DextraPerspective

Custom Handmade Barefoot Minimalist Shoes for Women

St Louis, Missouri

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Note from shop owner HI, thanks for coming by! I'll be taking a break for the next couple of months. It has really weighed heavy on me, to be running behind on orders and I am creating a little space to do a few things. I am sending messages to you individually if I am getting close to the due date and will not be on time. Please contact me if you have any questions. Opening a case through Etsy can cause issues with me being able to continue selling here. Please message me, and I will be happy to work with you.

First and foremost to do is, create a fantastic pair of shoes for all of you wonderful people who have been so kind and patient with me. This depth of grief is a new experience for me. I am so immensely grateful for all of you that have supported me through this time. This year, also, turned out to be my busiest year yet, and have not yet been able to find the right person to help me regularly. Please know that I care and am working very hard to get your orders to you as quickly as I can.

Next on my list, is to take care of all of you who have been waiting for quite a while for a special custom pair of shoes. I love working with you to create these awesome new designs. Expect to be hearing from me very soon. If you have already sent me a message about a ordering a pair, know that I will be contacting you as soon as I am closer to caught up.

And after all that, I'll be creating a new line of loafers and maybe even a sandal! I'm looking forward to creating some art pieces and using the scraps from 6 years of making shoes.

Anyway.... thank you all so much for making Dextra Perspective what is today. I will be back soon with new and exciting stuff. And thank for your patience and understanding, this community has seen me through the toughest season of my life so far.

All my best!
❤Mandy

Note from shop owner

Last updated on Aug 4, 2022

HI, thanks for coming by! I'll be taking a break for the next couple of months. It has really weighed heavy on me, to be running behind on orders and I am creating a little space to do a few things. I am sending messages to you individually if I am getting close to the due date and will not be on time. Please contact me if you have any questions. Opening a case through Etsy can cause issues with me being able to continue selling here. Please message me, and I will be happy to work with you.

First and foremost to do is, create a fantastic pair of shoes for all of you wonderful people who have been so kind and patient with me. This depth of grief is a new experience for me. I am so immensely grateful for all of you that have supported me through this time. This year, also, turned out to be my busiest year yet, and have not yet been able to find the right person to help me regularly. Please know that I care and am working very hard to get your orders to you as quickly as I can.

Next on my list, is to take care of all of you who have been waiting for quite a while for a special custom pair of shoes. I love working with you to create these awesome new designs. Expect to be hearing from me very soon. If you have already sent me a message about a ordering a pair, know that I will be contacting you as soon as I am closer to caught up.

And after all that, I'll be creating a new line of loafers and maybe even a sandal! I'm looking forward to creating some art pieces and using the scraps from 6 years of making shoes.

Anyway.... thank you all so much for making Dextra Perspective what is today. I will be back soon with new and exciting stuff. And thank for your patience and understanding, this community has seen me through the toughest season of my life so far.

All my best!
❤Mandy

Mandy Boland

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About DextraPerspective

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Dextra Perspective: Custom Handmade Fabric Shoes for Women and Kids - and a Few other fun things

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  • Mandy Boland

    Owner, Designer, Maker

    My soul chose this life to create. I love making things work better, fit better, and maybe even look better.

Shop policies

Last updated on Jul 1, 2019

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Customs and import taxes

Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.

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Cancellations

Cancellations: not accepted

Please contact the seller if you have any problems with your order.

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Last updated on May 18, 2022

Frequently asked questions

What Size am I?

**Please measure your feet. Many customers see themselves needing a different size when measured.**

Measure the length of your foot from the longest points.

**It is extremely important to measure your foot while standing**
You can easily do this by putting your heel against a wall. Draw a straight line parallel to the wall at your longest toe. measure this distance.

**Add between a 1/4" and a 1/2" to the measurement depending on your preference for fit.

**Find the closest measurement within the "Sizing details" located below. including the added length.

**See the visual diagram within the pics.

Metric Sizes
Measure your foot and use Google to convert the measurement into inches.

