thaely.com Reviews 180

TrustScore 3 out of 5

2.9

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Review summary

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Evaluating 47 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Customers generally appreciate the quality of the products, often finding them comfortable and well-designed. Many people are satisfied with the fit and feel of the shoes, highlighting their suitability for various activities and their overall comfort. However, some people were dissatisfied with their order and delivery experiences. Several customers reported not receiving their products, experiencing significant delays, or having issues with tracking. There were also concerns about the product itself, with some reviewers mentioning discomfort due to specific design elements or issues with sizing and the company's return policy.

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Product

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Quality

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Order

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Delivery service

Consumers find delivery service to be negative. Many experienced significant delays, with some waiting almost... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst customer service in existence. Thaely doesn't even have a exchange policy forget return, if I'm ordering shoes online and your website doesn't have a proper measuring scale chart, what am I... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I placed an order on the 25th March. Even after waiting for almost 12 days, there was no updates regarding the delivery. I emailed them asking for an update but got no response. So I had to message th... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered Tech Tabi -from Indian website- but has issue with the size, and since more than a month I have been sending emails & X message for replacement but there has been no reply. No way of rea... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered a pair of shoes in early June, the tracker still saying that the package in on it's way now in late August. I have contacted customer service three times but with no response. So it's seems l... See more


Company details

  1. Shoe shop

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Thaely is a vegan, sustainable sneaker company that makes footwear from recycled materials. Thaely is PETA certified vegan and uses about 10 plastic bags and 12 plastic bottles to make each pair of their sneakers. The word "Thaely" is derived from the Hindi word for plastic bags, as the name suggests, Thaely's sneakers are made primarily from plastic bags, this has been achieved by Thaely's very own invention "ThaelyTex" a unique leather replacement made entirely of waste plastic bags. Thaely prides itself with highly ethical production practices and is sustainable down to the packaging. The shoes are packed in a reusable tote bag instead of a dust bag, the shoebox is dyed with coffee grounds and is plantable with embedded basil seeds.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not buy

I applaud their environmental approach, but their shoes are low quality and unfortunately. They also don’t honor their return policy. Stay away from them.

18 November 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Today they tried to deliver the package…

Today they tried to deliver the package to me but they told me that I have to pay €36. When I bought the product I paid the taxes and the shipping was free. I don't understand why now I have to pay to have it delivered to me. The transport company tells me that you have to solve the problem or they will not deliver the package to me.

6 November 2023
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Reply from thaely.com

Hello Alvaro, those are custom charges and are applicable on all orders, as stated in our policies. Your shipping is indeed free and we don't charge any amount of additional taxes at our product check out, just the shoe amount.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Uncomfortable shoes and zero customer service

While I applaud their attempt at building a shoe from recycled materials, they are very uncomfortable and sized incorrectly. Furthermore they have a nonexistent customer service department and therefore they do not comply with their own policy on returns and exchanges. This is a scam. Do not waste your money.

26 October 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absent costumer service.

I like the concept of the shoes per se.
But completely absent costumer service.
Tried to contact them via email and via social media and no answer at all.

The size that I ordered corresponds to my usual EU size. But the shoes fit waaaay too tight. They feel like 1 size smaller at least, and there is no possibility to exchange the product.
So now I saved some plastic to produce some amazing shoes that I’m not gonna be able to use 🤷🏼‍♀️

Edit: after this comment, the same day the costumer service replied to my email and says that they are available for further questions and then disappears again

19 October 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAM!

no refund, custom duties, no support, worst experience i had in my life so far with an online shop

tried to contacted them multiple times

no answer

26 October 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Be warned about no returns for size!

Be warned about no returns for size!

Unfortunately I didn’t read the return policy closely enough and didn’t realize that you can’t return due to sizing. The shoes ran very narrow so they could not be worn and also not returned. They offered me returning them and getting a 40% off discount of my next purchase. Um, no. We are keeping the shoes to find someone else they might fit rather than get a lame discount and potentially be in a worse place then we are now.

7 October 2023
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Attention to the size

Shoes are beautiful and comfortable, the stuff is always in touch. I’ve been surprised also of the fast delivery. The only thing I was disappointed of is the size… I ordered 38 (EU) and I would never think that sneakers could be different but it’s definitely straight… Sure, I had to pay more attention choosing the size, but honestly I think that sneakers shouldn’t have this kind of problems.

