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Water Buffalo Sandals
$45.00 $24.99 -45%
Walk a day in these authentic Hand-Crafted Hippie Sandals and you will feel as though you have stepped back into the Summer of Love.
Also known as Jesus Sandals, in India they're called Kolhapuri chappals and have been worn as early as the 13th century. Later they were made famous in America during the hippie generation of the 1960's and 1970's.
They are still very popular today for a great reason, many people feel they are exceptionally comfortable and the next best thing to bare feet! Upon breaking them in, they form to the shape of your foot for a truly custom feeling fit.
*These are handmade sandals in unisex sizes so we highly recommend measuring one of your shoes before ordering. Please use the Measurements below to find your correct fit.
- DETAILS:
Made of Leather
There's an "Old Hippie" secret for breaking in your new pair of sandals - put your sandals on, soak them in water while they're still on your feet and wear them until they are totally dry. They will soften in the process, form to your feet and fit like a glove! - MEASUREMENTS:
Unisex 5 - Width 3 3/4", Length 9 3/4"
Unisex 6 - Width 3 3/4", Length 10"
Unisex 7- Width 4", Length 10 1/4"
Unisex 8 - Width 4", Length 10 3/4"
Unisex 9 - Width 4 1/4", Length 11"
Unisex 10 - Width 4 1/4", Length 11 1/4"
Unisex 11 - Width 4 1/4", Length 11 1/2"
Unisex 12 - Width 4 1/4", Length 11 3/4"
Unisex 13 - Width 4 1/2", Length 12" - ORIGIN:
Made in India
SKU: 5016-5
Availability: In Stock
Made of Leather
There's an "Old Hippie" secret for breaking in your new pair of sandals - put your sandals on, soak them in water while they're still on your feet and wear them until they are totally dry. They will soften in the process, form to your feet and fit like a glove!
Made in India
Unisex 5 - Width 3 3/4", Length 9 3/4"
Unisex 6 - Width 3 3/4", Length 10"
Unisex 7- Width 4", Length 10 1/4"
Unisex 8 - Width 4", Length 10 3/4"
Unisex 9 - Width 4 1/4", Length 11"
Unisex 10 - Width 4 1/4", Length 11 1/4"
Unisex 11 - Width 4 1/4", Length 11 1/2"
Unisex 12 - Width 4 1/4", Length 11 3/4"
Unisex 13 - Width 4 1/2", Length 12"
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Mike F.
Fit is perfect!
Gisela C.
Excellent product. Will tell friends about Hippie Shop!!!
Jeanie H.
I had a pair of these in the 70’s. I was ecstatic when I found them on your site. This is my 2nd pair in 3 years. They are literally the only shoes I wear on a daily basis in the summer!! I love them!!! I actually had a man in line at the grocery store ask me where I got them. He also had a pair when he was younger and wanted a new pair.
Alan C.
1st pair were defective but after contacting the Hippie Shop they sent a replacement pair out the same day.
The new pair are excellent and I look forward to years of wearing them.
Thank You for the great customer service and I will definitely purchase more items from them in the near future. They stand behind their products.
Robert H.
Soak them in water for 30 minutes and let them dry on your feet.
Most comfortable, durable sandals ever.
Toni E.
I love them!! The quality is great and are exactly the way they were pictured.
Dawn M.
I have liked these sandals for years! This color is beautiful! It did come with red fuzz on each one in the middle of the top strap. But I cut it out. It was an eyesore to me.
Enjoy!
I love the free sticker you sent too.
Ann S.
Well these are just what i remember except a size 7 is a mens size 7 so i needed a size 5
Had to do exchange. I am looking forward to the ones that fit arriving.
Grace H.
I have worn these sandals for 40 years and they are my favorite
Jen T.
Lovely bohemian style sandals! I fully soaked them in a warm tub and then wore until dry.
They molded to my foot and are comfy and sturdy.
Thanks!
thomas O.
I had a pair years ago. These sandals are very comfortable and easy to e-wear,
tim r.
My wife absolutely loved the sandals HOWEVER they are a size too large so returning for a size smaller. All things considered really like the look.
Bryce K.
For the cost, I can’t complain. I wanted 100% leather sandals and for only $25 you really can’t complain. I only had an issue with break in after soaking them. The “thong” portion that goes from the foot strap to the toe slipped out and I tried to fix it and let day but it continually slipped out so I just sowed with a leather needle and that fixed that problem. I might add a strap to the foot strap to wrap around the heel because I have pretty thin feet and they like to slip off. Overall I’m happy.
