Kate Kanzier

Fantastic shoes at very reasonable prices, most of them appear to be leather too. I was quite shocked at how cheap some of them were, especially comparing them to high street shoe stores. Prices from £20 to around £65 for boots.
Interesting boutique style shop floor, but ridiculously rude staff. I sadly have to agree with all of the reviews about this shop — it really is the only aspect that lets this store down. Having walked in there this lunch time to try and find something sparkly and high-​heeled to take my mind off work, I received the coldest welcome upon entering the store, and the sales assistant was just plain rude! Looked like she clearly didn’t want to be there and kept scowling at everyone that walked in. Perhaps that was her way of making sales, but if it wasn’t for the prices I wouldn’t go back.

Given its proximity to my flat, I pop into Kate Kanzier with some frequency. I’m always pleasantly surprised by the selection and fair pricing (especially the deeply discounted sale shoes) but until my most recent visit I’d never found a pair I loved.
I only buy what I love. And as we all know, like-​a-​lot and love are not the same.
I was in the market for a pair of go anywhere black heels to replace the ones I’d worn down to nubs months earlier and to complement my favourite pair of patent peep toes (because they just aren’t all that practical in cooler temperatures.)
I came upon a pair that seemed a smidgen higher than what I’d normally choose (no need to get all vertiginous) as I’m not super adept at strutting my stuff in high heels (though I envy those who are.)
After putting them on and walking all over the store I was amazed at their comfort level and bought them straight away.
I’ve been sincerely happy with my shoes and they’ve served me well in London, San Francisco, Brussels and Zurich so far.
It must be said, though, that the shopping experience at Kate Kanzier leaves something to be desired. My experience has been that the shop girls here at best ignore you and at worst make it clear that they can’t be bothered to help. I’d love to see a little more cheeriness in this shop, it’d go a long way.

It is true they do have an array of fashionable brogues and shoes at a lower price than many high street competitors. However unlike their counterparts do not expect any degree of customer service at all, even to consumer rights law breaking degree.
I was refused both a refund or an exchange on a faulty pair of shoes. The surly and miserable shop staff claiming I should have spotted any faults in store. After some conversation, I managed to get them to repair the pair. However this turned out to be unsatisfactory too with the shoes still faulty.
I ended up emailing the company — and although their customer service was more helpful I was surprised that in the end they only offered an exchange rather than a refund (despite the stock changing, and the shoes I originally bought no longer being in stock). I probably could have argued for money back, but life’s too short and the shoes don’t really cost the earth at Kate Kanzier.
However as cheap as their shoes are, I shan’t be risking another fault and having to deal with their terrible customer service policy again. I feel disappointed — if I had a more pleasant experience I would have definitely bought more shoes from them. The staff have obviously never heard of good will. My recommendation is to save your money, either buy better quality shoes or purchase cheaper shoes from a store with an established customer service reputation.

Buyer beware. I desperately want to give 5 stars because I utterly love this shop: fabulous, glorious, beautiful, (sometimes!) comfortable, unique AND reasonably priced shoes usually made of sumptuous leather. I often go in just to ogle at the shoes when I’m walking by after a stressful meeting and suchlike: this shop is a better version of Spearmint Rhino for women, better because you can not only touch, but also afford to take them away, reasonably priced as they are.
However, a few warnings. The sizing here is mad: I wear a size 5, and my KK shoes are: sizes 4, 5, 6 and 6. I have tried on a 5 that fitted, and then a 6 in the same style which was too small. This would not detract from the 5 star status, it’s just a uncomfortable when you’re asking for 3 different sizes of the same shoe to the staff member who looks annoyed that you’re even in there: I totally agree with another reviewer about the surly service. I am meek polite and terribly English, and I thought the woman who got my shoes could not have looked more put out — until I asked for an alternative pair because the pair she gave me had a big splodge of glue on the toe. There are at least 2 other assistants I’ve seen who are a lot more friendly, unfortunately I have been served by her more. Again probably not bad enough to dock a star, as after all, I am buying shoes not dinner.
Which brings me to the reason for docking 2 stars — I have 4 pairs of shoes/​boots from here, and 3 of them have fallen apart within a few wears. One pair the strap came off, another the stitching came apart at the back, and my beautiful boots (which actually were not *that* cheap) I wore when it was raining and the heels just disintegrated and fell off! The manufacturing quality on some of the shoes just isn’t good enough.
KK policy is that faulty goods with the *mandatory receipts* are shipped off to the manufacturer in Asia for a decision about whether it’s actually a manufacturing fault. Whether something is a manufacturing fault or just poor quality is pretty subjective, so I’d be interested to know if anyone has tried. I lost my receipts so unfortunately can’t find out, so there are £140 worth of shoes collecting dust in the «shoes for the cobblers box» — for the money to repair them, I might as well hop along to the KK sale and replace them. It’s not stopped me buying a 4^th pair, so I hope these 3 were one offs — but it’s a big caveat emptor from me. The shoes are lovely and reasonably priced enough for me to yearn to buy one of each colour of my favourite style, but I just won’t because it’s just not worth the risk until they change their faulty goods policy.

