Love mah Troopas! I LOVE these styles of combat boots by Steve Madden! I'm so paranoid that they are gunna discontinue this style so i'm anxious about getting all of the essential colors. I own them in taupe and in black now, and i'm thinking the next pair will be the brown. I get so many compliments on them. I'm addicted to these boots!
Great Boots!!!!! I was a bit skeptical in buying these boots because it was the second time that I was trying them out. Boy was I happy that I gave these boots another try. They are pretty comfortable and look super cute with almost anything you wear. The only thing I would recommend is going a 1/2 size up as they do run a bit narrow. If you are thinking about trying these out go for it; you wont regret it!!!!!
These boots rock I am very happy with these boots! I usually wear a 7.5 and they fit true to size but if you want to wear thicker socks, I would get a half size larger, I bought the dark brown and love the color. The side zip is handy and the boots seems to be great quality except the laces, but who cares!
Love them! These boots are faboulous! They look great with legging jeans and an oversized sweater- very rugged and have that boyfriend look. I received tons of compliments the first time I wore them. I have a wide foot and wore them with thick socks the first time and was fine. Great buy for the price!
My New Go To ... I purchased these boots in black, for the more "combat ... look. I must say, I am impressed. For the price, they are perfect! They are super comfortable and very stylish with just about every outfit. Since I got them two weeks ago, I've worn them about 7 times! Skinny jeans, tights, dresses...so chic! And they're flat so they are never uncomfortable. They would even be perfect for an outdoor party, camping or festival. My boyfriend hates when I wear masculine looking things, but even he likes these!! lol Most definitely my new go to ... fall.. :D
Great for small calves and ankles I got these boots in black. They are true to size and very versatile. You can lace or zip them. I put them on, laced them to where I wanted and now just use the zipper. The only issue is that it is small in the ankle which makes it harder to get your foot into the ... am happy that the ankle is small otherwise I really don't like it when there is extra room in that area, it looks and feels bad. I still have room to fit a pair of jeans in the boots and I am sure if you have slightly larger calves you can still make it work by loosening the laces. I should mention that the boots came up a little higher than I expected initially. I think I was looking at too many different pairs and most were shorter than these. You can get a little bunching at the top of the ... if you wear jeans that aren't snug down to your ankle. I don't mind it though. I would not recommend these boots to someone with large ankles. They do start to look distressed after frequent wear but it works with the style of these boots (at least in black). Happy shopping!
Great BOOTS! These boots are just what I was looking for. The zipper on the side is perfect for making sure your skinny jeans squeeze right in. I have the cognac so they match with almost everything. These boots are VERY narrow so you have to wear thin socks with them- even if you really loosen the laces. Still, they are the perfect boots with dresses and jeans! I love them!
Great Boots!! Love these boots!! True to size, I'm an 8.5 and my foot feels good in the them, even thought they were a little challenging to get into. They are very stiff and I need to break them in badly because I could feel the walls of the ... digging into my ankle when I walked. They look amazing and I have been wanting a pair of military boots for a long time. I love the zipper on the side, the black color is great and will wear in perfectly, and the leather feels like great, heavy, sturdy leather.
They''re Great I ordered these in the brown, and the color is very similar to the picture. The zip on the inside is helpful so you don't have to lace/unlace them when you put them on and take them off. The leather is decent quality, they are comfortable, and I am complimented when I wear them. I typically wear a size 71/2 or 8, and the 71/2 is still roomy. I do recommend purchasing these boots.
Love the boots
great ... but made for narrow feet I thought these boots had the best look of all the "army" boots on the website under [$]. The finish of the leather is perfect. I wouldn't recommend these boots for a lot of walking. Also, they look great with any width jean.
Love mah Troopas! I LOVE these styles of combat boots by Steve Madden! I'm so paranoid that they are gunna discontinue this style so i'm anxious about getting all of the essential colors. I own them in taupe and in black now, and i'm thinking the next pair will be the brown. I get so many compliments on them. I'm addicted to these boots!
Great Boots!!!!! I was a bit skeptical in buying these boots because it was the second time that I was trying them out. Boy was I happy that I gave these boots another try. They are pretty comfortable and look super cute with almost anything you wear. The only thing I would recommend is going a 1/2 size up as they do run a bit narrow. If you are thinking about trying these out go for it; you wont regret it!!!!!
These boots rock I am very happy with these boots! I usually wear a 7.5 and they fit true to size but if you want to wear thicker socks, I would get a half size larger, I bought the dark brown and love the color. The side zip is handy and the boots seems to be great quality except the laces, but who cares!
Love them! These boots are faboulous! They look great with legging jeans and an oversized sweater- very rugged and have that boyfriend look. I received tons of compliments the first time I wore them. I have a wide foot and wore them with thick socks the first time and was fine. Great buy for the price!
My New Go To ... I purchased these boots in black, for the more "combat ... look. I must say, I am impressed. For the price, they are perfect! They are super comfortable and very stylish with just about every outfit. Since I got them two weeks ago, I've worn them about 7 times! Skinny jeans, tights, dresses...so chic! And they're flat so they are never uncomfortable. They would even be perfect for an outdoor party, camping or festival. My boyfriend hates when I wear masculine looking things, but even he likes these!! lol Most definitely my new go to ... fall.. :D
Great for small calves and ankles I got these boots in black. They are true to size and very versatile. You can lace or zip them. I put them on, laced them to where I wanted and now just use the zipper. The only issue is that it is small in the ankle which makes it harder to get your foot into the ... am happy that the ankle is small otherwise I really don't like it when there is extra room in that area, it looks and feels bad. I still have room to fit a pair of jeans in the boots and I am sure if you have slightly larger calves you can still make it work by loosening the laces. I should mention that the boots came up a little higher than I expected initially. I think I was looking at too many different pairs and most were shorter than these. You can get a little bunching at the top of the ... if you wear jeans that aren't snug down to your ankle. I don't mind it though. I would not recommend these boots to someone with large ankles. They do start to look distressed after frequent wear but it works with the style of these boots (at least in black). Happy shopping!
Great BOOTS! These boots are just what I was looking for. The zipper on the side is perfect for making sure your skinny jeans squeeze right in. I have the cognac so they match with almost everything. These boots are VERY narrow so you have to wear thin socks with them- even if you really loosen the laces. Still, they are the perfect boots with dresses and jeans! I love them!
Great Boots!! Love these boots!! True to size, I'm an 8.5 and my foot feels good in the them, even thought they were a little challenging to get into. They are very stiff and I need to break them in badly because I could feel the walls of the ... digging into my ankle when I walked. They look amazing and I have been wanting a pair of military boots for a long time. I love the zipper on the side, the black color is great and will wear in perfectly, and the leather feels like great, heavy, sturdy leather.
They''re Great I ordered these in the brown, and the color is very similar to the picture. The zip on the inside is helpful so you don't have to lace/unlace them when you put them on and take them off. The leather is decent quality, they are comfortable, and I am complimented when I wear them. I typically wear a size 71/2 or 8, and the 71/2 is still roomy. I do recommend purchasing these boots.
Love the boots
great ... but made for narrow feet I thought these boots had the best look of all the "army" boots on the website under [$]. The finish of the leather is perfect. I wouldn't recommend these boots for a lot of walking. Also, they look great with any width jean.
Love mah Troopas! I LOVE these styles of combat boots by Steve Madden! I'm so paranoid that they are gunna discontinue this style so i'm anxious about getting all of the essential colors. I own them in taupe and in black now, and i'm thinking the next pair will be the brown. I get so many compliments on them. I'm addicted to these boots!
