It so happened historically that our shoes are not only a daily necessity, but also an indicator of a person's style and status. By shoes, you can easily determine who you have to deal with, whether this person is a big businessman or a factory worker. Fortunately, 2018 has changed the way the global fashion community looks at footwear from global brands. Today, we no longer need to save money for Louboutins or a pair from the Gucci fashion house. It is enough to find a high-quality and stylish pair of shoes from the middle price segment. But this choice becomes incredibly difficult for most of us. Therefore, we present to your attention an honest review of the Marco shoe brand, customer reviews and nuances that you should pay attention to when buying.
What is the Marco brand?
Holding "Marco"is considered the leader of the Belarusian shoe leather industry. It was founded in 1991. To date, the brand produces collections of women's, men's and children's shoes. This is about 4 million pairs per year under the Marco and Bravo logo.
The manufacturer himself claims that their models are of high quality and durability. This is confirmed by numerous awards and prizes, such as: "The Best Goods of the Republic of Belarus", "The Best Goods of the Republic of Belarus in the Russian Federation Market", the Prize of the Government of the Republic of Belarus for achievements in the field of quality.
Also to this we can add assurances that all models correspond to modern fashion trends. Is it really? And what do customers say about the famous Belarusian brand?
Marco shoe size chart
Shoes "Marco" is presented in a fairly wide range of sizes. Women's shoes are presented in the range from 34 to 42 sizes; men's - from 39 to 48.
Things are a little more complicated with children's and teenage shoes. Booties for the smallest customers are available in sizes 16 to 18, shoes for young children - from 19 to 26. Preschool and school groups are issued in size 27-37. A nice bonus for parents is that the company singles out girls' shoes in sizes 38-41 and youth shoes from sizes 38 to 41 inclusive into a separate group. These sizes in the teenage group will cost a little less than the adult line of models. It's connected withpeculiarities of pricing for children's goods in the Republic of Belarus.
On the official website of the company, both a dimensional grid and a metric grid are presented. Therefore, determining the size of shoes produced by this brand is quite simple. Here one cannot but agree with the reviews about the "Marco" size grid: it is quite wide, conveniently presented on the site and it is easy to determine the size with its help. Especially when it comes to children's shoes.
And now we present to your attention reviews of the dimensional grid of shoes "Marco".
Compliance of Marco shoe models with the declared sizes
It is possible to judge the correspondence of the actual sizes to the declared dimensional grid only thanks to the feedback on the dimension of the Marco shoes. In order to determine the correct size of the foot, it is necessary to measure the size of the foot. This value is written in millimeters. The distance from the heel to the tip of the thumb is measured (a detailed method for measuring the size is described on the official website of the holding).
Most of the reviews on the size of shoes "Marco" confirm that the shoes produced under the brand "Marco" correspond to the sizes stated on the site. But buyers should pay attention to the fact that most models are designed for a fairly wide foot. Wearers of narrow feet will have to take the time to find their perfect match.
Assortment of "Marco" women's shoes
Women's shoesin branded stores "Marco" is presented in a wide range and is regularly updated. Here you can find shoes, sandals, boots, boots, low shoes, etc. But what you definitely won’t find here is trendy trends. Most likely, classic boats will catch your eye, or models with fashionable elements from three years ago. So, on the shelves you can easily find wedge sneakers, which all fashionistas put in the "waiting box" last season, or shoes with figured heels, which have been out of date for a couple of years. Attempts to find a pair with a playful accent on the heel or toe in the winter collection "Autumn-Winter 2018-2019" are unlikely to be successful. If you decide to buy something really fashionable, this brand is not worth your time.
Shoes "Marco" will suit those who are looking for a comfortable pair for everyday wear without pretense of fashion. Comfort shoes are widely presented here. It will sit well on the leg and be comfortable to wear. Models are presented both from natural materials and from modern synthetic counterparts.
Reviews from women
And now we will present reviews of women's shoes "Marco". In various forums, buyers share their real impressions of the purchased goods. There are both positive reviews about Marco shoes and negative ones. For example, female customers highly praise the attendants in Marko's branded stores. But this applies only to those situations when it does not concern the return of defective pairs of shoes and boots. But the complaints aboutunfortunately the quality was better than expected. Consumers are unhappy that the shoes lose their shape and color very quickly. Especially many claims are made to the quality of the sole. In summer models, it tends to crack after 3-4 weeks, and the heel fastening also leaves much to be desired.
To be fair, most of the negative reviews were written in 2018. It is not clear what this is due to: changes in production or some other factors, but there is only one conclusion to be drawn - carefully inspect the shoes you want to purchase and follow the warranty periods.
Men's shoes "Marco"
Men's shoes "Marko" are characterized by conciseness and simplicity. Most of the models are made in a classic style. The color is mostly monochromatic. Summer collections are dominated by light shades (beige, white, milky), and dark ones (black, brown, blue) prevail in winter collections. Sneakers under the Marco brand can boast of brighter colors. But, unfortunately, there are not as many of them as we would like.
Separately, you can highlight shoes for outdoor activities "Marco". Today it is represented by several models of textile boots. They are protected from moisture, perfect for outdoor recreation.
Marco men's shoes: reviews
Now let's pay attention to the quality of men's shoes. The opinion of all buyers agrees on the following: men's shoes are comfortable and have a good model range. But,when buying, you should pay special attention to the quality of the sole, heel and accessories. The problem is exactly the same as in the women's line - the sole, which tends to crack and crumble. If a man can look at trampled shoes through his fingers, then a hole in the sole is unlikely to leave anyone indifferent.
Children's shoes "Marco", reviews
Children's shoes are presented in a wide range. Here you can find models for both toddlers up to a year, and for high school students. These are various booties, sandals, boots, low shoes, boots, etc. Marco children's shoes are distinguished by a wide selection of models, affordable prices and acceptable quality. Most reviews of children's shoes "Marco" are positive. Buyers note that it is worn well, retains its appearance for a long time.
Some problems occur with synthetic leather. It tends to lose color and "peel". Therefore, it is better to give preference to natural materials.
Conclusion
Shoes "Marko" is the largest footwear manufacturer in the Republic of Belarus. It is sold both on the domestic market and in the countries of the former USSR. Over the years, "Marco" has established itself as a brand that produces high-quality modern shoes. This is confirmed by reviews of Marco shoes for the period from 2000 to 2014. Fashionable, comfortable shoes are worn well for several seasons in a row. Here is what buyers said about the products of the holding. But, unfortunately, over the past two years, the trends have changed dramatically. "Marco" has ceased to please its customers with modern interesting models. More and more often on the shelves you can see outdated flat sandals, or models that the Spaniards call anatomico.
Product quality has also changed not for the better. Despite the fact that the company's management declares the introduction of modern materials that should improve the consumer properties of products, the opposite is true. The main problems arise with polymer soles. They do not withstand long wear. When buying, you need to pay attention to the material from which it is made and the quality. The sole must not be damaged or deformed.