When I was told there was a place in London called Leather Lane let’s just say I had a totally different impression. Luckily this one suited me much better than what I had thought up in my head.
I don’t know how Kate does it, but she’s created some seriously beautiful shoes at seriously impressive prices. For about £30, I’m amazed that you can find such unique and well-​built designer kicks, but here they are. I fell head over heels in love with pretty much every design, but was disheartened to find that they didn’t have most of the styles in my size in stock. My wallet was happier for it, but it was pretty sad, especially when it happened time and time again. Furthermore, a star is docked due to the not-​so-​friendly service. I get it: I’m an American and we’re loud and obnoxious, but the saleslady never once cracked a smile or went out of her way to help. There was no greeting, no offer of trying another size up or down or another color when my size was out of stock, no offer to call me when they got my size in, nothing. As a result, I felt bad asking her to try to find my size in another style, and therefore only bought one pair when I easily could have found 3 or 4 to love. Those are the little touches I’ve come to expect when shopping at small local storefronts like these: otherwise I’d just do all my shopping online.
Still, the gorgeous designs make up for the scowling service, so a hearty 4 stars for Kate Kanzier.

For those of you who know me well, you’ll know my love of shoes.
«You can never look fat in shoes.»
I had heard so much about this place; every time I looked up shoes on Unilocal,there it was — telling me I needed to come here and spend money. But it wasn’t until I had lunch with a good friend of mine and I noticed her awesome brogues that I was inspired enough to walk down to Leather Lane to find out for myself.
Kate Kanzier is one of the best value for money, boutique shoe shops in London. Just saying…
You’ll get On Trend shoes, not the cutting edge of fashion, but well made and stylish designs and all for under £50. They also have a load of leather handbags that make my pulse race. It’s just fantastic. Go. Shop. Be complete.

This should shop is gem I brought many shoes from here and bags now! The shoes are comfortable but the pumps doesn’t really last long but then I worn my out everyday!
i warn you now in recent months when i have visited the shop i have seen customers complain how their purchases break within the week.
They do not offer exchange or refunds on items only a credit note!

I almost don’t want to share this, merely for the fact that I may have to contend with a few more ladies for the precious foot candy that is on offer here. The shoes are fabulous, the bags, the sandals! And the best thing is that for such lovely wonderful creations, the prices are really reasonable considering the luxe feel they give off.
The place was already filled with women ooohing, aaahing, touching and trying on the aforementioned wonderful shoes and the store has a really nice sleek layout. So if you’re looking for some special dancing shoes or any other reason to part with some money on pretty pretty things. Come here. In fact, run! It is really is as good as this sychophantic rant!

Something tells me that I shouldn’t disclose one of the best kept secrets in London but another side of me feels it is only fair to share it with all those shoe lovers out there. At first glance Kate Kanzier appears to be a very expensive shop in what is otherwise a cheap and cheerful market street and even on entering that appearance still holds true. It is all black, shiny surfaces with very stylish shoes laid out on shelves showing them off to their best advantage. However, it is only once you start checking out the prices that you have to do a double take. I don’t know how they do it but the average shoe sells for around £50 and some gorgeous bags for not much more. My problem is that no matter how broke I am there is always a little bit left in the coffers for a pair of Kate’s shoes. Oh dear, now the secret is out!

Beautiful shoes have a magnetic pull that no foot-​adornment-​loving woman can escape. There is something about good looking heels, leather and soles that is just absolutely mesmerising. When I walked past Kate Kanzier and saw the few pairs of shoes in the display I lost my breath and could only recover it if I ran into the store and molested a pair of those gorgeous kickers. So I sprinted in and started getting all touchy-​feely.
The shoes in here are absolutely unique. They are a cross between 1940s glamour and modern sleekness. The designs are really innovative and edgy and simultaneously feminine and classic. Due to store’s décor I thought that this would be an exclusive and extremely expensive boutique. I was pleasantly surprised when I looked under the soles of one of my favourite pairs and found that they only cost £40! Discount not included. For all of those who are shoe obsessed, BEWARE of this shop. It could put you in serious debt.