The Olivera is a sassy looking shoe and would sit happily in a classy Milan fashion boutique with fashionistas completely unaware that this is in fact an undercover high performing golf shoe! It just looks so darn good, so much so they are competing for the top spot when it comes to the best women's golf shoes out there right now.
Let’s first focus on the looks and admit that this is one beautiful shoe. Crafted from the finest and softest Nappa leathers it feels like the interior of a limited edition Ferrari on your feet. Looking good and making you feel a million dollars at the same time. The Duca Del Cosma logo is stamped on a finely cushioned tongue as well as embroidered on the heel. A bit like the infamous car manufacturer this stamp immediately tells the golfing world this is a top of the range model.
The rose gold leather is metallic without being patent. Some metallic shoes come across so reflective it puts you off your putting stroke. The sunlight dances on this mix of tumbled and smooth leathers and adds a large dose of glamour rather than bling to your game. The copper eyelets the laces thread through are also stamped with the brand and compliment the color of the leather beautifully. These shoes come with two options of lace color, cream and a what I’d call a ballet shoe pink. Both look fantastic in and I love that you get another option to change up the look. The ballet pink tones down the metallic a touch which might suit some. This customization option is fast becoming a popular choice for high end shoes, including the Women’s G/FORE G/18 shoe.
The wide and chunky soles of these shoes makes them feel extremely fashionable, almost like the trainers worn for street dance by teenage girls far trendier and more coordinated than me. Yet wearing these raised not just my height but my confidence. These shoes make you feel amazing. I will admit to having worn them at every given opportunity and this includes to a fashion event paired with a black PXG golf dress. Opting for these eye-catching trainer style shoes over a pair of wedges or heels was the easiest decision I’ve ever made getting ready to go out. They are so smart for apres golf and add a sprinkling of disco fun to any outfit.
Comfort wise these are off the chart. The soft leather inside means they fit like slippers from the first try on. Add to that the waterproof bootie system meaning your feet stay dry. Fashionable and functional. I would hesitate wearing them in muddy conditions. Not because I doubted their ability to keep my feet dry but because I love these shoes too much to walk through puddles in. It just wouldn’t feel right. But mark my words these are fully capable of handling a bit of casual water. These are waterproof golf shoes so are well up to the job and having walked through some dewy semi-rough in these my socks stayed bone dry and they looked as dazzling as before I went hunting for my ball.
The traction (delivered by the Airplay 15 Smart Sole Design) is really impressive, making these a worthy addition to our best women's spikeless shoe guide. As with the Payntr 007. a wider sole peppered with rubber nubs is a safe bet in the stability stakes and I felt so balanced as I hit the ball. The 3 different shapes of Nubs (each with a different job to do – stability, traction and control) provide grip every direction you move, they cover the entire sole including creeping up the back of the heel. Fantastic if you play a hilly course.
The sole also offers an offset medial toe bumper that protects our luxurious Nappa leather and adds a barrier to the toe of the shoe. Protecting it from both the follow through and potential toe scuffs in the car park. I for one being fairly accident prone, have shut a door on my foot and caught it on a concrete step and its safe to say these rubber bumpers saved the day. Not a scuff mark in sight.
I think it’s clear I am in love with these show stoppers, I will continue to officially live in them especially off the golf course. A brilliant investment as the usage is off the charts. Well worth the generous price tag and simply sensational. I think the only issue I can think of is be aware of sizes as there are very few half sizes available.
For more golf shoe buying advice, check out our guides on the most comfortable golf shoes for women as well.
