GREAT ... & WEBSITE First of all I was eying for some trendy and affordable ... Came across these babies. AMAZING - my money was well worth it and paying about $55 for them after discounts even better. I have THICK thighs and fit just about right. btw great website, efficient shipping (also free) & great great website. Im returning to piperlime.com Loving it so far ! -- their the black ... way.
LOVE THEM! My new favorite ... I spent an entire day at the mall looking for black, knee high ... were comfortable, yet chic. Not having any luck at the mall, I checked Piperlime and found these Steve Madden ... absolutely adore them! I've worn them with leggings (to run errands), jeans (for a night out with friends), and even with dresses (to work). ... just so versatile and very comfy!! The top folds over to give you flexibility with the height, and the ... doesnt look cheap. Definitely a great value for the price!!
found exactly what I wanted I looked high and low for a pair of comfy low or no healed black ... (not suede) ... wear with leggings and skinny jeans/pants. I found one pair but after 2 months ... broke. These are the perfect solution. Much better made than my previous pair. Looks great and can be casual or dressed up a bit for going out for cocktails. Would buy again and definitely recommend.
Cute ... - wrong fit Ordered these for my high school daughter who chose this style out of many and eagerly awaited their arrival. Sad to say, ... do run small and there was a dark stain on the cuff of one ... well as scratches in the ... style is adorable so we ended up returning them and purchasing a larger size at a local store to ensure fit and quality. [...]
cute fall ... I had too high of expectations for these ... got them the fabric felt a little cheap. I loved the color though and ... were really comfy. I am exchanging them because ... came with some stains and scuffs on them, but I hope the new pair is better.
Lover of Heels I am from the burbs, which means I wear high heels all the time even in SF. I tried to be a good city girl and get sensible flat ... upcoming winter/fall season. ... fit just fine. ... were comfortable. But at the end of the day I just wasn't wowed by them - ... were just nondescript flat black ... It's going to take a truly exceptional pair of flat ... get this lover of heels to strut about at my true height (5'4").
Not meant for me I purchased the cognac shade. Based on the quality, ... don't worth [$], more like $50-60 range.The shade was a bit too light for my liking. The shaft was not long enough for me, only mid thigh. I prefer longer shaft that falls 1-2 inches below the knee cap. The dye/coloring on one of the ... uneven. One ... had even cognac shade, and the other one had sorta smudges like or white ish wriggly lines on the shaft and ankle parts of the ... drove me crazy. I usually wore 6 or 6.5. I purchased size 6, and ... were a bit tight. I should have gotten the size 7. I mailed back the ... next day.
GREAT ... & WEBSITE First of all I was eying for some trendy and affordable ... Came across these babies. AMAZING - my money was well worth it and paying about $55 for them after discounts even better. I have THICK thighs and fit just about right. btw great website, efficient shipping (also free) & great great website. Im returning to piperlime.com Loving it so far ! -- their the black ... way.
LOVE THEM! My new favorite ... I spent an entire day at the mall looking for black, knee high ... were comfortable, yet chic. Not having any luck at the mall, I checked Piperlime and found these Steve Madden ... absolutely adore them! I've worn them with leggings (to run errands), jeans (for a night out with friends), and even with dresses (to work). ... just so versatile and very comfy!! The top folds over to give you flexibility with the height, and the ... doesnt look cheap. Definitely a great value for the price!!
found exactly what I wanted I looked high and low for a pair of comfy low or no healed black ... (not suede) ... wear with leggings and skinny jeans/pants. I found one pair but after 2 months ... broke. These are the perfect solution. Much better made than my previous pair. Looks great and can be casual or dressed up a bit for going out for cocktails. Would buy again and definitely recommend.
Cute ... - wrong fit Ordered these for my high school daughter who chose this style out of many and eagerly awaited their arrival. Sad to say, ... do run small and there was a dark stain on the cuff of one ... well as scratches in the ... style is adorable so we ended up returning them and purchasing a larger size at a local store to ensure fit and quality. [...]
cute fall ... I had too high of expectations for these ... got them the fabric felt a little cheap. I loved the color though and ... were really comfy. I am exchanging them because ... came with some stains and scuffs on them, but I hope the new pair is better.
Lover of Heels I am from the burbs, which means I wear high heels all the time even in SF. I tried to be a good city girl and get sensible flat ... upcoming winter/fall season. ... fit just fine. ... were comfortable. But at the end of the day I just wasn't wowed by them - ... were just nondescript flat black ... It's going to take a truly exceptional pair of flat ... get this lover of heels to strut about at my true height (5'4").
Not meant for me I purchased the cognac shade. Based on the quality, ... don't worth [$], more like $50-60 range.The shade was a bit too light for my liking. The shaft was not long enough for me, only mid thigh. I prefer longer shaft that falls 1-2 inches below the knee cap. The dye/coloring on one of the ... uneven. One ... had even cognac shade, and the other one had sorta smudges like or white ish wriggly lines on the shaft and ankle parts of the ... drove me crazy. I usually wore 6 or 6.5. I purchased size 6, and ... were a bit tight. I should have gotten the size 7. I mailed back the ... next day.
GREAT ... & WEBSITE First of all I was eying for some trendy and affordable ... Came across these babies. AMAZING - my money was well worth it and paying about $55 for them after discounts even better. I have THICK thighs and fit just about right. btw great website, efficient shipping (also free) & great great website. Im returning to piperlime.com Loving it so far ! -- their the black ... way.
LOVE THEM! My new favorite ... I spent an entire day at the mall looking for black, knee high ... were comfortable, yet chic. Not having any luck at the mall, I checked Piperlime and found these Steve Madden ... absolutely adore them! I've worn them with leggings (to run errands), jeans (for a night out with friends), and even with dresses (to work). ... just so versatile and very comfy!! The top folds over to give you flexibility with the height, and the ... doesnt look cheap. Definitely a great value for the price!!
found exactly what I wanted I looked high and low for a pair of comfy low or no healed black ... (not suede) ... wear with leggings and skinny jeans/pants. I found one pair but after 2 months ... broke. These are the perfect solution. Much better made than my previous pair. Looks great and can be casual or dressed up a bit for going out for cocktails. Would buy again and definitely recommend.
Cute ... - wrong fit Ordered these for my high school daughter who chose this style out of many and eagerly awaited their arrival. Sad to say, ... do run small and there was a dark stain on the cuff of one ... well as scratches in the ... style is adorable so we ended up returning them and purchasing a larger size at a local store to ensure fit and quality. [...]
cute fall ... I had too high of expectations for these ... got them the fabric felt a little cheap. I loved the color though and ... were really comfy. I am exchanging them because ... came with some stains and scuffs on them, but I hope the new pair is better.
Lover of Heels I am from the burbs, which means I wear high heels all the time even in SF. I tried to be a good city girl and get sensible flat ... upcoming winter/fall season. ... fit just fine. ... were comfortable. But at the end of the day I just wasn't wowed by them - ... were just nondescript flat black ... It's going to take a truly exceptional pair of flat ... get this lover of heels to strut about at my true height (5'4").
Not meant for me I purchased the cognac shade. Based on the quality, ... don't worth [$], more like $50-60 range.The shade was a bit too light for my liking. The shaft was not long enough for me, only mid thigh. I prefer longer shaft that falls 1-2 inches below the knee cap. The dye/coloring on one of the ... uneven. One ... had even cognac shade, and the other one had sorta smudges like or white ish wriggly lines on the shaft and ankle parts of the ... drove me crazy. I usually wore 6 or 6.5. I purchased size 6, and ... were a bit tight. I should have gotten the size 7. I mailed back the ... next day.
