Which is better for all-day wear?

The Dr. Martens Elphie MJ. It has a cushioned, lined footbed and a low 1 to 1.9 in block heel, which is easier on feet than a dress heel. The Arabella is pitched at everyday wear too, but its heel height is not stated.

Which has the better rating?

The Stuart Weitzman Arabella, at 5 out of 5 from 19 ratings. The Elphie sits at 4.4 out of 5 from 60 ratings, a larger sample.

Is the Elphie worth the price?

At $94.28 at eBay as of November 7, 2026, it is the only one of the two with a stated price. That is a fair price for a cushioned leather Mary Jane with a block heel.

Which comes in wider fits?

The Arabella lists medium and wide fits. The Elphie's width options are not stated, so try it on if you have wide feet.

The Arabella. The Elphie's tartan plaid, white soles and laces read casual.

Neither maker publishes a lifespan. The Elphie's rubber-soled Dr. Martens build and the Arabella's rubber outsole are both durable; heel wear is the usual failure point on Mary Janes.

Stuart Weitzman Arabella Mary Jane vs Dr. Martens Elphie MJ Shoes

Buy the Dr. Martens Elphie MJ if you want a cushioned, low-block-heel Mary Jane with a tartan look and a lower price. Buy the Stuart Weitzman Arabella if you want a sleeker, dressier Mary Jane and the 5/5 rating from 19 buyers matters more to you. The Elphie's best new price is $94.28 at eBay as of November 7, 2026, and 2 stores price it new; no current price was given for the Arabella.

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