Great Boots!!!!! I was a bit skeptical in buying these boots because it was the second time that I was trying them out. Boy was I happy that I gave these boots another try. They are pretty comfortable and look super cute with almost anything you wear. The only thing I would recommend is going a 1/2 size up as they do run a bit narrow. If you are thinking about trying these out go for it; you wont regret it!!!!!
These boots rock I am very happy with these boots! I usually wear a 7.5 and they fit true to size but if you want to wear thicker socks, I would get a half size larger, I bought the dark brown and love the color. The side zip is handy and the boots seems to be great quality except the laces, but who cares!
Love them! These boots are faboulous! They look great with legging jeans and an oversized sweater- very rugged and have that boyfriend look. I received tons of compliments the first time I wore them. I have a wide foot and wore them with thick socks the first time and was fine. Great buy for the price!
My New Go To ... I purchased these boots in black, for the more "combat ... look. I must say, I am impressed. For the price, they are perfect! They are super comfortable and very stylish with just about every outfit. Since I got them two weeks ago, I've worn them about 7 times! Skinny jeans, tights, dresses...so chic! And they're flat so they are never uncomfortable. They would even be perfect for an outdoor party, camping or festival. My boyfriend hates when I wear masculine looking things, but even he likes these!! lol Most definitely my new go to ... fall.. :D
Great for small calves and ankles I got these boots in black. They are true to size and very versatile. You can lace or zip them. I put them on, laced them to where I wanted and now just use the zipper. The only issue is that it is small in the ankle which makes it harder to get your foot into the ... am happy that the ankle is small otherwise I really don't like it when there is extra room in that area, it looks and feels bad. I still have room to fit a pair of jeans in the boots and I am sure if you have slightly larger calves you can still make it work by loosening the laces. I should mention that the boots came up a little higher than I expected initially. I think I was looking at too many different pairs and most were shorter than these. You can get a little bunching at the top of the ... if you wear jeans that aren't snug down to your ankle. I don't mind it though. I would not recommend these boots to someone with large ankles. They do start to look distressed after frequent wear but it works with the style of these boots (at least in black). Happy shopping!
Great BOOTS! These boots are just what I was looking for. The zipper on the side is perfect for making sure your skinny jeans squeeze right in. I have the cognac so they match with almost everything. These boots are VERY narrow so you have to wear thin socks with them- even if you really loosen the laces. Still, they are the perfect boots with dresses and jeans! I love them!
Great Boots!! Love these boots!! True to size, I'm an 8.5 and my foot feels good in the them, even thought they were a little challenging to get into. They are very stiff and I need to break them in badly because I could feel the walls of the ... digging into my ankle when I walked. They look amazing and I have been wanting a pair of military boots for a long time. I love the zipper on the side, the black color is great and will wear in perfectly, and the leather feels like great, heavy, sturdy leather.
They''re Great I ordered these in the brown, and the color is very similar to the picture. The zip on the inside is helpful so you don't have to lace/unlace them when you put them on and take them off. The leather is decent quality, they are comfortable, and I am complimented when I wear them. I typically wear a size 71/2 or 8, and the 71/2 is still roomy. I do recommend purchasing these boots.
Love the boots
great ... but made for narrow feet I thought these boots had the best look of all the "army" boots on the website under [$]. The finish of the leather is perfect. I wouldn't recommend these boots for a lot of walking. Also, they look great with any width jean.
Love mah Troopas! I LOVE these styles of combat boots by Steve Madden! I'm so paranoid that they are gunna discontinue this style so i'm anxious about getting all of the essential colors. I own them in taupe and in black now, and i'm thinking the next pair will be the brown. I get so many compliments on them. I'm addicted to these boots!
Great Boots!!!!! I was a bit skeptical in buying these boots because it was the second time that I was trying them out. Boy was I happy that I gave these boots another try. They are pretty comfortable and look super cute with almost anything you wear. The only thing I would recommend is going a 1/2 size up as they do run a bit narrow. If you are thinking about trying these out go for it; you wont regret it!!!!!
These boots rock I am very happy with these boots! I usually wear a 7.5 and they fit true to size but if you want to wear thicker socks, I would get a half size larger, I bought the dark brown and love the color. The side zip is handy and the boots seems to be great quality except the laces, but who cares!
Love them! These boots are faboulous! They look great with legging jeans and an oversized sweater- very rugged and have that boyfriend look. I received tons of compliments the first time I wore them. I have a wide foot and wore them with thick socks the first time and was fine. Great buy for the price!
My New Go To ... I purchased these boots in black, for the more "combat ... look. I must say, I am impressed. For the price, they are perfect! They are super comfortable and very stylish with just about every outfit. Since I got them two weeks ago, I've worn them about 7 times! Skinny jeans, tights, dresses...so chic! And they're flat so they are never uncomfortable. They would even be perfect for an outdoor party, camping or festival. My boyfriend hates when I wear masculine looking things, but even he likes these!! lol Most definitely my new go to ... fall.. :D
Great for small calves and ankles I got these boots in black. They are true to size and very versatile. You can lace or zip them. I put them on, laced them to where I wanted and now just use the zipper. The only issue is that it is small in the ankle which makes it harder to get your foot into the ... am happy that the ankle is small otherwise I really don't like it when there is extra room in that area, it looks and feels bad. I still have room to fit a pair of jeans in the boots and I am sure if you have slightly larger calves you can still make it work by loosening the laces. I should mention that the boots came up a little higher than I expected initially. I think I was looking at too many different pairs and most were shorter than these. You can get a little bunching at the top of the ... if you wear jeans that aren't snug down to your ankle. I don't mind it though. I would not recommend these boots to someone with large ankles. They do start to look distressed after frequent wear but it works with the style of these boots (at least in black). Happy shopping!
Great BOOTS! These boots are just what I was looking for. The zipper on the side is perfect for making sure your skinny jeans squeeze right in. I have the cognac so they match with almost everything. These boots are VERY narrow so you have to wear thin socks with them- even if you really loosen the laces. Still, they are the perfect boots with dresses and jeans! I love them!
Great Boots!! Love these boots!! True to size, I'm an 8.5 and my foot feels good in the them, even thought they were a little challenging to get into. They are very stiff and I need to break them in badly because I could feel the walls of the ... digging into my ankle when I walked. They look amazing and I have been wanting a pair of military boots for a long time. I love the zipper on the side, the black color is great and will wear in perfectly, and the leather feels like great, heavy, sturdy leather.
They''re Great I ordered these in the brown, and the color is very similar to the picture. The zip on the inside is helpful so you don't have to lace/unlace them when you put them on and take them off. The leather is decent quality, they are comfortable, and I am complimented when I wear them. I typically wear a size 71/2 or 8, and the 71/2 is still roomy. I do recommend purchasing these boots.
Love the boots
great ... but made for narrow feet I thought these boots had the best look of all the "army" boots on the website under [$]. The finish of the leather is perfect. I wouldn't recommend these boots for a lot of walking. Also, they look great with any width jean.
Another Amazing Pair of Frye Boots I had been looking for the perfect pair of black boots forever, and I had always loved the Frye Paige Riding boots, so after searching forever (and trying not to get another pair of Frye's since I already own 3 pairs), I realized that Frye's were my favorite for a very good reason and that the Paige boots would be the way to go. These ... AMAZING. I have very thin calves so I was slightly worried since some reviewers were commenting on how the ... were great for big calves, but since the leather is very structured and sturdy, it doesn't make the ... slouch at all. It is so hard to find black ... do not look like combat ... hooker ... but these fit the bill. Plus, I love the lack of hardware with leather detailing instead, so that they are not entirely plain but still do not clash with any metals.