The circumference is based on a size 6. If you order a larger size, the circumference will increase.
thigh high boots - reviews
20 years of lust....satisfied I have wanted these Frye ... 20 years. My mother had a pair of Frye high heel ... 70s when I was growing up (she still has ... great condition) but she would never let me wear ... After going to college I would see similar pairs to these Campus' in vintage or consignment stores - but NEVER in my size, nothing even close. I would go to the high end ... goods shop and drool over the full price ones, trying ... semester after semester. In the ten years since leaving school and starting a career I have often put Fryes on my christmas list, ... no luck. Finally, I bit the bullet and I couldn't be happier. ... perfect casual ... me - I can wear ... field camping or out shopping or on a date. ... feel amazing (I wear a 9 - 9.5 generally in heels, I ordered a 9 in ... there is a little extra room at the toe indicating I might have been able to do an 8.5 ... think then ... probably would have been too narrow across the knuckles.) I'm breaking ... already feel awesome. I can't wait for the weather to get a little cooler, ... my go tos all fall and winter.
Great buy! I wanted not super expensive knee high ... were stylish and I got exactly what I wanted with this pair! I'm 5' 1" and these are perfect because ... give me some height, but are wedged so that I can walk around for long periods of time in them. I would have preferred them in a dark brown color, but this sienna color is great. I also appreciate that the upper is all Brazilian leather too because I'm always trying to look for quality!!
LOVE these ... usually wear a 10 but can get away with a 9.5 in some heels. Got these in a 10 and they fit perfect. I wore them for the 1st time yesterday and they look absolutely amazing. Love the height (sits right below the knee), its not too high but not awkwardly right in the middle of my calf. The little bit of heel and the height of the ... make my legs look longer (where mine are usually short looking, i wore them with shorts and a long plaid shirt, received so many compliments!). They are comfortable, though after wearing them all day my feet were a little sore (outer edges on the front of my feet). Maybe because like the other reviews were saying, they do run a tad small (narrow in the front), but then my feet are a bit wide. Honestly though, this was after wearing them for 8 hours, pretty good for just breaking them in! I would Definitely definitely definitely recommend them!
Super Cute and Comfortable Ordered these in brown and black. The only problem with them was deciding which color I liked more. The brown leather definitely had a "bumpy" texture like I had read in previous reviews, however both ... matched in texture so I didn't find this to be an issue. Ultimately I decided to keep the black and return the brown because I have found it much more difficult to find a cute black riding ... high quality, not manly and can be dressed up or down. These ... perfect for what I was looking for. Just wore them with a retro chiffon dress - perfect for Fall!
Great inexpensive ... I've been searching for the perfect brown ... these will satisfy my needs until I can afford a more high end pair. The ... very comfortable and the ... has a nice worn in look. The only small drawback is that ... make the calf area look a little heavy, but this is something I can live with.
Great ... short girls! I am 5' 1" and usually have a hard time finding tall ... don't come up too high and look too big. These ... great height and they slouch a little bit, so they look correctly proportioned on me. They are very comfortable; I wore them on vacation for several days in a row without breaking them in, and had no problems. The gray is a nice versatile color, and I got a lot of compliments on them. I have small calves, and I find these to be a smidge snug on my calves even with "jeggings" on, but there is an adjustable buckle and I could let them out a notch if really needed too. I kind of like them to be snug, because it keeps them from slouching too much. Overall, I'm really happy with these ... after trying on 4 other styles!
Cute ... After reading all the reviews, I ordered a half a size up from my usual 6 1/2 to a 7. I have a high arch and a very slightly wide toe bed. I'm glad I ordered up because the toe area narrows, so they seem still comfortable, but they are loose. With heavy winter socks and once they break in a little, I'm sure they will be fine. The leather looks and feels great, and looks expensive. I'm worried about them staining in rain or snow so I'll have to waterproof them. With skinny jeans ... great, but barely buckle on the loosest setting, and I don't have thick calves at all. I like them, and the cognac color is great so I am happy.
Wanted to love, but didn''t get what I expected I really loved a lot of things about these ... slight wedge without it being overwhelming, the height of the shaft, and the style of leather, just to name a few. I wear a pretty standard 7.5, but ordered an 8 because I didn't want them to be tight on my calves and I wanted to be able to comfortably wear thick socks with them. (I am 5'2" with a long torso and shorter legs, so I didn't want ... were too high or too narrow). These ... were HUGE in the calves. They are the only ... have ever tried on that actually gaped open on the sides. The tarnished gold buckle really cheapens the look of the ... too, but if they would have fit well, that detail wouldn't have kept me from keeping and wearing them. I honestly feel like the 7.5 would be too big around the calves too, just based on how humongous the 8s were, but I may try to exchange them anyway. And trust me, I have had many difficulties getting ... around my legs, so I definitely have larger than-average calves!
Had high hopes but had to send them back I had really high hopes for these ... have had my eye on them for a really long time. I am usually between a 7.5 and a 8 and after reading others reviews I went with the size 8. I order the brown and the black because I was unsure which I liked best. I thought the 8 was too big and believe these run more true to size in my case than others experienced. I wanted to love the brown however they arrived slightly scuffed already and I didn't feel like these would last that long without looking really rugged. Overall I think I'm just looking for a little higher of a wedge heel because the flat ... slight wedge heel just doesn't work for me!
Size just didn''t work for me... Love Steven by Steve Madden-- but these ... just didn't work for me. I am a 'solid' 8.5 and these ... VERY difficult to pull on with my high arches as there is no side zipper. Once on, the folder leather at the top looked bunchy... and seemed tight. Returned the ... different pair of same color and similarly styled ... (wedge, and buckle top) by Steve Madden in size 9. Love the look, but hate the fit (for me). These might've worked if I had just traded for the next size up.
Had high hopes I've seen a lot of girls in NY wearing these ... had very high hopes for them but after trying them on I knew they werent going to work. I'm petite 5'2" and have athletic muscular calves. There was enough room if you let out the buckle, but the foot area was hard leather. I tried walking around in these but they were rubbing the back of my heel and would have caused blisters right away which happens to me often with ... don't fit right. They were not comfortable as everyone said. The fit was just not right. I was very disappointed because they were such a best seller and were so cute in person. I don't understand how people can wear these ... call them comfortable. Even if I had worn them in they would still be uncomfortable because of the stiffness in the foot area. They were also much heavier than i expected.
Great buy! I wanted not super expensive knee high ... were stylish and I got exactly what I wanted with this pair! I'm 5' 1" and these are perfect because ... give me some height, but are wedged so that I can walk around for long periods of time in them. I would have preferred them in a dark brown color, but this sienna color is great. I also appreciate that the upper is all Brazilian leather too because I'm always trying to look for quality!!
LOVE these ... usually wear a 10 but can get away with a 9.5 in some heels. Got these in a 10 and they fit perfect. I wore them for the 1st time yesterday and they look absolutely amazing. Love the height (sits right below the knee), its not too high but not awkwardly right in the middle of my calf. The little bit of heel and the height of the ... make my legs look longer (where mine are usually short looking, i wore them with shorts and a long plaid shirt, received so many compliments!). They are comfortable, though after wearing them all day my feet were a little sore (outer edges on the front of my feet). Maybe because like the other reviews were saying, they do run a tad small (narrow in the front), but then my feet are a bit wide. Honestly though, this was after wearing them for 8 hours, pretty good for just breaking them in! I would Definitely definitely definitely recommend them!
