Which is better for all-day wear?

The Dr. Martens Mattison 3S. It has an EVA and foam insole, a suede lining and three adjustable straps, while the Idalia is a high-heel formal sandal with a single buckle.

Which has a real buckle?

The Circus by Sam Edelman Idalia closes with a buckle. The Mattison 3S uses Velcro ripstop straps, which some buyers complain about at its price.

Is the Mattison 3S worth $70?

Yes if you want genuine leather and suede with three-point adjustment. Its price has held at $70.00 at Zappos.com since November 2, 2026, so there is no sign of a near-term drop.

Which is better for wide feet?

The Mattison 3S. Both are medium width, but its three adjustable straps give more room to loosen the fit than the Idalia's single buckle.

The Mattison 3S is the safer bet. Genuine leather and suede outlast faux leather, and its cemented construction and rubber outsole are built for daily use.

The Idalia. Its square toe, T-strap and high heel read as formal, while the Mattison 3S is a summer platform sandal with studs.

Circus by Sam Edelman Idalia vs Dr. Martens Mattison 3S Sandal

The Dr. Martens Mattison 3S is the sturdier, more adjustable pick, and its price history is flat at $70.00 at Zappos.com as of November 7, 2026, so there is no reason to wait for a drop. The Circus by Sam Edelman Idalia is a dressier, lighter-looking T-strap with a buckle closure, but no current price was provided for it, so compare its live price before deciding. Buy the Mattison 3S for daily wear and wider feet; buy the Idalia if you want a formal buckle sandal and its price beats $70.

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