Get the Melissa boots if you''re short and have narrow calves! I had my heart set on the Paige riding boots. However, I had to return them...I'm 5'2" and they overwhelmed by short legs. My calves are also narrow and the large shaft opening looked weird. I hated to do it, but I returned them. Enter the Melissa riding boots! They fit me so much better and look great on. I love the look of the Paige boots but the Melissa boots just work better given my size/frame.
I love these boots! The boots came very quickly, per usual. Thanks, Piperlime! I've been waiting to find just the right boots. I need the extended calves, because my legs are very muscular. They fit perfectly and I can wear them with my favorite skinny jeans tucked in! Beautiful, classic boots! I'm thrilled!
Can''t wait for fall! These boots are beautiful and fit like a dream. I have a muscular 14 1/2 inch calf muscle so I have difficulty finding knee high boots that fit well. These are high quality and well worth the money. Though I am waiting for fall to wear them out, I am sure that I will get years of use from these classically styled boots.
Love them! I love these boots! I struggled trying to decide if I should go with an 81/2 or a 9 and settled on the 8.5. All my shoes are an 8.5 but I typically think I go with a 9 in boots. The 9s were comfy but a bit big. The 8.5 was a little harder to put on but felt fine and looked better. I have a skinny calf and most boots gap way too much. These work well and look great with jeans and leggings.
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 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!
I''m in LOVE with these boots! I got these on the recommendation of a friend - I didn't even think they'd be the ones I'd keep. Then I took them out of the box. First I saw the color (I got the cognac, which is gorgeous) and then, I felt the leather. Let's face it, a lot of people don't have a ton of money to spend, or you save or make a good excuse to spend more on something. I'm a pretty decent Cole Haan addict, and even with the boots I have from there, I looked at these and thought, really, this much for boots? Let me just say, they're totally worth it. These are the boots that you'll wear in to that perfectly cool, worn in stage where they feel like a piece of you. The kicker is, they're that comfortable within the first hour of putting them on. The leather molds to your feet, they're the perfect calf width so you can wear skinny jeans inside but still wear ... cut on top. And even with my super long legs, the height is fantastic. Seriously, the first night out in these boots, a stranger on the street stopped me to ask what they were and where she could get them. Yes, they're that good. I hesitated at first telling people this, but seriously, I have been looking for this ... few years at this point so just bite the bullet, pay for them and start your lifelong love now. The only remaining question for me is if I can justify having them in more than one color...
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!!!!!!!
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 Boots, but not for me! I was excited to see these boots in "Extended calf" as I need the extra leg room. These are NOT extended calf. With that being said, however, these boots are GORGEOUS. I ordered them in the burgandy color and the color is rich and lucious. If you have a regular size calves, the extended size may be a good idea in order tuck your pants into the boots. Again, the boots are worth every penny, but they just are not as extended calf as I expected them to be.
Love mah Troopas! I LOVE these styles of combat boots by Steve Madden! I'm so paranoid that they are gunna discontinue this style so i'm anxious about getting all of the essential colors. I own them in taupe and in black now, and i'm thinking the next pair will be the brown. I get so many compliments on them. I'm addicted to these boots!
Great Boots!!!!! I was a bit skeptical in buying these boots because it was the second time that I was trying them out. Boy was I happy that I gave these boots another try. They are pretty comfortable and look super cute with almost anything you wear. The only thing I would recommend is going a 1/2 size up as they do run a bit narrow. If you are thinking about trying these out go for it; you wont regret it!!!!!
These boots rock I am very happy with these boots! I usually wear a 7.5 and they fit true to size but if you want to wear thicker socks, I would get a half size larger, I bought the dark brown and love the color. The side zip is handy and the boots seems to be great quality except the laces, but who cares!
Love them! These boots are faboulous! They look great with legging jeans and an oversized sweater- very rugged and have that boyfriend look. I received tons of compliments the first time I wore them. I have a wide foot and wore them with thick socks the first time and was fine. Great buy for the price!
My New Go To ... I purchased these boots in black, for the more "combat ... look. I must say, I am impressed. For the price, they are perfect! They are super comfortable and very stylish with just about every outfit. Since I got them two weeks ago, I've worn them about 7 times! Skinny jeans, tights, dresses...so chic! And they're flat so they are never uncomfortable. They would even be perfect for an outdoor party, camping or festival. My boyfriend hates when I wear masculine looking things, but even he likes these!! lol Most definitely my new go to ... fall.. :D
Great for small calves and ankles I got these boots in black. They are true to size and very versatile. You can lace or zip them. I put them on, laced them to where I wanted and now just use the zipper. The only issue is that it is small in the ankle which makes it harder to get your foot into the ... am happy that the ankle is small otherwise I really don't like it when there is extra room in that area, it looks and feels bad. I still have room to fit a pair of jeans in the boots and I am sure if you have slightly larger calves you can still make it work by loosening the laces. I should mention that the boots came up a little higher than I expected initially. I think I was looking at too many different pairs and most were shorter than these. You can get a little bunching at the top of the ... if you wear jeans that aren't snug down to your ankle. I don't mind it though. I would not recommend these boots to someone with large ankles. They do start to look distressed after frequent wear but it works with the style of these boots (at least in black). Happy shopping!
Great BOOTS! These boots are just what I was looking for. The zipper on the side is perfect for making sure your skinny jeans squeeze right in. I have the cognac so they match with almost everything. These boots are VERY narrow so you have to wear thin socks with them- even if you really loosen the laces. Still, they are the perfect boots with dresses and jeans! I love them!
Great Boots!! Love these boots!! True to size, I'm an 8.5 and my foot feels good in the them, even thought they were a little challenging to get into. They are very stiff and I need to break them in badly because I could feel the walls of the ... digging into my ankle when I walked. They look amazing and I have been wanting a pair of military boots for a long time. I love the zipper on the side, the black color is great and will wear in perfectly, and the leather feels like great, heavy, sturdy leather.
They''re Great I ordered these in the brown, and the color is very similar to the picture. The zip on the inside is helpful so you don't have to lace/unlace them when you put them on and take them off. The leather is decent quality, they are comfortable, and I am complimented when I wear them. I typically wear a size 71/2 or 8, and the 71/2 is still roomy. I do recommend purchasing these boots.
Love the boots
great ... but made for narrow feet I thought these boots had the best look of all the "army" boots on the website under [$]. The finish of the leather is perfect. I wouldn't recommend these boots for a lot of walking. Also, they look great with any width jean.
This shoe comes in whole sizes only and runs a half size large. Consider ordering a half size smaller.
womens boots - reviews
Best boots ever! I was hestitant to spend over $100 on cold weather boots, but these boots look so good I will be wearing them often. I am sure I will get many uses this year and years to come. They are very well constructed and extremely comfortable. These boots are waterproof right out of the box. They are stylish and functional. They are even nicer then I imagined! True to size and the laces make them nice and snug as oposed to my old pull ons. Piperlime is a pleasure to deal wih and these are the 3rd pair of shoes I have purchased from them.
