands of steps and bicycle rotations a day), they actually just make me happy every time I look at them as they are so beautiful! With gratitude to all who are involved in making happy feet at Bummel! - Kerryn Torrance, July 2022 

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"I bought a pair of the Zahara Tuxedo for myself in January 2021, sceptical of the quality and durability of the shoes as I am with every pair I buy because I must admit for some reason my feet likes eating shoes.

I went back to visit you in George February 2022 and had my vellies upgraded to the harder sole and with all honesty it is just as comfortable as the soft ones. Bummel Shoes are definitely first choice when it comes to buying shoes. They are by far the most durable & comfortable shoes that I have bought in a very very long time and will continue to buy. Since my first pair my girlfriend has bought a pair of Akina Namib and her mother also bought a pair of Nala Sandals a week or so back. Both very happy with their buys.

A friend of mine called them my DKW’s (Dans, kerk en werk) as I am always wearing them to everything, formal or informal they really fit in everywhere. Bummel Shoes are made with love, passion and attention to detail and that’s what makes them so special.

I am only writing my review a year later as I wanted to see what the shoes are really made of in terms of quality and you have outdone yourself, Also the best service that I have received from any business owner." - Quinten De Jager, March 2022

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"My dad and I have bought a pair of Bummel shoes, and they are just fantastic.  I have never worn shoes as comfortable whilst being stylish in my life!  They are even more comfortable than all my sneakers from reputable brands and my other leather shoes. These shoes are just fantastic.  I even want to sleep with them on!" - Johann Meyer, November 2020

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"Thank you for the quick delivery after getting back into things after L5 Lock Down. The Zuri Button Pink is made with a durable leather and the quality is impeccable. Shoes that will last for many many seasons." - Marzanne Wet, Montagu

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"Love, love my find at Kamers. Thank you Michael for making me this funky (un)pair of shoes" - Karin Cronje, Franschhoek

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"The most comfortable shoes I've ever worn." - Charlie Kuzmanich

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"Thank you for my beautifully handcrafted leather shoes. They will be taking me to the most stunning locations in the Garden Route this busy season." Michelle van Staden, Michelle Photography George

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"These Bummels are made for walking." - Karen Comley, Cape Town

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"Great Quality! Stunning shoes and super comfy. Also great service from Michael and his team!" - Madelein Walker

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"Truly the highest quality handmade leather shoes! The guys from Bummel shoes have truly a passion and love for their products, and it shows in the attention to detail! Would highly recommend them!" - Jaco van Staden, George

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"I’ve been looking, trying on Veldskoen type shoes for a long time. Looking for comfort for my broad feet and soft leather. I found them at last!!!! Bummel made mine to order and I don’t want to wear any of my other shoes again. I just love mine. Thank you for making these gorgeous shoes." - Hildegard Nuhs Copeland

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"A week before the lock-down I bought a pair of Azizi Olive shoes. Since then, they have become my most favourite and beloved pair of shoes and I'm so grateful for them. For a long time I've been searching for shoes with a wide toebox. You just don't find such shoes. I was so happy to hear about Bummel shoes because they have a wide toebox and is exactly what I needed!! The best shoes ever! Will never buy any other shoes again. I recommend your shoes to all my friends and family." - Hannelouw van Staden, May 2020

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"Wow, Michael! My shoes are incredible - they fit like a glove and I cannot get over how beautiful and soft the leather is. They are a work of art. Thank you so much. I think they are awesome!" - Val Ochse, May 2020 (pink Ashuras - a special order) 

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"Thank you for the efficient service and delivery of our shoes all the way to Hermanus - my daughter is in love with her pumps and we will be ordering more styles for the rest of the family. I am recommending you to everyone!" - Yolande Pieterse, Hermans, June 2020

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"I don't think I will ever wear shoes again if they are not from Bummel Shoes. My world opened up to real leather shoes." Beth Riet, July 2020

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"I only take mine off when I go to bed." Olga Els Bosch, July 2020

"I've worn my Bummel Shoes since the day they've arrived. Have never bought and wore any leather shoe straight away for days to come. Super comfortable. 

And last night we were the first responders to a friend's house burning down. And these beauts helped a lot running through broken glass while everybody else was wearing flip-flops mostly. So I know now it's definitely NOT only a winter shoe. 
Thanks Bummel. I'm never looking at any other leather shoe again. And will definitely be adding to my collection." - Anja Visser, Leipoldtville, West Coast, January 2021

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