laidback london Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Considering 46 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company, often sharing wonderful feedback about their overall purchases. Customers truly love the products, noting that the footwear items are exceptionally comfortable, wonderfully warm, beautifully crafted, and very stylish for daily wear. Shoppers frequently mention that the delivery service is remarkably fast and the overall item quality consistently exceeds all expectations. However, some customers also noted frustrating difficulties with customer service responsiveness, including long communication delays, unhelpful interactions, and unanswered follow-up emails. Others experienced specific challenges regarding incorrect sizing, mismatched items received in the mail, or ongoing problems with product exchanges and returns.

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Product

Customers consistently note positive experiences with product, praising the soft materials, gorgeous designs,... See more

Quality

Reviewers mention positive feedback about quality, highlighting that items are well made, soft, and feature... See more

Return policy

Customers had negative experiences with return policy, reporting various issues like incorrect sizing,... See more

Order

Clients share ambiguous opinions on order experiences, noting a mix of sizing errors and fulfillment... See more

Customer service

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I am updating this review because after getting in contact with LBL customer service they have sorted out the problem and I’m happy to report that my boots arrived today and I love them. I was even... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Lovely products, just a couple of observations. I was sent a size 40 in a 39 box, so I had to send it back. The customer service team were very helpful.. however one of the flip flops had a sharp edge... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Love my sandals! Very high quality and well made, beautiful bead work. Comfortable after they are worn a few times. The only issue is that I wish they had half sized because I had to size up to a seve... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service, super fast shipping and the boots are just what I wanted; comfortable, warm, well made and look great. Thank you!


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Born in 2002 at London's iconic Portobello Market, laidback london embraces the beauty of handmade products crafted on the Kenyan coast. Committed to durability and sustainability, laidback london supports local communities and offers products that truly last. Each piece in the collection is unique, embodying timeless design and valuing natural materials that only get better with age.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I kept one pair and sent to back to…

I kept one pair and sent to back to exchange for a bigger size. I still haven’t received the exchange and it’s been over a month. I’m paying for shipping costs both to and from. Awful. Can’t get a hold of anyone when you call.

31 March 2025
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Reply from laidback london

Hi Erin, thanks for your message and we're really sorry to hear about the delay and frustration. I’ve looked into this for you — your exchange order was created, but unfortunately both items were out of stock. I can see that our team already emailed you on Saturday regarding your options, and we understand you've now requested a refund. We’ll make sure this is processed as quickly as possible. Thanks for your patience and again, sincere apologies for the inconvenience.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sandals were beautiful however not wide…

Sandals were beautiful however not wide enough. They were sent as a present and too late now to change them for a different style

10 April 2025
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Reply from laidback london

Hi Karen, thank you for your feedback. We’re glad to hear you found the sandals beautiful, though we’re sorry to hear the fit wasn’t quite right. We do include detailed sizing information and return timelines on our website to help guide gift purchases, but we completely understand that sometimes gifts don’t go as planned. While it may be too late for an exchange this time, we’d be happy to help you find a better-fitting style in the future.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The sandals are beautiful but UNCOMFORTABLE

The sandals are beautiful, however they are VERY VERY UNCOMFORTABLE. I haven't been able to use them, just walking a few steps the design on top hits my feet and it hurts to walk.

7 April 2025
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Reply from laidback london

Hi Diana, thank you for your feedback, and we're sorry to hear the sandals haven't been comfortable to wear. Our styles are handcrafted using natural leather, which can feel firm at first but does soften and mold to the shape of your foot with wear. That said, comfort is personal, and we’re sorry this pair didn’t work for you. If the sandals are still in unworn condition, you're welcome to return or exchange them in line with our policy, which is outlined on our website.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Shoes are not made to fit feet

Shoes are not made to fit feet. Very pretty, but extremely uncomfortable.

9 April 2025
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Reply from laidback london

Hi Deborah, thank you for your feedback. We're really sorry to hear that the shoes didn’t feel comfortable. We understand that fit can vary depending on individual foot shape. The leather we use is intended to soften and mold with wear, but we appreciate that this doesn’t work for everyone. If your pair is still in unworn condition, you're welcome to return them—full details can be found on our website.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well Earner Loyal Customer

Customer service is vital to your business. Timeliness in getting the product also is integral. Laidback London has an exceptional product and exceptional customer service. The shoes are beautifully made with an understated elegance. I would rather have one pair of Laidback shoes that ten of another. Love love them. . Thanks.

6 May 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service. My sandals were delivered on time and well packaged. The quality of my purchase is very good, and I've received many compliments with regard to the sandals as they are quite unusual. I am very pleased with my purchase and highly recommend Laidbacklondon.

3 April 2025
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The quality of material is great

The quality of material is great, I love the fact that they’re handcrafted and the uniqueness of the sandals. The sandals will need some breaking in. I wore the sandals one time and unfortunately, the material across the toes is so stiff it scraped skin off of my toes. I may have to put on a thin sock and walk around the to break them in.

2 April 2025
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Reply from laidback london

Thank you so much for the kind words about the quality and craftsmanship — that really means a lot to us. We're sorry to hear about the discomfort across the toes. The leather does soften with wear, but we completely understand how that first wear can be tough. If you need any tips or support, feel free to reach out to us directly!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Cute sandalsThe sole of the sandal feel nice and…

The sole of the sandal feel nice and comfy. The ring on top was a little bothersome, hence the 4 stars, but maybe I just need to break it in. Hope so! They’re super cute😉

31 March 2025
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Reply from laidback london

Hi Cath, thanks so much for your feedback! We're glad to hear the sole feels comfy and that you’re loving the look 😊 The leather ring will soften with a bit of wear, but if it continues to bother you, feel free to reach out—we’re here to help!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I received a size that didn’t fit

I received a size that didn’t fit. I tried to return or exchange but the instructions didn’t let me do so. I still have shoes I cannot wear or exchange after repeated attempts to contact you. I still wish to do so.

31 March 2025
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Reply from laidback london

Hi Beth, thanks for your message, and so sorry to hear this has been your experience. We did reply to your email on April 9—please check your spam folder in case it landed there. I’ve just sent you another email to help resolve this. We’ll make sure this gets sorted for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love this company

I love this company! Have numerous pairs of sandals. Good quality and comfortable, accurate sizing, swift delivery and great ethics. Who could ask for more?

13 March 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just love Laidback Londons Footwear

I purchased three pairs of boots from Laidback London from the November 2024 to January 2025… they are so just comfortable to wear I absolutely love them and would not hesitate to purchase them again and again . I feel that this footwear caters for any age range, they are just so trendy. As for myself having the zips on the sides of the boots makes them so easy to put on especially if you have arthritis in the knees which I have . But what did it for me was that I had taken the boots to get rehealed as the left boot had worn down quite a bit due to how I walk . However the shoes menders quoted £80 to £90 pounds for them to be repaired which I declined. I contacted Laidback London for any advice they could give me regarding the repair and without any hesitation they replaced them. I was so overwhelmed and extremely grateful for their kindness. What a truly wonderful company may I wish them ongoing success now and always .

20 March 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best boots I have ever owned!

I have been wearing these boots since the end of 2024 and I intentionally came back to my order to write a review because I love these boots. There are those few purchases in life where you feel that they were truly well worth the expense and beyond, these boots are one of those purchases. I have them in white yet they have withstood mud puddles and rain all winter long. They keep my feet warm and are very comfortable. I highly recommend these!!

19 November 2024

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