“To the lovely staff at Akana, thank you for introducing me to these wonderful shoes. I purchased 2 pair recently. The first day I wore them it was 30 degrees. Worn all day with bare feet. So comfortable, no rubbing or sweating. Akana’s are like gloves for your feet. I’m hooked.”
-Mandy
“Received mine today....so beautiful! Soft, supple, and elegant! Thank you so much.”
— Cheryl M.
“Beautiful products and fantastic customer service. Worth the trip to Melbourne in itself!”
— Michael
“Found this wonderful eco-friendly shoe shop at South Melbourne markets. Owners Serenay and Can were very helpful ensuring I was happy with size and colour. I'm very particular about shoes so was delighted as these were so comfortable I bought 2 pairs at the shop and ordered a third. Communication was great and service very quick. Highly recommend.”
— Lisa H.
“Well made shoes and great customer service.”
— Hamish R.
“Beautifully made slides and moccasins that are charmingly traditional yet relevant for modern lifestyles and sensibilities. Can and his team are ever accomodating and they practice a responsible business ethos about reducing waste and living lightly - for example, they work directly and respectfully with small artisans in Turkey and plant a tree for every pair of shoes sold.
Akana also offer custom orders - my mum tiny size 3.5/4 feet and we always struggle to find her shoes. She is unfortunately often relegated to the very unstylish children’s department. Can was able to get these to her in time for a special occasion within 4 weeks(!)”
— Margaret Lee
“Got my first pair of mules at Sth Melb Market, beautifully crafted shoes with outstanding customer service.”
— Lynne T.
“Love the shoes! Very comfortable and high quality handmade shoes, sold by a lovely couple. Customised colour and combination is also available with lots of colour options. I got mine custom-made with half navy and half brown.”
-Dory S.
“Amazing shoes, epic quality and highly recommended, the owners of this store has true passion which reflects in the amazing quality. Highly highly recommend. 10 out of 10 for comfort and quality”
-Willow G.
“Super comfy, great colours, the real deal. Like stepping into velvet. Store owners are friendly & helpful. Just bought my second pair & know there will be a third, forth & more. They are just that fabulous”
-Allison G.
”Very comfortable shoes - love them!
Now have a red pair and a blue pair and no doubt will be buying more at some stage. Thanks for such great shoes and great colours!”
— Bubbles Segal