7 October 2023
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great shoes!

Great company with a good initiative to recycle plastic to shoes. The shoes were of sturdy build and unique design. Unfortunately there was a small defect on the shoes when it arrived, but their customer service was very prompt with their refund/exchange process. Will buy again!

5 October 2023
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

ALL SALES FINAL

I really like the shoes that I received but I don’t know how they feel because the size is wrong. Their website says they accept returns but they don’t! All sales are final unless THEY did something wrong. So don’t expect them to answer you when you wanna make a return. It’s YOUR fault. Too bad. That’s the horrible customer service I got. I’m sure the product is good but customer service is non-existent. So make sure you order the right thing, cause you’re stuck with it!

7 October 2023
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Reply from thaely.com

Hello Sarah, as stated in our website's policy, we only accept returns and exchanges in case of damages or error in shipping on the company's behalf. We've taken your email feedback into account, hope that helps. Thank you for your review!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Additional costs unexpected in the…

Additional costs unexpected in the delivery of 38€. Inform the customer before!!!

29 September 2023
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Reply from thaely.com

Hello Miriam, the costs incurred are customs taxes, the shipping was paid for by us. Customs are applicable on international orders and vary as per region so this is something customers have to co-operate with their local authorities for as stated in our shipping policy.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Room For Improvement

They have a great look, a reasonable price for the concept and the ability to recycle from start to finish is astonishing but the shoes rub on the ankles, they're only made in men's sizes and the Thaely logo peeled off the tongue and the back within 2 wears.

Replying to reply: I've never heard of unisex shoes. Women and men have different anatomy when it comes to feet. Width, arch, etc. If I did it by length I'd need a size 7.5, you dont have half sizes, and I ordered a 6 (men's equivalent) which fits well enough (a little baggy) but if I bought a size that was my actual length (as you suggest) it would be too big.

28 September 2023
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Reply from thaely.com

Thank you for the feedback! Our sizes are unisex and our size chart is measurement based, hope that helps.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The shoes are amazing!!

The shoes are amazing, made from 10 plastic bags and 12 plastic bottles picked up form the streets in India! They are comfortable, 100% vegan and PETA approved! The customer service is amazing- they are responsive and considerate.

27 September 2023
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Reply from thaely.com

Thank you for your kind review Sven, don't forget to plant your shoebox!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast shipping, great packaging and tracking *

Very quick shipping and response given the distance the shoes travelled.

Very pleased with the packaging, and overall quality of the product.

One tiny defect was a thread a little loose on the shoe., which I have been able to fix myself.

They have a really cool whatsapp customer service setup, so you can easily track your order, and get additional details.

I came across the shoes on Instagram, and the whole purchase was really easy.

If this review sounds far too positive, its because the whole process was so pleasant.

27 September 2023
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Reply from thaely.com

Thank you for your kind review Liam, don't forget to plant your Thaely shoebox!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Hello

Hello! I would like to return my order if possible due to purchasing the wrong size for me. My order number is ORDER #TH3724. May I have assistance with this return request? Thank you.

27 September 2023
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Love them

Shipping confirmation didn’t come for 7-8days made me worried but arrived promptly after shipped. They are very very cute. May take some time to break in but love these shoes. Thank you.

29 September 2023
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Reply from thaely.com

Thank you for your kind review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sustainability and ethics

The sneakers are super cool and these fit perfectly. I love the sustainability and ethics of Thaely and I’m super impressed for how they use trash for making sneakers! Thaely might be the first ever company with an honest mission of making world better place!
Also the delivery was super fast from India to Europe! Highly rocommend!

27 September 2023
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Reply from thaely.com

Thank you for your kind review Elviira!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I must have misunderstood the sizing…

I must have misunderstood the sizing and didn't realize they were all men's sizes so both pairs of shoes are way too big. I read reviews and looked over the page so I don't think it was clear that women should order two sizes smaller since they are based on male sized feet.

4 September 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Proud Customer

I was very impressed watching the video about the company and the process of making the shoes. The shoes arrived quickly and fit perfectly. I bought one black pair for myself and a white pair for my wife. They look great! As for comfort, they are a bit stiff around the ankle. Hopefully, they will loosen when I break them in;)

4 September 2023
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Reply from thaely.com

Hello Tom, thank you for your kind review!

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