So. In. Love. I bought these after trying and failing to turn my Hunter Wellies into snow boots. Even with socks and the Hunter fleece liners, my feet froze! Several co workers own Sorels and the more I saw them in the locker room, the more I lusted after them. After researching and seeing how warm and dry and sturdy they are, and what a great investment they'd be, I was sold. I was advised by my coworker to get a size smaller than I normally am. I'm a size 9 and I bought a size 9 and it's perfect. I could not have picked a better time to purchase them, too, as Chicago was just hit with it's 3rd worst blizzard ever. I've worn these boots without socks (apparently my Uggs have trained me like this!) in record low post blizzard temps and my feet stayed toasty warm. There was enough room inside the ... should I chose to wear them with super chunky socks as well. Some users describe the "ski ... syndrome" which I can understand, they are built pretty sturdy but it's not bothersome at all for me and I can tell that after a little wearing in, they'll be more flexible, adding even more to the comfort they already provide. Plus, they are just too darn cute! Best Snowboots Ever!!! xoxoxo
Sweeet!!!! L O-V E these boots! Mine seem to fit true to-size, so no complaints there. They feel very sturdy & like they'll be the perfect warm boots for tromping around in the Michigan winter. Best of all, they're also awesomely cute and not nearly as 'masculine' as most functional winter boots. Can't wait to rock these boots in the snow!!
They Look Great but Run Big & Need to Be Broken In I normally wear 9.5-10 and ordered the 10s thinking that having boots run a little bigger might be good for wearing with thick socks. However, these run quite large. I ended up ordering the 9s after I recieved the 10s for comparison & am keeping the 9s. Even with my thick, wool socks the 9s are comfortable. Like other reviewers said, these are a little heavy but I just plan on wearing these when it snows or is messy afterwards. Also, the boots crease in the back, high on the heel & they have rubbed a little intially. I'm thinking that this will subside when they get 'broken in' but we shall see.
Cute, but uncomfortable! This is my first pair of Sorel's, I wear Ugg's and an old pair of Merrel snow boots that I have had for years. I must say that the Sorel's are beautiful! But, they are uncomfortable! They do feel like Ski boots. They are starting to break in, but it is a process! The sizing is about right, I am normally a 9 1/2, bought the 9 and believe that if they had half sizes, the 9 1/2 would have been perfect. Overall, I am very happy with the boots. They have kept my feet warm and dry here in cold Germany. I am hoping they will continue to get more comfortable!
Warm and so stylish I just got my new boots and I can't wait to wear them. I tried them on and can already tell that they will be very warm. I wasn't sure what size to order , I normally wear an 8 and I ordered an 8 and they will fit great with bulky socks. They are pretty heavy boots so if you are looking for something light these are not the boots for you. I ordered the grey and I think they will look great with anything.
Love these boots! I bought these boots for the snowy days in New England. They are very warm and comfortable and they keep my feet dry. I love the fur around the top....it adds some style to the ... They are easy to get on and tie in a hurry. The only down fall is that the boots are a little stiff on the ankle making it hard to flex your foot....driving in these boots is a little difficult. I'm hoping the boots soften up a little with wear.
It''s Complicated I fell in love with these boots when I saw them on this site. They were exactly what I was looking for: something warm, waterproof, fashionable, an alternative to those ugly UGGs. I originally wanted them in the tan color, but Piperlime wasn't carrying that color and I had a gift card, so I ordered the brown, and I ordered a 7 after reading that they run big (I'm a 7.5-8). They came and they were HUGE. But I loved them still. They were so big, I figured I had to be a 6. When I went to send them back, the site was carrying the tan color. So I ordered them in 6, tan. They came and they were way too tight! I tried to trade them in, again, for the tan in a 7, but by then, they were all sold out. I ended up ordering them from another site, and the size 7 [...] was actually perfect. I guess the sizing isn't uniform, which explains why other reviewers had such varied reactions. All in all, these boots look great and do a great job keeping me warm and dry (they have been snowstorm tested). They are a bit weird to walk in, however. There's definitely a "clomp clomp" effect to them. I wouldn't advise them for long walks, but otherwise, thumbs up!
Great Looking but Clunky It took me 3 weeks to get my boots because they were backordered. After waiting all that time they arrived today. They are great looking boots however they are very stiff and clunky to walk in. I hope they loosen up a bit as I break them in. Also I wear a 8.5 and got the 8 and they fit ok not too much extra room for thick socks so they fit pretty true to size in my opinion. These boots also dont seem like they will be warm when it snows like my Uggs are but guess I will see when it snows.
These boots are so cute and I'm really disappointed that I don't get to keep them. So many other reviewers say they run a size large, but this isn't true.. I wear a 7 1/2 and tried the 7's and 8's. The 8's were just gigantic, but the 7's were a tiny bit too short and way too wide. Even if they came in half sizes they wouldn't work on anybody who doesn't have extremely wide feet. On top of the poor sizing, these boots are very stiff and painfully hit the back of the ankle with every step. Just not worth the pain, so back they go.
What''s all the hype? These boots are terrible. I don't understand how they've gotten such great reviews. They are stiff, uncomfortable, and bulky. I was really looking forward to wearing these boots during the cold Colorado winters but these boots are very difficult to walk around in. They have a ski boot-type feel where it's difficult to step from heel to toe. They have been returned.
Another Amazing Pair of Frye Boots I had been looking for the perfect pair of black boots forever, and I had always loved the Frye Paige Riding boots, so after searching forever (and trying not to get another pair of Frye's since I already own 3 pairs), I realized that Frye's were my favorite for a very good reason and that the Paige boots would be the way to go. These ... AMAZING. I have very thin calves so I was slightly worried since some reviewers were commenting on how the ... were great for big calves, but since the leather is very structured and sturdy, it doesn't make the ... slouch at all. It is so hard to find black ... do not look like combat ... hooker ... but these fit the bill. Plus, I love the lack of hardware with leather detailing instead, so that they are not entirely plain but still do not clash with any metals.
Another Amazing Pair of Frye Boots I had been looking for the perfect pair of black boots forever, and I had always loved the Frye Paige Riding boots, so after searching forever (and trying not to get another pair of Frye's since I already own 3 pairs), I realized that Frye's were my favorite for a very good reason and that the Paige boots would be the way to go. These ... AMAZING. I have very thin calves so I was slightly worried since some reviewers were commenting on how the ... were great for big calves, but since the leather is very structured and sturdy, it doesn't make the ... slouch at all. It is so hard to find black ... do not look like combat ... hooker ... but these fit the bill. Plus, I love the lack of hardware with leather detailing instead, so that they are not entirely plain but still do not clash with any metals.
Another Amazing Pair of Frye Boots I had been looking for the perfect pair of black boots forever, and I had always loved the Frye Paige Riding boots, so after searching forever (and trying not to get another pair of Frye's since I already own 3 pairs), I realized that Frye's were my favorite for a very good reason and that the Paige boots would be the way to go. These ... AMAZING. I have very thin calves so I was slightly worried since some reviewers were commenting on how the ... were great for big calves, but since the leather is very structured and sturdy, it doesn't make the ... slouch at all. It is so hard to find black ... do not look like combat ... hooker ... but these fit the bill. Plus, I love the lack of hardware with leather detailing instead, so that they are not entirely plain but still do not clash with any metals.
Get the Melissa boots if you''re short and have narrow calves! I had my heart set on the Paige riding boots. However, I had to return them...I'm 5'2" and they overwhelmed by short legs. My calves are also narrow and the large shaft opening looked weird. I hated to do it, but I returned them. Enter the Melissa riding boots! They fit me so much better and look great on. I love the look of the Paige boots but the Melissa boots just work better given my size/frame.