Super Cute and Comfortable Ordered these in brown and black. The only problem with them was deciding which color I liked more. The brown leather definitely had a "bumpy" texture like I had read in previous reviews, however both ... matched in texture so I didn't find this to be an issue. Ultimately I decided to keep the black and return the brown because I have found it much more difficult to find a cute black riding ... high quality, not manly and can be dressed up or down. These ... perfect for what I was looking for. Just wore them with a retro chiffon dress - perfect for Fall!
Great inexpensive ... I've been searching for the perfect brown ... these will satisfy my needs until I can afford a more high end pair. The ... very comfortable and the ... has a nice worn in look. The only small drawback is that ... make the calf area look a little heavy, but this is something I can live with.
Great ... short girls! I am 5' 1" and usually have a hard time finding tall ... don't come up too high and look too big. These ... great height and they slouch a little bit, so they look correctly proportioned on me. They are very comfortable; I wore them on vacation for several days in a row without breaking them in, and had no problems. The gray is a nice versatile color, and I got a lot of compliments on them. I have small calves, and I find these to be a smidge snug on my calves even with "jeggings" on, but there is an adjustable buckle and I could let them out a notch if really needed too. I kind of like them to be snug, because it keeps them from slouching too much. Overall, I'm really happy with these ... after trying on 4 other styles!
Cute ... After reading all the reviews, I ordered a half a size up from my usual 6 1/2 to a 7. I have a high arch and a very slightly wide toe bed. I'm glad I ordered up because the toe area narrows, so they seem still comfortable, but they are loose. With heavy winter socks and once they break in a little, I'm sure they will be fine. The leather looks and feels great, and looks expensive. I'm worried about them staining in rain or snow so I'll have to waterproof them. With skinny jeans ... great, but barely buckle on the loosest setting, and I don't have thick calves at all. I like them, and the cognac color is great so I am happy.
Wanted to love, but didn''t get what I expected I really loved a lot of things about these ... slight wedge without it being overwhelming, the height of the shaft, and the style of leather, just to name a few. I wear a pretty standard 7.5, but ordered an 8 because I didn't want them to be tight on my calves and I wanted to be able to comfortably wear thick socks with them. (I am 5'2" with a long torso and shorter legs, so I didn't want ... were too high or too narrow). These ... were HUGE in the calves. They are the only ... have ever tried on that actually gaped open on the sides. The tarnished gold buckle really cheapens the look of the ... too, but if they would have fit well, that detail wouldn't have kept me from keeping and wearing them. I honestly feel like the 7.5 would be too big around the calves too, just based on how humongous the 8s were, but I may try to exchange them anyway. And trust me, I have had many difficulties getting ... around my legs, so I definitely have larger than-average calves!
Had high hopes but had to send them back I had really high hopes for these ... have had my eye on them for a really long time. I am usually between a 7.5 and a 8 and after reading others reviews I went with the size 8. I order the brown and the black because I was unsure which I liked best. I thought the 8 was too big and believe these run more true to size in my case than others experienced. I wanted to love the brown however they arrived slightly scuffed already and I didn't feel like these would last that long without looking really rugged. Overall I think I'm just looking for a little higher of a wedge heel because the flat ... slight wedge heel just doesn't work for me!
Size just didn''t work for me... Love Steven by Steve Madden-- but these ... just didn't work for me. I am a 'solid' 8.5 and these ... VERY difficult to pull on with my high arches as there is no side zipper. Once on, the folder leather at the top looked bunchy... and seemed tight. Returned the ... different pair of same color and similarly styled ... (wedge, and buckle top) by Steve Madden in size 9. Love the look, but hate the fit (for me). These might've worked if I had just traded for the next size up.
Had high hopes I've seen a lot of girls in NY wearing these ... had very high hopes for them but after trying them on I knew they werent going to work. I'm petite 5'2" and have athletic muscular calves. There was enough room if you let out the buckle, but the foot area was hard leather. I tried walking around in these but they were rubbing the back of my heel and would have caused blisters right away which happens to me often with ... don't fit right. They were not comfortable as everyone said. The fit was just not right. I was very disappointed because they were such a best seller and were so cute in person. I don't understand how people can wear these ... call them comfortable. Even if I had worn them in they would still be uncomfortable because of the stiffness in the foot area. They were also much heavier than i expected.
Love my Frye boots. These are the perfect ... They look amazing. I am 5''4 and I have slender calfs. I was worried that they were going to be to bulky around he legs after reading other reviews. I love the way they look and think they will be perfect with either leggings or skinny jeans. You will definitely need to pull these on with the ... loops at the top. A pair of nylon knee high socks were very helpful in getting them on. I love these ... they are a timeless ... well worth the $$ and will last forever!!!
Great ... This is my second pair of Frye ... love them! The dark brown color is rich and the leather is very high quality. They're extremely comfortable and look great with leggings or skinny jeans! I wear a size 8 in shoes and that is the size I also wear in Frye ...
Just what I wanted for Christmas!!! I've been looking for the perfect ... awhile and when I found these I couldnt order them fast enough. Yes, the price is a bit high but they're worth it. I have average calves and wearing these boots with or without jeans they look great. The leather is super soft and they feel great. The only downside (if you can call it one) is the soles. These boots have just about no traction so walking in the snow gets a little tricky. In spite of that, I have absolutely no regrets about these boots!
I''m in love I was so excited to get them in the mail that I walked around in my shorts with the ... all day. The leather is beautiful. The fit is to be expected. I have a high instep so getting them on is a little struggle but once they are on they are awesome. You wont be disappointed.
This is a really nice ... , it was a half size big i usually wear a 7 1/2 but cld have gone to a 7 in these ... Only flaw was the shaft was too high and the extra flap of leather on the ront made my legs look very wide from the front , had they been a lil more tapered to the leg and half an inch lower in the shaft i wld have kept them but sadly had to return
Not worth the money I have read other reviews, besides the ones available from piperlime and there seems to be a problem with the sole wearing out on them. I thought maybe those reviews were just a fluke...I mean the shoes are over [$]! Well, my stepfather loves cowboy ... actually takes all of his shoes to a specific cobbler. The first thing he said when I took the shoes out of the box was,"You're going to need to get something to put on the soles of those because they will wear out if you don't." I went down a half size and they are still too big on me and I have way too much room even with thick socks. I wear a 6, went down to 5 1/2 and they don't come any smaller so I am out of luck there. My last problem was the height of these shoes. I'm short and petite (5'1" and 105 lbs) these go too high on my legs and are a little too wide around the calves. I had to return them. They are nice, just definitely not worth the money.
Lackluster I read all the reviews before purchasing them and had my expectations pretty high for them (especially for the price) That being said, the ... no doubt great quality. I ordered the dark brown color because I loved how broken in, warm brown and glossy they looked in the picture. I was pretty disappointed to get a lackluster ... price, I think they were missing the "WOW" factor.
Love my Frye boots. These are the perfect ... They look amazing. I am 5''4 and I have slender calfs. I was worried that they were going to be to bulky around he legs after reading other reviews. I love the way they look and think they will be perfect with either leggings or skinny jeans. You will definitely need to pull these on with the ... loops at the top. A pair of nylon knee high socks were very helpful in getting them on. I love these ... they are a timeless ... well worth the $$ and will last forever!!!
Great ... This is my second pair of Frye ... love them! The dark brown color is rich and the leather is very high quality. They're extremely comfortable and look great with leggings or skinny jeans! I wear a size 8 in shoes and that is the size I also wear in Frye ...
Just what I wanted for Christmas!!! I've been looking for the perfect ... awhile and when I found these I couldnt order them fast enough. Yes, the price is a bit high but they're worth it. I have average calves and wearing these boots with or without jeans they look great. The leather is super soft and they feel great. The only downside (if you can call it one) is the soles. These boots have just about no traction so walking in the snow gets a little tricky. In spite of that, I have absolutely no regrets about these boots!