Paul M.
I was excited when I got these but they just didn't work out. I soaked them them good and wore them around for 2 days, but my poor feet just couldn't take it. They seem well made and probably would have lasted a good while.
kim e.
Just like I remember. Thx
Lance B.
Got the sandals and forgot how stiff they were. Wore them in the shower to soak them. They've now softened up and limbered up. Looking forward to wearing them for the rest of the summer!
kay w.
These Sandals are just as I remember them. They fit great after a good soak!
Richard L.
I wore these in the 70s and 80s. Same design, same quality. Once watersoaked and worn until dry, they conform to your foot and feel like walking barefoot. Reliving my Hippie days, bought a pair for two 38 year old neighbors to experience a little Hippie culture walking in their "Jesus" sandals.
Judy C.
Perfect fit and I love them takes me back to my high school days
Lisa C.
Just like I use to get. Some things never change.
Debi K.
Love them, exactly like the originals I had in the 1970's.
Lisa A K.
everything went great but one shoe doesn't fit quite right but I havent put them on and gotten them wet and worn them until they dry so that they mold better to my feet. no matter what, i will keep these as they are a blast from my past
Nialetta C.
I love these shoe Brings back alot of Memories from my Hippie days.. 1 shoe fit me just great . the other shoe well it on my foot but they put the middle part to goes between you toes an around you foot. it in a different place so it does feel so good. but they are great
Judy C.
I ordered a pair of these sandals because I used to wear them all the time as a teenager and I love them. Unfortunately I ordered them too big but my experience with exchanging them was wonderful they shipped quickly and the new ones arrived today and they are perfect fit!
DENNIS S.
THEY WERE A LITTLE STIFF AT FIRST BUT WALKING AROUND AND GETTING THEM WET THE WATER HELPS BREAK IN
Alan C.
Sandals arrived very quickly. Followed suggestions on breaking them in and all went well. Quality sandals.
Efrain P.
I love this!!
Ratnadeep C.
Really excellent quality
Bonnie Q.
I have 3 pair of these. Love them!! Thing is ,, at the time I could only get a size 7. They’re Tooo Big. I’m happy to see I can order these in a Size 6. Thanks so much!!
Jonathan M.
Wonderful.
Soaked them a bit.
Nestled in .
Wore all day.
These are good for GROUNDING
And , neural shake up
Flash to summers 1970 to 1978
Wore these ALL summer. ALL tge time. Except mowing or around poison ivy. I was not that dumb... LOVE these. PEACE
john b.
Great sandals !!!
Leslie H.
I have wanted a pair of these since I was a kid. Very well made, solid sole, HOWEVER, I would Not recommend making them wet and wearing them because unless you want them to stretch out permanently, that is what will happen. (Cowboys who want tight boots to stretch out will soak them & then wear them til dry.) If you have narrow feet like me & they are too loose across the instep, buy the sticky pads at the grocery store for shoes and stick inside the leather. Mine fit perfectly now. Love them!!!
Chelsea K.
Very positive
Jeanie H.
I wore these sandals in the late 70’s. (Stole them from my sister). I literally searched ‘hippy shoes’ last summer and found your site! They are on my feet EVERYWHERE I GO in the summer! Love love love them!!!
Debby G.
My husband is a child of the 60's and went crazy when he saw these. I immediately ordered them for his birthday and they were here within 2 business days. He absolutely loves them. He says they remind him of days gone by and they fit perfectly!
Ahmahtzyah G.
Groovy
Hip
Dig’n It
Carli Simon
The 5th Dimension
Let the sunshine in. Aquarius.
Need I say more?
john b.
Great experience purchasing from the Hippie Shop.
The sandals are wonderful.
Jen T.
Gorgeous in every way I remembered these!
I’ll be exchanging because I was uncertain of the size and ordered a size too big.
I look forward to soaking my new pair for a nice comfy fit.
I hope you can add size equivalents to make it easier to order the correct size as they are unisex.
Thank you!
Rande S.
I've been wearing buffalo sandals since 1965. I love them!
Yvonne H.
I ordered these sandals because they reminded me of the sandals I used to have.They arrived and I wasn't disappointed In love.
.
Melodie S.
LOVE THEM!!!!
THANK YOU HIPPIE STORE!!!
Mary W.
This is how it's done, my friends! These sandals are miserably stiff when you first get them, but a five minute soak will transport you to nirvana!
These are an exact replica of the sandals of my care free youth, and the Hippie Shop has the real thing. These are extremely well made and should last for years.