I love these boots! The boots came very quickly, per usual. Thanks, Piperlime! I've been waiting to find just the right boots. I need the extended calves, because my legs are very muscular. They fit perfectly and I can wear them with my favorite skinny jeans tucked in! Beautiful, classic boots! I'm thrilled!
Can''t wait for fall! These boots are beautiful and fit like a dream. I have a muscular 14 1/2 inch calf muscle so I have difficulty finding knee high boots that fit well. These are high quality and well worth the money. Though I am waiting for fall to wear them out, I am sure that I will get years of use from these classically styled boots.
Love them! I love these boots! I struggled trying to decide if I should go with an 81/2 or a 9 and settled on the 8.5. All my shoes are an 8.5 but I typically think I go with a 9 in boots. The 9s were comfy but a bit big. The 8.5 was a little harder to put on but felt fine and looked better. I have a skinny calf and most boots gap way too much. These work well and look great with jeans and leggings.
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 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!
I''m in LOVE with these boots! I got these on the recommendation of a friend - I didn't even think they'd be the ones I'd keep. Then I took them out of the box. First I saw the color (I got the cognac, which is gorgeous) and then, I felt the leather. Let's face it, a lot of people don't have a ton of money to spend, or you save or make a good excuse to spend more on something. I'm a pretty decent Cole Haan addict, and even with the boots I have from there, I looked at these and thought, really, this much for boots? Let me just say, they're totally worth it. These are the boots that you'll wear in to that perfectly cool, worn in stage where they feel like a piece of you. The kicker is, they're that comfortable within the first hour of putting them on. The leather molds to your feet, they're the perfect calf width so you can wear skinny jeans inside but still wear ... cut on top. And even with my super long legs, the height is fantastic. Seriously, the first night out in these boots, a stranger on the street stopped me to ask what they were and where she could get them. Yes, they're that good. I hesitated at first telling people this, but seriously, I have been looking for this ... few years at this point so just bite the bullet, pay for them and start your lifelong love now. The only remaining question for me is if I can justify having them in more than one color...
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!!!!!!!
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 Boots, but not for me! I was excited to see these boots in "Extended calf" as I need the extra leg room. These are NOT extended calf. With that being said, however, these boots are GORGEOUS. I ordered them in the burgandy color and the color is rich and lucious. If you have a regular size calves, the extended size may be a good idea in order tuck your pants into the boots. Again, the boots are worth every penny, but they just are not as extended calf as I expected them to be.
Get the Melissa boots if you''re short and have narrow calves! I had my heart set on the Paige riding boots. However, I had to return them...I'm 5'2" and they overwhelmed by short legs. My calves are also narrow and the large shaft opening looked weird. I hated to do it, but I returned them. Enter the Melissa riding boots! They fit me so much better and look great on. I love the look of the Paige boots but the Melissa boots just work better given my size/frame.
I love these boots! The boots came very quickly, per usual. Thanks, Piperlime! I've been waiting to find just the right boots. I need the extended calves, because my legs are very muscular. They fit perfectly and I can wear them with my favorite skinny jeans tucked in! Beautiful, classic boots! I'm thrilled!
Can''t wait for fall! These boots are beautiful and fit like a dream. I have a muscular 14 1/2 inch calf muscle so I have difficulty finding knee high boots that fit well. These are high quality and well worth the money. Though I am waiting for fall to wear them out, I am sure that I will get years of use from these classically styled boots.
Love them! I love these boots! I struggled trying to decide if I should go with an 81/2 or a 9 and settled on the 8.5. All my shoes are an 8.5 but I typically think I go with a 9 in boots. The 9s were comfy but a bit big. The 8.5 was a little harder to put on but felt fine and looked better. I have a skinny calf and most boots gap way too much. These work well and look great with jeans and leggings.
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 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!
I''m in LOVE with these boots! I got these on the recommendation of a friend - I didn't even think they'd be the ones I'd keep. Then I took them out of the box. First I saw the color (I got the cognac, which is gorgeous) and then, I felt the leather. Let's face it, a lot of people don't have a ton of money to spend, or you save or make a good excuse to spend more on something. I'm a pretty decent Cole Haan addict, and even with the boots I have from there, I looked at these and thought, really, this much for boots? Let me just say, they're totally worth it. These are the boots that you'll wear in to that perfectly cool, worn in stage where they feel like a piece of you. The kicker is, they're that comfortable within the first hour of putting them on. The leather molds to your feet, they're the perfect calf width so you can wear skinny jeans inside but still wear ... cut on top. And even with my super long legs, the height is fantastic. Seriously, the first night out in these boots, a stranger on the street stopped me to ask what they were and where she could get them. Yes, they're that good. I hesitated at first telling people this, but seriously, I have been looking for this ... few years at this point so just bite the bullet, pay for them and start your lifelong love now. The only remaining question for me is if I can justify having them in more than one color...
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!!!!!!!
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 Boots, but not for me! I was excited to see these boots in "Extended calf" as I need the extra leg room. These are NOT extended calf. With that being said, however, these boots are GORGEOUS. I ordered them in the burgandy color and the color is rich and lucious. If you have a regular size calves, the extended size may be a good idea in order tuck your pants into the boots. Again, the boots are worth every penny, but they just are not as extended calf as I expected them to be.
Get the Melissa boots if you''re short and have narrow calves! I had my heart set on the Paige riding boots. However, I had to return them...I'm 5'2" and they overwhelmed by short legs. My calves are also narrow and the large shaft opening looked weird. I hated to do it, but I returned them. Enter the Melissa riding boots! They fit me so much better and look great on. I love the look of the Paige boots but the Melissa boots just work better given my size/frame.
I love these boots! The boots came very quickly, per usual. Thanks, Piperlime! I've been waiting to find just the right boots. I need the extended calves, because my legs are very muscular. They fit perfectly and I can wear them with my favorite skinny jeans tucked in! Beautiful, classic boots! I'm thrilled!
Can''t wait for fall! These boots are beautiful and fit like a dream. I have a muscular 14 1/2 inch calf muscle so I have difficulty finding knee high boots that fit well. These are high quality and well worth the money. Though I am waiting for fall to wear them out, I am sure that I will get years of use from these classically styled boots.
Love them! I love these boots! I struggled trying to decide if I should go with an 81/2 or a 9 and settled on the 8.5. All my shoes are an 8.5 but I typically think I go with a 9 in boots. The 9s were comfy but a bit big. The 8.5 was a little harder to put on but felt fine and looked better. I have a skinny calf and most boots gap way too much. These work well and look great with jeans and leggings.
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 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!
I''m in LOVE with these boots! I got these on the recommendation of a friend - I didn't even think they'd be the ones I'd keep. Then I took them out of the box. First I saw the color (I got the cognac, which is gorgeous) and then, I felt the leather. Let's face it, a lot of people don't have a ton of money to spend, or you save or make a good excuse to spend more on something. I'm a pretty decent Cole Haan addict, and even with the boots I have from there, I looked at these and thought, really, this much for boots? Let me just say, they're totally worth it. These are the boots that you'll wear in to that perfectly cool, worn in stage where they feel like a piece of you. The kicker is, they're that comfortable within the first hour of putting them on. The leather molds to your feet, they're the perfect calf width so you can wear skinny jeans inside but still wear ... cut on top. And even with my super long legs, the height is fantastic. Seriously, the first night out in these boots, a stranger on the street stopped me to ask what they were and where she could get them. Yes, they're that good. I hesitated at first telling people this, but seriously, I have been looking for this ... few years at this point so just bite the bullet, pay for them and start your lifelong love now. The only remaining question for me is if I can justify having them in more than one color...
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!!!!!!!