I''m in love I was so excited to get them in the mail that I walked around in my shorts with the ... all day. The leather is beautiful. The fit is to be expected. I have a high instep so getting them on is a little struggle but once they are on they are awesome. You wont be disappointed.
This is a really nice ... , it was a half size big i usually wear a 7 1/2 but cld have gone to a 7 in these ... Only flaw was the shaft was too high and the extra flap of leather on the ront made my legs look very wide from the front , had they been a lil more tapered to the leg and half an inch lower in the shaft i wld have kept them but sadly had to return
Not worth the money I have read other reviews, besides the ones available from piperlime and there seems to be a problem with the sole wearing out on them. I thought maybe those reviews were just a fluke...I mean the shoes are over [$]! Well, my stepfather loves cowboy ... actually takes all of his shoes to a specific cobbler. The first thing he said when I took the shoes out of the box was,"You're going to need to get something to put on the soles of those because they will wear out if you don't." I went down a half size and they are still too big on me and I have way too much room even with thick socks. I wear a 6, went down to 5 1/2 and they don't come any smaller so I am out of luck there. My last problem was the height of these shoes. I'm short and petite (5'1" and 105 lbs) these go too high on my legs and are a little too wide around the calves. I had to return them. They are nice, just definitely not worth the money.
Lackluster I read all the reviews before purchasing them and had my expectations pretty high for them (especially for the price) That being said, the ... no doubt great quality. I ordered the dark brown color because I loved how broken in, warm brown and glossy they looked in the picture. I was pretty disappointed to get a lackluster ... price, I think they were missing the "WOW" factor.
worth the splurge This is my 3rd pair of Fryes (I have the Carson riding boots and 8" Engineers). The workmanship is consistently good, the leather feels and smells great, and the fit is superb. I usually wear 7.5, sometimes 8. My Carson boots are a 7.5, and they have stretched out considerably, to the point where i need to wear thicker socks. I ordered the Melissa Button boots in 7. They were tight around the toes for the first few days, but they have started to loosen up a bit. I know they're only going to get better. Love these boots!
LOVE!!! I have been wanting these boots for over a year now and I finally took the plunge! I read every single review available on Piperlime and other websites before I purchased these boots because they do cost a lot of money. However, I believe that quality shoes are worth the investment and I hope this pair of Frye's is no exception to the rule. I am 5"8 and wear a size 10 in all shoes so naturally I ordered a size 10-they fit like a glove. My legs are average and they fit perfectly around my calves and there is still room to wear with slim to skinny pants. The arch is nice but might feel like there's a bump under your foot if you don't have a high arch. They are slick on the bottom, but just need to be scuffed up on some gravel. I ordered them in cognac and the color is beautiful and they smell just like the leather goods sold from the vendors in Italy. I love them and recommend to anyone who wants a quality ...
Love these boots I purchased the Melissa button in distressed chocolate. They look like they are very worn in. I wasn't 100% sure that I would like that, but I didn't want smooth, shiny boots this time. I love them. The color is so dark that they go nicely with black and brown and also gray and any other color. I am 5'1" and the shaft height is perfect for me. About 1 1/2 inches below my knee. They were easy for me to put on and take off - I didn't have the same issues some have had, but I think the distressed chocolate may already be softened from the process. I bought non skid adhesive grips for the bottom and never once had an issue with sliding or slipping even though the bottoms are slick. My daughter and I went to look at other colors and the more smooth styles kind of look like rain boots at first, but the distressed don't. I'm sure the vintage style would not either. I was very nervous to spend so much on one pair of boots - I'm frugal. But these boots are such a classic style and so well made, I'm sure I will wear them for the rest of my life. I love how they look. I wasn't sure I was a boots and dress type of girl, but I am with these boots! I kept looking at other boots in the $150-$200 range and nothing grabbed me like these did.I don't regret spending the money, and bought these during a 20% off sale, which did help a little. Go for it!
Best riding ... ever! The Melissa Button ... my favorite riding ... ever. Yes, they are pricey but these boots are an investment piece. Frye boots will last a lifetime. I have owned a pair in black for two years now and just recently got the cognac. I am excited every fall when I can get these boots out of my closet. I live in Texas, so weather permitting I can't wear these year round. I would highly recommend these boots. I normally wear a 10 in Frye shoes but these run a half size small so I wear a 9.5. You won't regret purchasing these boots. They are totally worth the money!
love them! They are so beautiful and perfect. The leather takes a few wears to break in to where it's comfortable, but they are so worth it. The height is perfect if you tend to have problems with the regular height boots. Most riding boots generally come a little too high, hitting the bottom of my knee, but these are perfect.
Love them- worth the price! If you are reading this, it means you are seriously debating ordering these boots. I want to tell you, DO IT! You won't regret it. I ordered the Melissa button ... black hoping for a nice, timeless yet hip black ... winter. I wanted something that wasn't too matronly and buttoned up, that I could wear with skinny jeans, leggings, and short dresses. Maybe a bare leg if the weather was nice. :) I also ride horses and don't want to spend the money for riding boots so these will be great for that too- and there is nothing like a little horse poo to make your boots look even more lived in and loved! :) I have always loved the style of the Frye campus but it is a little too biker chic for my everyday need or wearing to work. So I ordered Melissa and I wasn't disappointed! These boots arrived and it was obvious they were a great quality product. Very thick, supple leather, heavy yet flexible and I just know they will wear wonderfully once they are broken in! And the smell! Oh, heavenly! I keep getting whiffs of it and I just smile. :) As for sizing, I am usually a 7 but as most reviewers suggested, I bought a 6.5 and immediately one went on easily. The other one was a little tighter and I had to use the plastic bag trick (I think one of my feet is larger than the other- it wasn't a flaw with the ... They were comfortable right off the bat and didn't rub or squeeze too much with a thin sock and jeans on. I should mention that I have an impossibly high instep and the first night I got them, I wore a thicker sock with my skinny jeans and I could feel the tightness in my instep, but today I wore tights and they were great all day. I am a petite 5'2', 115 with thin calves and the tops of the boots are nicely snug so if you have any concerns about your calf width, try the extended calf. Usually high boots like these are baggy on me but these fit well at the top, although by the ankle there is ample room. I love these and can't wait to wear them for years to come!!!!!!!
Stylish ... Looks Great Dressed Up or Down (with jeans) Love, love, love these boots. It's my first pair of Fryes and I really hestitated to shell out the money, but I feel that I certainly got my money's worth. Very high quality ... They look cute with my dress pants and skirts and even better with good ole blue jeans. Best part - a very compfortable ...
Best boots ever These are my first Frye boots and will not be the last. The boots are a little narrow but the leather will stretch out soon. I have only worn them twice. Some people were mentioning that if you have a high arch the boots would be hard to get in, not true. I have a higher arch than most people and the boots slide right in. My usual size is between 9 or 9 1/2, I ordered the 9 and it fit perfectly. Another issue is the calf - my calves are 14.5 inches and I still have plenty of space to fit skinny jeans and leggings definitely not an issue. These boots are gorgeous - I got them in cognac. The only issue I have with the boots is they scuff very easily, i guess it adds to the character of the ... buy the wax Frye sells to protect them.
Great ... some challenges These are great boots--gorgeous, in fact. They are difficult to get on and off (I have a high instep) and they have a bit of a hump on the sole where the heel meets the rest of the ... which can be a bit uncomfortable if you are doing a lot of walking. But overall they are worth it. I think they run a bit large in size so I'd order a half size down or just roll with the extra toe space.
