Payless Shoe Source

I go here occassionally, and they have great sales and I usually find the shoes that I’m looking forward to wear.
It’s too bad that they don’t have lots of options for a Size 9 Wide, otherwise I would come here more often. Also, when there are lots of people shopping for shoes and trying them on, it’s hard to find shortcuts to checkout area sometimes.

West in to buy a gift card this morning and received fast and friendly service. Very nice.

Lots of shoes, great deals, helpful staff. Except I couldn’t use the coupon for check in because I needed some extra code or screen shot… maybe next time?
Sizes up to 8 (women) are upstairs.

This is a great place to buy a pair of cheap flats, that are super comfortable. I seriously bought three pairs of the same shoe, in three different colors. Their prices are the best you’ll find anywhere. The jewelry selection is great, too, and I always pick up a cheap pair of earrings when I go.
However, the reason for my 3 star review is the employees. They always seem so bored, like they are watching the clock until it’s time to go home. How about a little bit of enthusiasm? I know your job isn’t the most fun one in the world, but if you interacted with the customers it might make the day go faster.

The quality of shoes is less than OK, and the service is 4 stars, so 3 stars total. It’sbetter buy shoes at Marshalls or something.

I can’t say that I have any complaints about the staff. I’ve also never needed their assistance with much either. Once in a while I’ve asked for them to check for a shoe in a different size and they were happy to do so.
The problem is the inconsistency in sizes. I feel like the only shoes they have for size 6 are a ton of sneakers (yay! not) or ugly oxford heels. Why are the good boots and flats never in normal people sizes? I don’t have Amazon feet and I’ve gone here too many times to count hoping to catch a new shipment only to be disappointed every time.

Well, I have to say for payless, I like this location better then the Central Sq one because they seem to be much better stocked. I wanted another pair of the hard to find Hope shoes (cheaper yet somehow better fitting Toms) and the last pair in my size was here so i went from central to here, and saved 3 bucks by doing so. I looked around and noticed way more new styles then central had. if I was looking for fancy shoes for a ball, I wouldn’t be here, but I’m a casual comfy gal and have found some good things here. One down side is that the kids section seems pretty small.

Payless has gone down hill a bit over the years. I went to the Framingham location and they told me to try the mall location for more selections.
I figured DTX may have more styles and options and they did but still nothing that compares to what is out there.
They use to carry a brand called High Lights and I have many different pairs that have held up and have been comfortable. I also have picked up Fiona shoes and although they still carry these the styles are terrible and they fit awful too.
For bumming and kicking around shoes I could always find something from Payless for me and the kids but nothing.
I will scan the mall when I am there but I doubt I will find anything better.
The rep that emailed me back from the website wished me well in finding another brand and style.
thumbs down — no style, not comfortable, not good quality… this use to be a fairly decent place for simple shoes. Sadly even plastic flip flops are bad.

Payless is great for certain types of shoes, but they are not of the greatest quality. They will probably last for two or three months max. It’s good for when you are in a fix and need to pick up a pair of flats or something. I wouldn’t rely on payless to get my everyday stash of shoes however. All in all, for the price it’s an ok place.

ATTENTION LADIES WITH HUGE FEET: payless shitsource in downtown crossing has a newly-​expanded size eleven/​twelve section. either that, or it’s just more visible now and i couldn’t find it before.
everyone knows this place 85% blows, 15% rocks so i’ll spare the review. this place helps out in a pinch, so i don’t hate.

What’s with the hate ladies? This Payless has been a savior to me on more than one occasion. I work at a heels job and go to heels events, but I’m a Converse or flip flop or flats with no socks or stockings kind of girl. I’ve hit up this Payless for for all of the above (sans Converse plus Airwalks) when my little toesies just couldn’t handle wearing grown up girl heels.
I’m an 8 or 9 so I haven’t really gone to the upstairs part because they carry my shoes on the first floor. I do think the downstairs is pretty well organized though. I’m also a pro-​active shoe buyer and a shopper that believes in fate. haha. If I don’t see a shoe, I check the type and the style number and if I don’t see it up top, I don’t buy the shoe. haha. Because like men, I love most shoes. It’s the easiest way to control the «problem». Out of sight out of mind. Out of sight not out of wallet.