I recommend measuring the length of your naked foot to get the correct size. ( I measured my shoe, for my first pair of sandals & they were just too large. ) I found that returns are painless, and I received the correct size promptly with free return postage. Peace Out!
Keith E.
Came in quickly, and I am pleased with the look. They are a little loose, but I made a couple of adjustments and they are going to do just fine.
Linda F.
Have worn these since my teens
Jay E.
These sandals reminded me of the sixties when I last had a pair. Putting them on took me back to those glorious days of summers at the beach; good times, good music, and good people.
Lori A.
Brings me back to the 60’s! Just as I remember them!
Elizabeth Y.
Shoes r great. Would buy again
Diane R.
My husband says they are comfortable.
Sharan F.
I love the shoes but I couldn't shrink the tops enough. I don't have the hump on the top of my foot like the rest of the world so it is not the shoes fault. I will buy them again when these wear out!
Wallace T.
This pair is just like I remember from the 1970's!!!
Christie C.
I have very wide feet, so my saddles didn’t fit when they arrived. I soaked them in warm water for 3-4 minutes and then tried them on. The leather had softened and easily stretched to fit my foot. I then let them dry before walking around in them, as I didn’t want them to stretch too much. Now they fit perfect!!!
Richard W.
Just like I remember them.
Jane S.
Comfortable. Love them
Kathryn D.
These sandals fit and look great. I have gotten so many compliments on them. I just love these sandals.
Juan C.
Well definitely I love this sandals so nice and comfortable and I love the look, perfect for summer Time, and now all set, I have the two hats and the pancho, ready to Rock, I’m going to a Concert on September tribute to a Wood stock Concert memories from the 60s, I definitely wear my Hippie outfit, thank you so much for bringing back the Hippie fashion, and remember Pease and Love for ever, your friend Juan Coello
Janet H.
These Water Buffalo sandals are the real deal. I wore them exclusively for many years growing up in Florida and they are 100% authentic. That being said, I can no longer walk in them due to being an OLD hippie. I've already ordered more things from their new stock. I've bought from many places that are not knowledgeable about the hippy ways. These people get it!
Bonnie D.
Although my foot was too wide for the sandals, the style and workmanship was great! I sadly had to return but I was refunded immediately. Fast shipping was a plus.I would definitely recommend this company.
Darlene w.
Love them
Susan O.
Love the Sandles They are exactly the same Ones I wore in My teen's I cant believe I even found them again Love them Thankyou
Bonnie R.
When I saw my friend wearing them I gasped, she told me where to order from and I did within 5 minutes and I love them! Getting two more pair 1) light tan, 1) original maybe 2! Thank you so much for carrying them!
Bonnie D.
I've been wearing buffalo sandals since back in the 70s. My last pair feel apart awhile back. I was thrilled to going this company.
When I opened the package I was immediately struck with how well made they are and how sturdy. When I put them on, just add I remembered they felt right, stiff and the braid hurt between my toes. I walked outside to my yard, which wasn't pleasant, to my hose. I sprayed my feet down, immediately feeling the leather soften and begin to conform to my feet. Walking was dreamy once again. I love these shoes and am so grateful they are still made, especially this well, the original way.
William T.
The water buffalo sandles fit perfectly and we're easy to break in.
Karen A.
The only place I get my buffalo sandals from. Great customer service! Thank you.
paul s.
Perfect ! just like the ones I had in the sixties .
Plan to soak them in water and walk around til they conform to my feet . Well built , look like they last .
Paul Stewart
Katie K.
My first pair broke and they replaced them. Very comfy
becky b.
i wanted another pair of these since mid 70s and couldnt find but im scared to wear them cause i dont want to wear them out another customer put me onto them and they were easy to order thanks so much
Debbie S.
How's it goin?..... so, I received this awesome pair of physical memories in just about a week. I couldn't wait to try them on and break them in. I wear sz 7.5, womens and they fit perfecto! Smells just as I remember, I'm very happy n appreciative that you carry them. I also got the mood ring, just like the one I used to have and the Midnight Rose Sandalwood, not too strong, very pleasant Sandalwood smell. Do they make Bayberry anymore? I used to make mushroom shaped candles with that scent. Anyway, thank you again and "Keep on Truckin" ❤️
Sandi W.
Love that they are exactly what I wanted…. Hate t ordered wrong size…. Waiting for smallers to arrive
Sabrina R.
I’m thrilled with the quality … they are the best
Robin K.