Just lovely, but Fryes run huge. (Long review because I think such a high price warrants knowing details of what you''re buying!) I wish I could give these a 4.5 - the appearance is nearly perfect, but all Frye boots have fit/sizing quirks that sort of get on my nerves. If they were cheaper, this would be excusable, but for the price, those quirks warrant a 4. If you're reading the reviews, you probably want to know about those negative or unexpected aspects before spending over $300, so I'll mention those first (but that doesn't mean that the positive doesn't outweigh the negative or that I would change much about these boots). I'm still keeping them, and it was still worth it [...]. NOT SO-GOOD: 1. The soles seem relatively durable (some Frye boots have thinner soles than I like), which is nice, but lots of Fryes have pretty smooth bottoms, so be careful with them on slippery surfaces when they're new - the traction will be questionable until you scuff up the soles yourself a bit. 2. Like with all Frye boots I've tried on, it was tough to get my foot to fit through the ankle of the ... but the pull tabs help a ton. (Getting them off is even harder, but it's worth it. I think that aspect of the fit prevents you from interrupting this really smooth leather silhouette with zippers or gores while making for a good, stable fit once they are on.) 3. Along the same lines, I have pretty average calves - not tiny, but I rarely have trouble with any boots not fitting over them - and I never need a wide shaft ... but these come close to being too tight (just barely enough space to cram jeans in with no room left over), so if your calves are bigger, you may not like these. 4. Most important to know: the sizing. I wear an 8 in almost every flat or heel, an 8-8.5 in most boots (sometimes need extra sock room) and 8.5-9 in running shoes. The 8 in Fryes leaves at least an inch between my big toe and the end of the shoe (even with moderately thick socks). I have a 7.5 in these and it's still quite roomy in the toe box - I could go smaller if I had narrow feet and skinny calves, but if I went down more with my foot shape the midfoot would be super tight. I'm sticking with the 7.5 and there will be nice room for socks and toe wiggling... and maybe insoles because arch support in Fryes isn't great (but then again my extreme over pronation makes me picky). (They might add some of this extra toe room intentionally - I think I'm used to less since modern shoes, especially nice women's shoes, tend to love the narrow toe box, which is what we're all used to, but in the end it's better for your feet if your toes can spread naturally and aren't crammed up against anything.) Now for the really GOOD aspects: 1. Like all the Frye boots I've seen, these have beautiful leather. It looks like you could never wear it out. I have the Fawn color, and I love it. I didn't want a high polish appearance; I wanted a soft looking (but not super distressed) brown, medium dark, and that's exactly what I got. It's not a very warm brown - there's an underlying dark greyish hue - but I like that because the color is really neutral while still being attractive on its own. Perfect and will match about anything. 2. The simple silhouette is really nice (if you, like me, are not a huge fan of cowboyish or overly rugged-and chunky silhouettes). 3. Short girls like me, take note: I'm not quite-5'4" and not leggy (~30 inch inseam), and there are many beautiful knee high Frye ... styles that I can't wear at all because the shaft comes all the way to the middle of my knee. However these hit just where they should! Yay! (Also good for short girls who want knee high Fryes - the Shirley Riding ... [not the over knee Shirley, but the knee high one with two buckles] which has a top that is made so that it can be cuffed down to a reasonable height. (If you're tall/leggy, know that the Melissa boots will probably not come all the way up to right below your knee.) [...]
Beautiful ... too short though These boots were beautiful, great quality leather and would have been exactly what I was looking for, but as other tall people have noted, they just do not come up high enough on my calf. I am 5'8, and these boots just looked odd when I put them on because they hit to low on my calf. I returned them immediately.
worth the splurge This is my 3rd pair of Fryes (I have the Carson riding boots and 8" Engineers). The workmanship is consistently good, the leather feels and smells great, and the fit is superb. I usually wear 7.5, sometimes 8. My Carson boots are a 7.5, and they have stretched out considerably, to the point where i need to wear thicker socks. I ordered the Melissa Button boots in 7. They were tight around the toes for the first few days, but they have started to loosen up a bit. I know they're only going to get better. Love these boots!
LOVE!!! I have been wanting these boots for over a year now and I finally took the plunge! I read every single review available on Piperlime and other websites before I purchased these boots because they do cost a lot of money. However, I believe that quality shoes are worth the investment and I hope this pair of Frye's is no exception to the rule. I am 5"8 and wear a size 10 in all shoes so naturally I ordered a size 10-they fit like a glove. My legs are average and they fit perfectly around my calves and there is still room to wear with slim to skinny pants. The arch is nice but might feel like there's a bump under your foot if you don't have a high arch. They are slick on the bottom, but just need to be scuffed up on some gravel. I ordered them in cognac and the color is beautiful and they smell just like the leather goods sold from the vendors in Italy. I love them and recommend to anyone who wants a quality ...
Love these boots I purchased the Melissa button in distressed chocolate. They look like they are very worn in. I wasn't 100% sure that I would like that, but I didn't want smooth, shiny boots this time. I love them. The color is so dark that they go nicely with black and brown and also gray and any other color. I am 5'1" and the shaft height is perfect for me. About 1 1/2 inches below my knee. They were easy for me to put on and take off - I didn't have the same issues some have had, but I think the distressed chocolate may already be softened from the process. I bought non skid adhesive grips for the bottom and never once had an issue with sliding or slipping even though the bottoms are slick. My daughter and I went to look at other colors and the more smooth styles kind of look like rain boots at first, but the distressed don't. I'm sure the vintage style would not either. I was very nervous to spend so much on one pair of boots - I'm frugal. But these boots are such a classic style and so well made, I'm sure I will wear them for the rest of my life. I love how they look. I wasn't sure I was a boots and dress type of girl, but I am with these boots! I kept looking at other boots in the $150-$200 range and nothing grabbed me like these did.I don't regret spending the money, and bought these during a 20% off sale, which did help a little. Go for it!
Best riding ... ever! The Melissa Button ... my favorite riding ... ever. Yes, they are pricey but these boots are an investment piece. Frye boots will last a lifetime. I have owned a pair in black for two years now and just recently got the cognac. I am excited every fall when I can get these boots out of my closet. I live in Texas, so weather permitting I can't wear these year round. I would highly recommend these boots. I normally wear a 10 in Frye shoes but these run a half size small so I wear a 9.5. You won't regret purchasing these boots. They are totally worth the money!
love them! They are so beautiful and perfect. The leather takes a few wears to break in to where it's comfortable, but they are so worth it. The height is perfect if you tend to have problems with the regular height boots. Most riding boots generally come a little too high, hitting the bottom of my knee, but these are perfect.
Love them- worth the price! If you are reading this, it means you are seriously debating ordering these boots. I want to tell you, DO IT! You won't regret it. I ordered the Melissa button ... black hoping for a nice, timeless yet hip black ... winter. I wanted something that wasn't too matronly and buttoned up, that I could wear with skinny jeans, leggings, and short dresses. Maybe a bare leg if the weather was nice. :) I also ride horses and don't want to spend the money for riding boots so these will be great for that too- and there is nothing like a little horse poo to make your boots look even more lived in and loved! :) I have always loved the style of the Frye campus but it is a little too biker chic for my everyday need or wearing to work. So I ordered Melissa and I wasn't disappointed! These boots arrived and it was obvious they were a great quality product. Very thick, supple leather, heavy yet flexible and I just know they will wear wonderfully once they are broken in! And the smell! Oh, heavenly! I keep getting whiffs of it and I just smile. :) As for sizing, I am usually a 7 but as most reviewers suggested, I bought a 6.5 and immediately one went on easily. The other one was a little tighter and I had to use the plastic bag trick (I think one of my feet is larger than the other- it wasn't a flaw with the ... They were comfortable right off the bat and didn't rub or squeeze too much with a thin sock and jeans on. I should mention that I have an impossibly high instep and the first night I got them, I wore a thicker sock with my skinny jeans and I could feel the tightness in my instep, but today I wore tights and they were great all day. I am a petite 5'2', 115 with thin calves and the tops of the boots are nicely snug so if you have any concerns about your calf width, try the extended calf. Usually high boots like these are baggy on me but these fit well at the top, although by the ankle there is ample room. I love these and can't wait to wear them for years to come!!!!!!!