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 Boots, but not for me! I was excited to see these boots in "Extended calf" as I need the extra leg room. These are NOT extended calf. With that being said, however, these boots are GORGEOUS. I ordered them in the burgandy color and the color is rich and lucious. If you have a regular size calves, the extended size may be a good idea in order tuck your pants into the boots. Again, the boots are worth every penny, but they just are not as extended calf as I expected them to be.
Get the Melissa boots if you''re short and have narrow calves! I had my heart set on the Paige riding boots. However, I had to return them...I'm 5'2" and they overwhelmed by short legs. My calves are also narrow and the large shaft opening looked weird. I hated to do it, but I returned them. Enter the Melissa riding boots! They fit me so much better and look great on. I love the look of the Paige boots but the Melissa boots just work better given my size/frame.
I love these boots! The boots came very quickly, per usual. Thanks, Piperlime! I've been waiting to find just the right boots. I need the extended calves, because my legs are very muscular. They fit perfectly and I can wear them with my favorite skinny jeans tucked in! Beautiful, classic boots! I'm thrilled!
Can''t wait for fall! These boots are beautiful and fit like a dream. I have a muscular 14 1/2 inch calf muscle so I have difficulty finding knee high boots that fit well. These are high quality and well worth the money. Though I am waiting for fall to wear them out, I am sure that I will get years of use from these classically styled boots.
Love them! I love these boots! I struggled trying to decide if I should go with an 81/2 or a 9 and settled on the 8.5. All my shoes are an 8.5 but I typically think I go with a 9 in boots. The 9s were comfy but a bit big. The 8.5 was a little harder to put on but felt fine and looked better. I have a skinny calf and most boots gap way too much. These work well and look great with jeans and leggings.
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 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!
I''m in LOVE with these boots! I got these on the recommendation of a friend - I didn't even think they'd be the ones I'd keep. Then I took them out of the box. First I saw the color (I got the cognac, which is gorgeous) and then, I felt the leather. Let's face it, a lot of people don't have a ton of money to spend, or you save or make a good excuse to spend more on something. I'm a pretty decent Cole Haan addict, and even with the boots I have from there, I looked at these and thought, really, this much for boots? Let me just say, they're totally worth it. These are the boots that you'll wear in to that perfectly cool, worn in stage where they feel like a piece of you. The kicker is, they're that comfortable within the first hour of putting them on. The leather molds to your feet, they're the perfect calf width so you can wear skinny jeans inside but still wear ... cut on top. And even with my super long legs, the height is fantastic. Seriously, the first night out in these boots, a stranger on the street stopped me to ask what they were and where she could get them. Yes, they're that good. I hesitated at first telling people this, but seriously, I have been looking for this ... few years at this point so just bite the bullet, pay for them and start your lifelong love now. The only remaining question for me is if I can justify having them in more than one color...
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!!!!!!!
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 Boots, but not for me! I was excited to see these boots in "Extended calf" as I need the extra leg room. These are NOT extended calf. With that being said, however, these boots are GORGEOUS. I ordered them in the burgandy color and the color is rich and lucious. If you have a regular size calves, the extended size may be a good idea in order tuck your pants into the boots. Again, the boots are worth every penny, but they just are not as extended calf as I expected them to be.
My Favorite Fryes I bought these boots at the end of last winter, and they are one of my all time favorite pairs of boots. They work out of skinny jeans or under bootcut, and are extremely comfortable. I didn't find them stiff at all. The maple leather is gorgeous. I am a pretty true 8, but can go down to a 7.5 in Fryes. I did buy the 8 in these, but 7.5 probably would have worked fine too. HIghly recommend these boots.
Great mid calf boots I purchased these boots because I wanted something between 'high boots' and cowgirl boots, and they are perfect. I agree with another review that the ... fits loosely in the ankle/leg, but I don't think this is unusual for shorter/mid calf ... styles. I have thin ankles and calves, and I like the roominess for comfort and a more casual style. I purchased the dark brown, which has a slightly worn in feel out of the box - nice! Wear these with skinny jeans, ... cut jeans, and casual dresses and skirts. They are very versatile. This is my third pair of Fryes, and I find all Fryes wear beautifully, fit consistently, shape to your foot over time (if they feel a little tight at any one spot upon initially trying on, wear them for 30 min in your house on smooth surfaces, and they will loosen up quickly), and score high points for timeless style. I am a size 8.5-9 med width, and Frye boots in a 9 are perfect. The Heath ... fits more like a cowgirl ... slight amount of slip in the heel. Bottom line, if you want a versatile ... less aggressive than an engineer, harness, or cowgirl style and lower than a typical full calf style, this is your ... They are great, and worth the price!
Awesome boots! I love these boots! This is my 2nd pair of Fryes, and the quality of this pair lives up to the name. They are well made, and comfortable. I can tell they will get more comfortable with age, they do need to break in. The leather is soft and supple. I have very skinny calves and narrow feet/ankes...these boots are a bit big in the calf, but I like the looser/slouchier fit.
Worth the money! Frye boots are one of the best made boots ever. I have had many pairs of Frye boots and loved every pair. Compared to the Frye Campus ... style runs a little narrow in the toe box. The leather will give and break in with wear. I would recommend sizing up if your foot is wide.
Fabulous! Go for it! I was very anxious about purchasing these boots at this price. BUT, I am totally impressed. Frye boots are fabulous! The color is fantastic, the leather is soft and the style is great. I wore them ALL day yesterday and they felt great. I did order a half size smaller than normal and that proved to be very wise. Save your $$$ and buy these boots. You will be so pleased.
These are great boots. Wonderful quality. I can imagine these boots being part of your wardrobe for a long time. They just weren't what I was looking for. I didn't like the shorter height - not making it to the knee and found them too slouchy for my liking. My calves are about 14 inches and i ordered a 9 - my usual ... size. They were just right for boots. A little roomy and pretty comfortable. The only thing that bothered me was the seaming on the inside around my ankle. It was a little rough. I have very narrow heals so the up and down movement was bothersome. This could probably be fixed with an insole. My zipper went up and down smoothly and was good looking.
So worth it I am a lover of FRYE boots this is my fourth pair...the calf does run wide if you have skinny calves but they still look cool on. I found the zipper to stick a little in the beginning and am hoping that it's just because they are new.I love em, and think they are worth every penny!!!
Just not for me These boots are very cute I personaly did not fall in love with the square toe I really liked the hight of the ... (mid calf) I am 5'5", but they were also just too big I am normaly a true 7.5 but i could pull these on and off without having to unzip them and my foot slipped in and out. Deffinately size down at the least a half if not a whole. All on all they went back.
Beautiful Boots These boots are pretty dang cool. I wore them all day over my skinny jeans. There's padding at the front footbed that keeps them pretty comfortable. Frye boots run a half size large for me. Overall, very beautiful, classic ... wear for a long time.
Too short The boots are extremely well made and the leather is beautiful. I ordered these boots hoping for a pair that would look cute with skirts and skinny jeans. They were way too short in the shaft. I ended up ordering the campus boots instead.
Not That Great I was excited to get these boots, thinking that the quality of a Frye ... would be outstanding, but was very disappointed in them upon receipt. The shaft is unlined and way too wide. I'm not sure that the zipper is needed at all and don't see how I could incorporate this into my wardrobe except to tuck my jeans into the boots. That's too limiting for my liking and I feel that they're too expensive for this role alone. I am returning these.