Women's Sizes

Women's Sizing = Finished Length of Shoe
5 = 8 13/16"
5 1/2 = 9"
6 = 9 3/16"
6 1/2 = 9 3/8"
7 = 9 9/16"
7 1/2 = 9 3/4"
8 = 9 15/16"
8 1/2 = 10 1/8"
9 = 10 5/16"
9 1/2 = 10 1/2"
10 = 10 11/16"
10 1/2 = 10 7/8"
11 = 11 1/16"
11 1/2 = 11 1/4"
12 = 11 7/16"
12 1/2" = 11 5/8"
13= 11 3/4"
13 1/2" = 12”
14 = 12 3/16”
14 1/2" = 12 3/8"
15 = 12 9/16"

Kids' Sizes

Kid's Sizing = Finished Length of Shoe
Baby Size 3 = 4"
3 1/2 = 4 3/16"
4 = 4 3/8"
4 1/2 = 4 9/16"
5 = 4 3/4"
5 1/2 = 4 15/16"
6 = 5 1/8"
6 1/2 = 5 5/16"
7 = 5 1/2"
7 1/2= 5 11/16"
8= 5 7/8"
8 1/2= 6 1/16"
9= 6 1/4"
9 1/2=6 7/16"
10= 6 5/8"
10 1/2= 6 13/16"
11= 7"
11 1/2= 7 3/16"
12= 7 3/8"
12 1/2= 7 9/16"
13= 7 3/4"
13 1/2= 7 15/16"
1 = 8 1/8"
1 1/2 = 8 5/16"
2 = 8 1/2"
2 1/2 = 8 11/16"
3 = 8 7/8"

Are these shoes washable? Waterproof?

Washable?
Yes!
You may wash shoes from Dextra Perspective using COLD (room temp or luke warm is fine) water, by hand or in a washing machine.
Drying: It is recommended to let the shoes air dry and avoid heat to the sole. (Heat from asphalt or the ground does not cause and issue.)

Waterproof?
Currently, the simple answer is, no. You are welcome to use a waterproofing agent to help keep water out. Scotch Guard spray and wax are 2 commonly used ways to help protect your shoes from water.

I am looking into ways to offer waterproofing/resistance to you in the future.

How long do these shoes last?

Much of this depends on how you use and care for your shoes, just like any other pair you own.

Rubber soles are more durable for hard abrasive surfaces such as concrete or asphalt. See more about soles below in "Sole Option Details"

Caring for your feet will increase the life span of the insole. More options for insoles soon to come!

Sole Option Details

Thin Rubber Sole: This is the thinnest sole option and offers the most barefoot feel. Approx 1/16" thickness. Vibram Brand

Leather Only Sole: This sole is a little thicker to start. Approx 1/18". The leather quickly molds to your foot with wear, and will thin with use and abrasive surfaces. You can walk on any surface you would normally walk on with this sole, grass, dirt, gravel, roads and sidewalks. Your leather only soles are finished with a weather proof conditioner. It is recommended to reapply a similar agent regularly for the best results. The leather has a smooth finish and will be slippery on certain or wet surfaces. To get more traction see the Leather + Rubber options.

Sole Option Details (Cont.)

Thick Rubber:
The thick rubber sole is also from Vibram. It is approx 1/8" thick. This sole gives you a more soft and cushy feel to your shoes.

Leather + Thin Rubber:
The thin rubber is added to the leather sole giving it more traction. This combination also adds thickness to the sole of the shoe. You get the benefits of the leather and the thin rubber. Leather = 1/8" + Thin Rubber = 1/16" Total = 3/16" thick sole.

Leather +Thick Rubber:
Thick Rubber soling is added to the leather sole giving the benefits of both leather that molds to your foot and the soft cushy feel of the thick rubber. Traction is also added. Leather = 1/8" + Thick Rubber = 1/8" Total = 1/4" thick sole.

Can I get this in black? And Other Custom Options.

Yes, I would be happy to make any style in black. Or brown, tan/beige, gray, purple, green and many other colors. Let me know what color you would like and I can source the fabric for you. Some fabrics are more expensive than others, incurring an up charge.

**Simply note that you would like the shoes in black at purchase in the "Add to Your Personalization" or "Notes to Seller" box.
Did you find a fabric you love and want it as a pair of ballet flats or moccasins? Send me a note in your purchase or use the "Custom Request" button with the link to your design. Depending on the custom request additional charges may apply.
Do you need multiple pairs? Send me a custom request!
Got a crazy idea? Let's discuss!
Sole Option Details (Cont.)
Thick

What if My Shoes Don't Fit?

Dextra Perspective shoes will stretch and mold to your foot with wear, and will happen relatively quickly. They are designed to fit a wider foot bed. Narrow and extra wide options are available.
A few things can be done to correct minor issues. Contact me to send them back to me and I will make most adjustments free of charge. Some customers have preferred to take them to a local shoe repair for slight adjustments.
Check the measurements of your foot to ensure the correct size was ordered. Make sure you are standing with weight on your foot for measuring.
If there are fit issues that cannot be corrected with minor adjustments, you may return them for a 50% credit towards a new pair or return. You are also welcome to resell them.

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