Stylish ... Looks Great Dressed Up or Down (with jeans) Love, love, love these boots. It's my first pair of Fryes and I really hestitated to shell out the money, but I feel that I certainly got my money's worth. Very high quality ... They look cute with my dress pants and skirts and even better with good ole blue jeans. Best part - a very compfortable ...
Best boots ever These are my first Frye boots and will not be the last. The boots are a little narrow but the leather will stretch out soon. I have only worn them twice. Some people were mentioning that if you have a high arch the boots would be hard to get in, not true. I have a higher arch than most people and the boots slide right in. My usual size is between 9 or 9 1/2, I ordered the 9 and it fit perfectly. Another issue is the calf - my calves are 14.5 inches and I still have plenty of space to fit skinny jeans and leggings definitely not an issue. These boots are gorgeous - I got them in cognac. The only issue I have with the boots is they scuff very easily, i guess it adds to the character of the ... buy the wax Frye sells to protect them.
Great ... some challenges These are great boots--gorgeous, in fact. They are difficult to get on and off (I have a high instep) and they have a bit of a hump on the sole where the heel meets the rest of the ... which can be a bit uncomfortable if you are doing a lot of walking. But overall they are worth it. I think they run a bit large in size so I'd order a half size down or just roll with the extra toe space.
Just lovely, but Fryes run huge. (Long review because I think such a high price warrants knowing details of what you''re buying!) I wish I could give these a 4.5 - the appearance is nearly perfect, but all Frye boots have fit/sizing quirks that sort of get on my nerves. If they were cheaper, this would be excusable, but for the price, those quirks warrant a 4. If you're reading the reviews, you probably want to know about those negative or unexpected aspects before spending over $300, so I'll mention those first (but that doesn't mean that the positive doesn't outweigh the negative or that I would change much about these boots). I'm still keeping them, and it was still worth it [...]. NOT SO-GOOD: 1. The soles seem relatively durable (some Frye boots have thinner soles than I like), which is nice, but lots of Fryes have pretty smooth bottoms, so be careful with them on slippery surfaces when they're new - the traction will be questionable until you scuff up the soles yourself a bit. 2. Like with all Frye boots I've tried on, it was tough to get my foot to fit through the ankle of the ... but the pull tabs help a ton. (Getting them off is even harder, but it's worth it. I think that aspect of the fit prevents you from interrupting this really smooth leather silhouette with zippers or gores while making for a good, stable fit once they are on.) 3. Along the same lines, I have pretty average calves - not tiny, but I rarely have trouble with any boots not fitting over them - and I never need a wide shaft ... but these come close to being too tight (just barely enough space to cram jeans in with no room left over), so if your calves are bigger, you may not like these. 4. Most important to know: the sizing. I wear an 8 in almost every flat or heel, an 8-8.5 in most boots (sometimes need extra sock room) and 8.5-9 in running shoes. The 8 in Fryes leaves at least an inch between my big toe and the end of the shoe (even with moderately thick socks). I have a 7.5 in these and it's still quite roomy in the toe box - I could go smaller if I had narrow feet and skinny calves, but if I went down more with my foot shape the midfoot would be super tight. I'm sticking with the 7.5 and there will be nice room for socks and toe wiggling... and maybe insoles because arch support in Fryes isn't great (but then again my extreme over pronation makes me picky). (They might add some of this extra toe room intentionally - I think I'm used to less since modern shoes, especially nice women's shoes, tend to love the narrow toe box, which is what we're all used to, but in the end it's better for your feet if your toes can spread naturally and aren't crammed up against anything.) Now for the really GOOD aspects: 1. Like all the Frye boots I've seen, these have beautiful leather. It looks like you could never wear it out. I have the Fawn color, and I love it. I didn't want a high polish appearance; I wanted a soft looking (but not super distressed) brown, medium dark, and that's exactly what I got. It's not a very warm brown - there's an underlying dark greyish hue - but I like that because the color is really neutral while still being attractive on its own. Perfect and will match about anything. 2. The simple silhouette is really nice (if you, like me, are not a huge fan of cowboyish or overly rugged-and chunky silhouettes). 3. Short girls like me, take note: I'm not quite-5'4" and not leggy (~30 inch inseam), and there are many beautiful knee high Frye ... styles that I can't wear at all because the shaft comes all the way to the middle of my knee. However these hit just where they should! Yay! (Also good for short girls who want knee high Fryes - the Shirley Riding ... [not the over knee Shirley, but the knee high one with two buckles] which has a top that is made so that it can be cuffed down to a reasonable height. (If you're tall/leggy, know that the Melissa boots will probably not come all the way up to right below your knee.) [...]
Beautiful ... too short though These boots were beautiful, great quality leather and would have been exactly what I was looking for, but as other tall people have noted, they just do not come up high enough on my calf. I am 5'8, and these boots just looked odd when I put them on because they hit to low on my calf. I returned them immediately.
worth the splurge This is my 3rd pair of Fryes (I have the Carson riding boots and 8" Engineers). The workmanship is consistently good, the leather feels and smells great, and the fit is superb. I usually wear 7.5, sometimes 8. My Carson boots are a 7.5, and they have stretched out considerably, to the point where i need to wear thicker socks. I ordered the Melissa Button boots in 7. They were tight around the toes for the first few days, but they have started to loosen up a bit. I know they're only going to get better. Love these boots!
LOVE!!! I have been wanting these boots for over a year now and I finally took the plunge! I read every single review available on Piperlime and other websites before I purchased these boots because they do cost a lot of money. However, I believe that quality shoes are worth the investment and I hope this pair of Frye's is no exception to the rule. I am 5"8 and wear a size 10 in all shoes so naturally I ordered a size 10-they fit like a glove. My legs are average and they fit perfectly around my calves and there is still room to wear with slim to skinny pants. The arch is nice but might feel like there's a bump under your foot if you don't have a high arch. They are slick on the bottom, but just need to be scuffed up on some gravel. I ordered them in cognac and the color is beautiful and they smell just like the leather goods sold from the vendors in Italy. I love them and recommend to anyone who wants a quality ...
Love these boots I purchased the Melissa button in distressed chocolate. They look like they are very worn in. I wasn't 100% sure that I would like that, but I didn't want smooth, shiny boots this time. I love them. The color is so dark that they go nicely with black and brown and also gray and any other color. I am 5'1" and the shaft height is perfect for me. About 1 1/2 inches below my knee. They were easy for me to put on and take off - I didn't have the same issues some have had, but I think the distressed chocolate may already be softened from the process. I bought non skid adhesive grips for the bottom and never once had an issue with sliding or slipping even though the bottoms are slick. My daughter and I went to look at other colors and the more smooth styles kind of look like rain boots at first, but the distressed don't. I'm sure the vintage style would not either. I was very nervous to spend so much on one pair of boots - I'm frugal. But these boots are such a classic style and so well made, I'm sure I will wear them for the rest of my life. I love how they look. I wasn't sure I was a boots and dress type of girl, but I am with these boots! I kept looking at other boots in the $150-$200 range and nothing grabbed me like these did.I don't regret spending the money, and bought these during a 20% off sale, which did help a little. Go for it!