My Favorite Fryes I bought these boots at the end of last winter, and they are one of my all time favorite pairs of boots. They work out of skinny jeans or under bootcut, and are extremely comfortable. I didn't find them stiff at all. The maple leather is gorgeous. I am a pretty true 8, but can go down to a 7.5 in Fryes. I did buy the 8 in these, but 7.5 probably would have worked fine too. HIghly recommend these boots.
Great mid calf boots I purchased these boots because I wanted something between 'high boots' and cowgirl boots, and they are perfect. I agree with another review that the ... fits loosely in the ankle/leg, but I don't think this is unusual for shorter/mid calf ... styles. I have thin ankles and calves, and I like the roominess for comfort and a more casual style. I purchased the dark brown, which has a slightly worn in feel out of the box - nice! Wear these with skinny jeans, ... cut jeans, and casual dresses and skirts. They are very versatile. This is my third pair of Fryes, and I find all Fryes wear beautifully, fit consistently, shape to your foot over time (if they feel a little tight at any one spot upon initially trying on, wear them for 30 min in your house on smooth surfaces, and they will loosen up quickly), and score high points for timeless style. I am a size 8.5-9 med width, and Frye boots in a 9 are perfect. The Heath ... fits more like a cowgirl ... slight amount of slip in the heel. Bottom line, if you want a versatile ... less aggressive than an engineer, harness, or cowgirl style and lower than a typical full calf style, this is your ... They are great, and worth the price!
Awesome boots! I love these boots! This is my 2nd pair of Fryes, and the quality of this pair lives up to the name. They are well made, and comfortable. I can tell they will get more comfortable with age, they do need to break in. The leather is soft and supple. I have very skinny calves and narrow feet/ankes...these boots are a bit big in the calf, but I like the looser/slouchier fit.
Worth the money! Frye boots are one of the best made boots ever. I have had many pairs of Frye boots and loved every pair. Compared to the Frye Campus ... style runs a little narrow in the toe box. The leather will give and break in with wear. I would recommend sizing up if your foot is wide.
Fabulous! Go for it! I was very anxious about purchasing these boots at this price. BUT, I am totally impressed. Frye boots are fabulous! The color is fantastic, the leather is soft and the style is great. I wore them ALL day yesterday and they felt great. I did order a half size smaller than normal and that proved to be very wise. Save your $$$ and buy these boots. You will be so pleased.
These are great boots. Wonderful quality. I can imagine these boots being part of your wardrobe for a long time. They just weren't what I was looking for. I didn't like the shorter height - not making it to the knee and found them too slouchy for my liking. My calves are about 14 inches and i ordered a 9 - my usual ... size. They were just right for boots. A little roomy and pretty comfortable. The only thing that bothered me was the seaming on the inside around my ankle. It was a little rough. I have very narrow heals so the up and down movement was bothersome. This could probably be fixed with an insole. My zipper went up and down smoothly and was good looking.
So worth it I am a lover of FRYE boots this is my fourth pair...the calf does run wide if you have skinny calves but they still look cool on. I found the zipper to stick a little in the beginning and am hoping that it's just because they are new.I love em, and think they are worth every penny!!!
Just not for me These boots are very cute I personaly did not fall in love with the square toe I really liked the hight of the ... (mid calf) I am 5'5", but they were also just too big I am normaly a true 7.5 but i could pull these on and off without having to unzip them and my foot slipped in and out. Deffinately size down at the least a half if not a whole. All on all they went back.
Beautiful Boots These boots are pretty dang cool. I wore them all day over my skinny jeans. There's padding at the front footbed that keeps them pretty comfortable. Frye boots run a half size large for me. Overall, very beautiful, classic ... wear for a long time.
Too short The boots are extremely well made and the leather is beautiful. I ordered these boots hoping for a pair that would look cute with skirts and skinny jeans. They were way too short in the shaft. I ended up ordering the campus boots instead.
Not That Great I was excited to get these boots, thinking that the quality of a Frye ... would be outstanding, but was very disappointed in them upon receipt. The shaft is unlined and way too wide. I'm not sure that the zipper is needed at all and don't see how I could incorporate this into my wardrobe except to tuck my jeans into the boots. That's too limiting for my liking and I feel that they're too expensive for this role alone. I am returning these.
Love mah Troopas! I LOVE these styles of combat boots by Steve Madden! I'm so paranoid that they are gunna discontinue this style so i'm anxious about getting all of the essential colors. I own them in taupe and in black now, and i'm thinking the next pair will be the brown. I get so many compliments on them. I'm addicted to these boots!
Great Boots!!!!! I was a bit skeptical in buying these boots because it was the second time that I was trying them out. Boy was I happy that I gave these boots another try. They are pretty comfortable and look super cute with almost anything you wear. The only thing I would recommend is going a 1/2 size up as they do run a bit narrow. If you are thinking about trying these out go for it; you wont regret it!!!!!
These boots rock I am very happy with these boots! I usually wear a 7.5 and they fit true to size but if you want to wear thicker socks, I would get a half size larger, I bought the dark brown and love the color. The side zip is handy and the boots seems to be great quality except the laces, but who cares!
Love them! These boots are faboulous! They look great with legging jeans and an oversized sweater- very rugged and have that boyfriend look. I received tons of compliments the first time I wore them. I have a wide foot and wore them with thick socks the first time and was fine. Great buy for the price!
My New Go To ... I purchased these boots in black, for the more "combat ... look. I must say, I am impressed. For the price, they are perfect! They are super comfortable and very stylish with just about every outfit. Since I got them two weeks ago, I've worn them about 7 times! Skinny jeans, tights, dresses...so chic! And they're flat so they are never uncomfortable. They would even be perfect for an outdoor party, camping or festival. My boyfriend hates when I wear masculine looking things, but even he likes these!! lol Most definitely my new go to ... fall.. :D
Great for small calves and ankles I got these boots in black. They are true to size and very versatile. You can lace or zip them. I put them on, laced them to where I wanted and now just use the zipper. The only issue is that it is small in the ankle which makes it harder to get your foot into the ... am happy that the ankle is small otherwise I really don't like it when there is extra room in that area, it looks and feels bad. I still have room to fit a pair of jeans in the boots and I am sure if you have slightly larger calves you can still make it work by loosening the laces. I should mention that the boots came up a little higher than I expected initially. I think I was looking at too many different pairs and most were shorter than these. You can get a little bunching at the top of the ... if you wear jeans that aren't snug down to your ankle. I don't mind it though. I would not recommend these boots to someone with large ankles. They do start to look distressed after frequent wear but it works with the style of these boots (at least in black). Happy shopping!
Great BOOTS! These boots are just what I was looking for. The zipper on the side is perfect for making sure your skinny jeans squeeze right in. I have the cognac so they match with almost everything. These boots are VERY narrow so you have to wear thin socks with them- even if you really loosen the laces. Still, they are the perfect boots with dresses and jeans! I love them!
Great Boots!! Love these boots!! True to size, I'm an 8.5 and my foot feels good in the them, even thought they were a little challenging to get into. They are very stiff and I need to break them in badly because I could feel the walls of the ... digging into my ankle when I walked. They look amazing and I have been wanting a pair of military boots for a long time. I love the zipper on the side, the black color is great and will wear in perfectly, and the leather feels like great, heavy, sturdy leather.
They''re Great I ordered these in the brown, and the color is very similar to the picture. The zip on the inside is helpful so you don't have to lace/unlace them when you put them on and take them off. The leather is decent quality, they are comfortable, and I am complimented when I wear them. I typically wear a size 71/2 or 8, and the 71/2 is still roomy. I do recommend purchasing these boots.