Love , love, love my new water buffalo sandals! Havent owned a pair since the early 70's. It took a few times to get the size right, but Customer Service went above and beyond to make sure I was satisfied with my purchase! They even paid for my return shipping. So helpful and friendly. Check out the new toe rings! Love those, too! Thank you Hippie Shop!
alison c.
I had these in 1970 and loved them. These are darn close. I soaked them on my feet with the hose and walked around and they are soft and perfect. Thank you for a marvelous walk back in time. And honestly my first pair cost $5 so I think these were a good value! Awesome transaction
Shelly
Just as I remembered them, they are easy to wear and complement my retro fashion choices. I loved them as a kid ( wore a pair to the 1974 Worlds Fair) and still do today. Thanks!
DIANE C.
These water buffalo sandals are as well made as the ones you found 50 years ago!
Patricia H.
Love these I used to wear them as a teenager brings back memories!!❤️
Bonnie R.
I had a pair of these ago when I was a young teen, upset when I found out a friend took them an I couldn't find another pair all these years. Until this year July 4, when my friend told me where to get them, got on and order them right at the cok out. And as you can see I got them, so comfortable I love them reminds me of my childhood!
Kim R.
I lived in these every summer thru my teens and I love them just as much in my 60s!!
Deborah F.
Just like I remember my sandals !!! Love them !!
Katie K.
They are stiff at first and leave a brown stain on your feet but after wearing them that goes away.
Susan E.
Wicked horrible to wedge on (my first pair was in 1968, forgot about that) so stuffed my feet in and took a hot shower with them on. By the time my shower they were as soft as butter. Love them. They were my only kind of shoe until around 1973 or so. If only online ordering existed then I would have never stoped wearing them
Lori A.
Just as I remember them!
serafina f.
Took a bit to fit at first, but after a few days they fit perfectly! Van's do this too. But these fit on just like another layer of foot. Cute and durable. Lots of compliments.
Paula C.
I absolutely love my Water Buffalo/Jesus Sandals! I soaked them in hot water and have been wearing them all day. I had a pair when I was 7! Loved them. I’m 60 now & Im so glad I found these at your shop! Still love them! Thank you so much Hippie Shop! I’ll be ordering another pair again soon! That way I’ll have an extra pair. ❤️❤️❤️
Jamie S.
These sandals remind me of.
1969.
Woodstock woodstock
They are comfortable.
Sherri J.
Have been looking for water buffalos for a long time! So glad that i found them here at a great price!
Ronald M.
I have been looking for these exact sandals for the last 40 years. Thank you they are great, takes me back when I was a lot younger
Lynn J M.
These are perfect!. In my youth I tramped all over Europe in these. I am ecstatic to find the exact sandals once again. I soaked them in warm water for a few minutes and then put them on while they were wet; I have not taken them off all day! They have conformed to my foot; very soft, very comfy. These are artisan made that have not changed over the years! Thank you Hippy Shop for carrying them and making them available!!!
Marcia L.
When I first opened the package I tried the sandals on before reading the instructions. I was disappointed that they didn’t fit. THEN I READ GHE INSTRUCTIONS about soaking them in warm soapy water and wearing until they dry. NOW THEY FIT LIKE A GLOVE and I’m a Happy Hippie
NILDA C.
Have always loved them since my teens.
Deborah H.
I love them. I used to wear them in the 70s. Have been looking everywhere for them
Terry H.
I have always loved these sandals. I have been wearing them since the 70's
Brenda P.
I've worn these since the 1970s and I love them!
Sandra H.
I love these shoes. They go with everything
Joanne M.
These sandals bring back some fun memories! When I received my package, I was so excited. Normally I wear women’s 8. They seem to be sized for men. I’ve worn men’s sneakers before and I wore a 6. So, I sent the 8’s back for a 6 and they’re perfect! The turn around time was very surprising. I received the replacement within 10 days!! Thank you! Now get yourself a pair
Nikki G.
They are so comfortable. The only thing is the bottoms are very slick.
Sandra H.
I had a problem with the toe in one of those sandals and they fix that problem right away. I had no feedback that was negative at all and the shoes are awesome.
DIANA S.
Just as I remember. Comfortable and great for earthing.
Stephanie L.
This is the second summer I've ordered these sandals, I'm hooked on them forever! There a little darker than the previous ones I had but I'm getting used to this color.
Aniko M.
Now that they are broke In they’re awesome!! Love the way they look too!
Kathy Y.
I can remember these from when I was a teenager. Great shoe to just slip on and go.
Joan C.
Love them but wish the band across the top wasn’t so wide. Instead of wearing them after soaking I left in the sun so they would maybe shrink a little.