Best riding ... ever! The Melissa Button ... my favorite riding ... ever. Yes, they are pricey but these boots are an investment piece. Frye boots will last a lifetime. I have owned a pair in black for two years now and just recently got the cognac. I am excited every fall when I can get these boots out of my closet. I live in Texas, so weather permitting I can't wear these year round. I would highly recommend these boots. I normally wear a 10 in Frye shoes but these run a half size small so I wear a 9.5. You won't regret purchasing these boots. They are totally worth the money!
love them! They are so beautiful and perfect. The leather takes a few wears to break in to where it's comfortable, but they are so worth it. The height is perfect if you tend to have problems with the regular height boots. Most riding boots generally come a little too high, hitting the bottom of my knee, but these are perfect.
Love them- worth the price! If you are reading this, it means you are seriously debating ordering these boots. I want to tell you, DO IT! You won't regret it. I ordered the Melissa button ... black hoping for a nice, timeless yet hip black ... winter. I wanted something that wasn't too matronly and buttoned up, that I could wear with skinny jeans, leggings, and short dresses. Maybe a bare leg if the weather was nice. :) I also ride horses and don't want to spend the money for riding boots so these will be great for that too- and there is nothing like a little horse poo to make your boots look even more lived in and loved! :) I have always loved the style of the Frye campus but it is a little too biker chic for my everyday need or wearing to work. So I ordered Melissa and I wasn't disappointed! These boots arrived and it was obvious they were a great quality product. Very thick, supple leather, heavy yet flexible and I just know they will wear wonderfully once they are broken in! And the smell! Oh, heavenly! I keep getting whiffs of it and I just smile. :) As for sizing, I am usually a 7 but as most reviewers suggested, I bought a 6.5 and immediately one went on easily. The other one was a little tighter and I had to use the plastic bag trick (I think one of my feet is larger than the other- it wasn't a flaw with the ... They were comfortable right off the bat and didn't rub or squeeze too much with a thin sock and jeans on. I should mention that I have an impossibly high instep and the first night I got them, I wore a thicker sock with my skinny jeans and I could feel the tightness in my instep, but today I wore tights and they were great all day. I am a petite 5'2', 115 with thin calves and the tops of the boots are nicely snug so if you have any concerns about your calf width, try the extended calf. Usually high boots like these are baggy on me but these fit well at the top, although by the ankle there is ample room. I love these and can't wait to wear them for years to come!!!!!!!
Stylish ... Looks Great Dressed Up or Down (with jeans) Love, love, love these boots. It's my first pair of Fryes and I really hestitated to shell out the money, but I feel that I certainly got my money's worth. Very high quality ... They look cute with my dress pants and skirts and even better with good ole blue jeans. Best part - a very compfortable ...
Best boots ever These are my first Frye boots and will not be the last. The boots are a little narrow but the leather will stretch out soon. I have only worn them twice. Some people were mentioning that if you have a high arch the boots would be hard to get in, not true. I have a higher arch than most people and the boots slide right in. My usual size is between 9 or 9 1/2, I ordered the 9 and it fit perfectly. Another issue is the calf - my calves are 14.5 inches and I still have plenty of space to fit skinny jeans and leggings definitely not an issue. These boots are gorgeous - I got them in cognac. The only issue I have with the boots is they scuff very easily, i guess it adds to the character of the ... buy the wax Frye sells to protect them.
Great ... some challenges These are great boots--gorgeous, in fact. They are difficult to get on and off (I have a high instep) and they have a bit of a hump on the sole where the heel meets the rest of the ... which can be a bit uncomfortable if you are doing a lot of walking. But overall they are worth it. I think they run a bit large in size so I'd order a half size down or just roll with the extra toe space.
Just lovely, but Fryes run huge. (Long review because I think such a high price warrants knowing details of what you''re buying!) I wish I could give these a 4.5 - the appearance is nearly perfect, but all Frye boots have fit/sizing quirks that sort of get on my nerves. If they were cheaper, this would be excusable, but for the price, those quirks warrant a 4. If you're reading the reviews, you probably want to know about those negative or unexpected aspects before spending over $300, so I'll mention those first (but that doesn't mean that the positive doesn't outweigh the negative or that I would change much about these boots). I'm still keeping them, and it was still worth it [...]. NOT SO-GOOD: 1. The soles seem relatively durable (some Frye boots have thinner soles than I like), which is nice, but lots of Fryes have pretty smooth bottoms, so be careful with them on slippery surfaces when they're new - the traction will be questionable until you scuff up the soles yourself a bit. 2. Like with all Frye boots I've tried on, it was tough to get my foot to fit through the ankle of the ... but the pull tabs help a ton. (Getting them off is even harder, but it's worth it. I think that aspect of the fit prevents you from interrupting this really smooth leather silhouette with zippers or gores while making for a good, stable fit once they are on.) 3. Along the same lines, I have pretty average calves - not tiny, but I rarely have trouble with any boots not fitting over them - and I never need a wide shaft ... but these come close to being too tight (just barely enough space to cram jeans in with no room left over), so if your calves are bigger, you may not like these. 4. Most important to know: the sizing. I wear an 8 in almost every flat or heel, an 8-8.5 in most boots (sometimes need extra sock room) and 8.5-9 in running shoes. The 8 in Fryes leaves at least an inch between my big toe and the end of the shoe (even with moderately thick socks). I have a 7.5 in these and it's still quite roomy in the toe box - I could go smaller if I had narrow feet and skinny calves, but if I went down more with my foot shape the midfoot would be super tight. I'm sticking with the 7.5 and there will be nice room for socks and toe wiggling... and maybe insoles because arch support in Fryes isn't great (but then again my extreme over pronation makes me picky). (They might add some of this extra toe room intentionally - I think I'm used to less since modern shoes, especially nice women's shoes, tend to love the narrow toe box, which is what we're all used to, but in the end it's better for your feet if your toes can spread naturally and aren't crammed up against anything.) Now for the really GOOD aspects: 1. Like all the Frye boots I've seen, these have beautiful leather. It looks like you could never wear it out. I have the Fawn color, and I love it. I didn't want a high polish appearance; I wanted a soft looking (but not super distressed) brown, medium dark, and that's exactly what I got. It's not a very warm brown - there's an underlying dark greyish hue - but I like that because the color is really neutral while still being attractive on its own. Perfect and will match about anything. 2. The simple silhouette is really nice (if you, like me, are not a huge fan of cowboyish or overly rugged-and chunky silhouettes). 3. Short girls like me, take note: I'm not quite-5'4" and not leggy (~30 inch inseam), and there are many beautiful knee high Frye ... styles that I can't wear at all because the shaft comes all the way to the middle of my knee. However these hit just where they should! Yay! (Also good for short girls who want knee high Fryes - the Shirley Riding ... [not the over knee Shirley, but the knee high one with two buckles] which has a top that is made so that it can be cuffed down to a reasonable height. (If you're tall/leggy, know that the Melissa boots will probably not come all the way up to right below your knee.) [...]
Beautiful ... too short though These boots were beautiful, great quality leather and would have been exactly what I was looking for, but as other tall people have noted, they just do not come up high enough on my calf. I am 5'8, and these boots just looked odd when I put them on because they hit to low on my calf. I returned them immediately.
Love my Frye boots. These are the perfect ... They look amazing. I am 5''4 and I have slender calfs. I was worried that they were going to be to bulky around he legs after reading other reviews. I love the way they look and think they will be perfect with either leggings or skinny jeans. You will definitely need to pull these on with the ... loops at the top. A pair of nylon knee high socks were very helpful in getting them on. I love these ... they are a timeless ... well worth the $$ and will last forever!!!