Love the boots
great ... but made for narrow feet I thought these boots had the best look of all the "army" boots on the website under [$]. The finish of the leather is perfect. I wouldn't recommend these boots for a lot of walking. Also, they look great with any width jean.
Love mah Troopas! I LOVE these styles of combat boots by Steve Madden! I'm so paranoid that they are gunna discontinue this style so i'm anxious about getting all of the essential colors. I own them in taupe and in black now, and i'm thinking the next pair will be the brown. I get so many compliments on them. I'm addicted to these boots!
Great Boots!!!!! I was a bit skeptical in buying these boots because it was the second time that I was trying them out. Boy was I happy that I gave these boots another try. They are pretty comfortable and look super cute with almost anything you wear. The only thing I would recommend is going a 1/2 size up as they do run a bit narrow. If you are thinking about trying these out go for it; you wont regret it!!!!!
These boots rock I am very happy with these boots! I usually wear a 7.5 and they fit true to size but if you want to wear thicker socks, I would get a half size larger, I bought the dark brown and love the color. The side zip is handy and the boots seems to be great quality except the laces, but who cares!
Love them! These boots are faboulous! They look great with legging jeans and an oversized sweater- very rugged and have that boyfriend look. I received tons of compliments the first time I wore them. I have a wide foot and wore them with thick socks the first time and was fine. Great buy for the price!
My New Go To ... I purchased these boots in black, for the more "combat ... look. I must say, I am impressed. For the price, they are perfect! They are super comfortable and very stylish with just about every outfit. Since I got them two weeks ago, I've worn them about 7 times! Skinny jeans, tights, dresses...so chic! And they're flat so they are never uncomfortable. They would even be perfect for an outdoor party, camping or festival. My boyfriend hates when I wear masculine looking things, but even he likes these!! lol Most definitely my new go to ... fall.. :D
Great for small calves and ankles I got these boots in black. They are true to size and very versatile. You can lace or zip them. I put them on, laced them to where I wanted and now just use the zipper. The only issue is that it is small in the ankle which makes it harder to get your foot into the ... am happy that the ankle is small otherwise I really don't like it when there is extra room in that area, it looks and feels bad. I still have room to fit a pair of jeans in the boots and I am sure if you have slightly larger calves you can still make it work by loosening the laces. I should mention that the boots came up a little higher than I expected initially. I think I was looking at too many different pairs and most were shorter than these. You can get a little bunching at the top of the ... if you wear jeans that aren't snug down to your ankle. I don't mind it though. I would not recommend these boots to someone with large ankles. They do start to look distressed after frequent wear but it works with the style of these boots (at least in black). Happy shopping!
Great BOOTS! These boots are just what I was looking for. The zipper on the side is perfect for making sure your skinny jeans squeeze right in. I have the cognac so they match with almost everything. These boots are VERY narrow so you have to wear thin socks with them- even if you really loosen the laces. Still, they are the perfect boots with dresses and jeans! I love them!
Great Boots!! Love these boots!! True to size, I'm an 8.5 and my foot feels good in the them, even thought they were a little challenging to get into. They are very stiff and I need to break them in badly because I could feel the walls of the ... digging into my ankle when I walked. They look amazing and I have been wanting a pair of military boots for a long time. I love the zipper on the side, the black color is great and will wear in perfectly, and the leather feels like great, heavy, sturdy leather.
They''re Great I ordered these in the brown, and the color is very similar to the picture. The zip on the inside is helpful so you don't have to lace/unlace them when you put them on and take them off. The leather is decent quality, they are comfortable, and I am complimented when I wear them. I typically wear a size 71/2 or 8, and the 71/2 is still roomy. I do recommend purchasing these boots.
Love the boots
great ... but made for narrow feet I thought these boots had the best look of all the "army" boots on the website under [$]. The finish of the leather is perfect. I wouldn't recommend these boots for a lot of walking. Also, they look great with any width jean.
Love mah Troopas! I LOVE these styles of combat boots by Steve Madden! I'm so paranoid that they are gunna discontinue this style so i'm anxious about getting all of the essential colors. I own them in taupe and in black now, and i'm thinking the next pair will be the brown. I get so many compliments on them. I'm addicted to these boots!
Great Boots!!!!! I was a bit skeptical in buying these boots because it was the second time that I was trying them out. Boy was I happy that I gave these boots another try. They are pretty comfortable and look super cute with almost anything you wear. The only thing I would recommend is going a 1/2 size up as they do run a bit narrow. If you are thinking about trying these out go for it; you wont regret it!!!!!
These boots rock I am very happy with these boots! I usually wear a 7.5 and they fit true to size but if you want to wear thicker socks, I would get a half size larger, I bought the dark brown and love the color. The side zip is handy and the boots seems to be great quality except the laces, but who cares!
Love them! These boots are faboulous! They look great with legging jeans and an oversized sweater- very rugged and have that boyfriend look. I received tons of compliments the first time I wore them. I have a wide foot and wore them with thick socks the first time and was fine. Great buy for the price!
My New Go To ... I purchased these boots in black, for the more "combat ... look. I must say, I am impressed. For the price, they are perfect! They are super comfortable and very stylish with just about every outfit. Since I got them two weeks ago, I've worn them about 7 times! Skinny jeans, tights, dresses...so chic! And they're flat so they are never uncomfortable. They would even be perfect for an outdoor party, camping or festival. My boyfriend hates when I wear masculine looking things, but even he likes these!! lol Most definitely my new go to ... fall.. :D
Great for small calves and ankles I got these boots in black. They are true to size and very versatile. You can lace or zip them. I put them on, laced them to where I wanted and now just use the zipper. The only issue is that it is small in the ankle which makes it harder to get your foot into the ... am happy that the ankle is small otherwise I really don't like it when there is extra room in that area, it looks and feels bad. I still have room to fit a pair of jeans in the boots and I am sure if you have slightly larger calves you can still make it work by loosening the laces. I should mention that the boots came up a little higher than I expected initially. I think I was looking at too many different pairs and most were shorter than these. You can get a little bunching at the top of the ... if you wear jeans that aren't snug down to your ankle. I don't mind it though. I would not recommend these boots to someone with large ankles. They do start to look distressed after frequent wear but it works with the style of these boots (at least in black). Happy shopping!
Great BOOTS! These boots are just what I was looking for. The zipper on the side is perfect for making sure your skinny jeans squeeze right in. I have the cognac so they match with almost everything. These boots are VERY narrow so you have to wear thin socks with them- even if you really loosen the laces. Still, they are the perfect boots with dresses and jeans! I love them!
Great Boots!! Love these boots!! True to size, I'm an 8.5 and my foot feels good in the them, even thought they were a little challenging to get into. They are very stiff and I need to break them in badly because I could feel the walls of the ... digging into my ankle when I walked. They look amazing and I have been wanting a pair of military boots for a long time. I love the zipper on the side, the black color is great and will wear in perfectly, and the leather feels like great, heavy, sturdy leather.
They''re Great I ordered these in the brown, and the color is very similar to the picture. The zip on the inside is helpful so you don't have to lace/unlace them when you put them on and take them off. The leather is decent quality, they are comfortable, and I am complimented when I wear them. I typically wear a size 71/2 or 8, and the 71/2 is still roomy. I do recommend purchasing these boots.
Love the boots
great ... but made for narrow feet I thought these boots had the best look of all the "army" boots on the website under [$]. The finish of the leather is perfect. I wouldn't recommend these boots for a lot of walking. Also, they look great with any width jean.