Great ... This is my second pair of Frye ... love them! The dark brown color is rich and the leather is very high quality. They're extremely comfortable and look great with leggings or skinny jeans! I wear a size 8 in shoes and that is the size I also wear in Frye ...
Just what I wanted for Christmas!!! I've been looking for the perfect ... awhile and when I found these I couldnt order them fast enough. Yes, the price is a bit high but they're worth it. I have average calves and wearing these boots with or without jeans they look great. The leather is super soft and they feel great. The only downside (if you can call it one) is the soles. These boots have just about no traction so walking in the snow gets a little tricky. In spite of that, I have absolutely no regrets about these boots!
I''m in love I was so excited to get them in the mail that I walked around in my shorts with the ... all day. The leather is beautiful. The fit is to be expected. I have a high instep so getting them on is a little struggle but once they are on they are awesome. You wont be disappointed.
This is a really nice ... , it was a half size big i usually wear a 7 1/2 but cld have gone to a 7 in these ... Only flaw was the shaft was too high and the extra flap of leather on the ront made my legs look very wide from the front , had they been a lil more tapered to the leg and half an inch lower in the shaft i wld have kept them but sadly had to return
Not worth the money I have read other reviews, besides the ones available from piperlime and there seems to be a problem with the sole wearing out on them. I thought maybe those reviews were just a fluke...I mean the shoes are over [$]! Well, my stepfather loves cowboy ... actually takes all of his shoes to a specific cobbler. The first thing he said when I took the shoes out of the box was,"You're going to need to get something to put on the soles of those because they will wear out if you don't." I went down a half size and they are still too big on me and I have way too much room even with thick socks. I wear a 6, went down to 5 1/2 and they don't come any smaller so I am out of luck there. My last problem was the height of these shoes. I'm short and petite (5'1" and 105 lbs) these go too high on my legs and are a little too wide around the calves. I had to return them. They are nice, just definitely not worth the money.
Lackluster I read all the reviews before purchasing them and had my expectations pretty high for them (especially for the price) That being said, the ... no doubt great quality. I ordered the dark brown color because I loved how broken in, warm brown and glossy they looked in the picture. I was pretty disappointed to get a lackluster ... price, I think they were missing the "WOW" factor.
Love my Frye boots. These are the perfect ... They look amazing. I am 5''4 and I have slender calfs. I was worried that they were going to be to bulky around he legs after reading other reviews. I love the way they look and think they will be perfect with either leggings or skinny jeans. You will definitely need to pull these on with the ... loops at the top. A pair of nylon knee high socks were very helpful in getting them on. I love these ... they are a timeless ... well worth the $$ and will last forever!!!
Great ... This is my second pair of Frye ... love them! The dark brown color is rich and the leather is very high quality. They're extremely comfortable and look great with leggings or skinny jeans! I wear a size 8 in shoes and that is the size I also wear in Frye ...
Just what I wanted for Christmas!!! I've been looking for the perfect ... awhile and when I found these I couldnt order them fast enough. Yes, the price is a bit high but they're worth it. I have average calves and wearing these boots with or without jeans they look great. The leather is super soft and they feel great. The only downside (if you can call it one) is the soles. These boots have just about no traction so walking in the snow gets a little tricky. In spite of that, I have absolutely no regrets about these boots!
I''m in love I was so excited to get them in the mail that I walked around in my shorts with the ... all day. The leather is beautiful. The fit is to be expected. I have a high instep so getting them on is a little struggle but once they are on they are awesome. You wont be disappointed.
This is a really nice ... , it was a half size big i usually wear a 7 1/2 but cld have gone to a 7 in these ... Only flaw was the shaft was too high and the extra flap of leather on the ront made my legs look very wide from the front , had they been a lil more tapered to the leg and half an inch lower in the shaft i wld have kept them but sadly had to return
Not worth the money I have read other reviews, besides the ones available from piperlime and there seems to be a problem with the sole wearing out on them. I thought maybe those reviews were just a fluke...I mean the shoes are over [$]! Well, my stepfather loves cowboy ... actually takes all of his shoes to a specific cobbler. The first thing he said when I took the shoes out of the box was,"You're going to need to get something to put on the soles of those because they will wear out if you don't." I went down a half size and they are still too big on me and I have way too much room even with thick socks. I wear a 6, went down to 5 1/2 and they don't come any smaller so I am out of luck there. My last problem was the height of these shoes. I'm short and petite (5'1" and 105 lbs) these go too high on my legs and are a little too wide around the calves. I had to return them. They are nice, just definitely not worth the money.
Lackluster I read all the reviews before purchasing them and had my expectations pretty high for them (especially for the price) That being said, the ... no doubt great quality. I ordered the dark brown color because I loved how broken in, warm brown and glossy they looked in the picture. I was pretty disappointed to get a lackluster ... price, I think they were missing the "WOW" factor.
Love my Frye boots. These are the perfect ... They look amazing. I am 5''4 and I have slender calfs. I was worried that they were going to be to bulky around he legs after reading other reviews. I love the way they look and think they will be perfect with either leggings or skinny jeans. You will definitely need to pull these on with the ... loops at the top. A pair of nylon knee high socks were very helpful in getting them on. I love these ... they are a timeless ... well worth the $$ and will last forever!!!
Great ... This is my second pair of Frye ... love them! The dark brown color is rich and the leather is very high quality. They're extremely comfortable and look great with leggings or skinny jeans! I wear a size 8 in shoes and that is the size I also wear in Frye ...
Just what I wanted for Christmas!!! I've been looking for the perfect ... awhile and when I found these I couldnt order them fast enough. Yes, the price is a bit high but they're worth it. I have average calves and wearing these boots with or without jeans they look great. The leather is super soft and they feel great. The only downside (if you can call it one) is the soles. These boots have just about no traction so walking in the snow gets a little tricky. In spite of that, I have absolutely no regrets about these boots!
I''m in love I was so excited to get them in the mail that I walked around in my shorts with the ... all day. The leather is beautiful. The fit is to be expected. I have a high instep so getting them on is a little struggle but once they are on they are awesome. You wont be disappointed.
This is a really nice ... , it was a half size big i usually wear a 7 1/2 but cld have gone to a 7 in these ... Only flaw was the shaft was too high and the extra flap of leather on the ront made my legs look very wide from the front , had they been a lil more tapered to the leg and half an inch lower in the shaft i wld have kept them but sadly had to return
Not worth the money I have read other reviews, besides the ones available from piperlime and there seems to be a problem with the sole wearing out on them. I thought maybe those reviews were just a fluke...I mean the shoes are over [$]! Well, my stepfather loves cowboy ... actually takes all of his shoes to a specific cobbler. The first thing he said when I took the shoes out of the box was,"You're going to need to get something to put on the soles of those because they will wear out if you don't." I went down a half size and they are still too big on me and I have way too much room even with thick socks. I wear a 6, went down to 5 1/2 and they don't come any smaller so I am out of luck there. My last problem was the height of these shoes. I'm short and petite (5'1" and 105 lbs) these go too high on my legs and are a little too wide around the calves. I had to return them. They are nice, just definitely not worth the money.
Lackluster I read all the reviews before purchasing them and had my expectations pretty high for them (especially for the price) That being said, the ... no doubt great quality. I ordered the dark brown color because I loved how broken in, warm brown and glossy they looked in the picture. I was pretty disappointed to get a lackluster ... price, I think they were missing the "WOW" factor.
