K/R: The Blondo's are here! The Blondo's are here!

...and I'm on the fence. I ordered my usual size 8 and an 8.5. My feet are on the slim side (but not slim enough to be narrow) and the 8 fit fine. Even when I tried it with an insole (my arches like support), the 8 was still good.

The shaft is nice and snug, but I think this stretchy material may not be ideal for us with chicken bone legs.

1) So the boot on the left is me pulling it up. The boot on the right is how it looks after I've walked a bit.

2) Sorry for the sideways pic. It's not that way in my folder. Anyways, this is the bunching shaft from the side view.

3) I already have boots that bunch at the ankle (pic 3), but these were only $30 not $180!

4) I noticed that the Aquatalia's have an ankle buckle. I wonder if that helps with this sagging issue?

I like that they are waterproof and fit snug, but the bunching seems odd for the expense. Maybe if I tuck in skinny jeans it will be less bunchy, but it's too hot for me to try that right now.

I'm feeling let down. What do you think? Am I being too critical?
Yay=keep, the bunching is natural
Nay=return, you can do better for the money

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11 years ago

Mochi

Veteran

Personally not liking the bunching. But Angie's client Meredith wore them and they didn't bunch--strange. Maybe there's a solution?

Mochi - she has tucked in her jeans, so I think that helps out, plus Meredith was excited that the boots would fit over her "muscular calves."

Yeah, that's right.

Anonymous

Oh bummer. I would not pay that much for boots that bunched. I'm so sorry for your loss.
signed,
your fellow chicken-legged friend

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I know this all too well. Like you said, I would not spend $180 for bunching. Sorry

The ankle bunched on me (bare legs) which is how I wanted to wear them ( with skirts) so I sent them back. I think it has to be a personal call. I have other boots that bunch and I don't mind it so much with the different style.

I think these boots are better adapted for thick legs, myself. I am therefore in mourning that they are a Nordstrom's exclusive, meaning I won't be able to find them here in Canada...

But for you, they do not look like a good deal.

RunnerChick

Active Member

I hear you - I have the same issue with boots, given my narrow calves and ankles, looking for boots that work is like searching for the holy grail! Do you tuck your jeans into your boots often in fall and winter? If that's the case, I'd say it's worth braving the heat to try the shoes on with the jeans tucked in, to see how you feel about the fit. If tucking your jeans into your shoes is not a standard part of your repertoire, it feels like a steep price to pay for shoes you're not thrilled about.

cciele

Yeah, I have to agree the bunching is a bit distracting in this case, especially for the money

rae

There is some bunching/bulging in Meredith's outfit pics, so it may just be a part of the look of that boot to not be perfectly sleek. Do they *feel* loose/baggy? I guess it depends on how you feel about it and what look you were intending when you bought the boots.

Amy

No, you're not being too critical. Bunchy ankles just don't go with your usual sleek and polished appearance. I'm sorry, though. I know how it is to be disappointed by something you were looking forward to.

Kim

@JR, I have found Blondo boots at both Naturalizer and Armstrong Shoes here in Ottawa, ON I got one pair on sale (Blondo Georgia Brown) for $150.00 and the second pair at Armstrong (Blondo Roseanne) at the end of season for $99.00!! They are by far my fave boots right now.

Keep you eyes open this fall, you may find a pair. I have pretty good size calves from running and they fit snugly.

I vote return. Having all of that elastic material gave me high hopes that the boot will fit quite snug and sleek. I guess not.

sarah

I agree that they are bunching too much on you. Mine bunch a little, but I have very muscular calves, and usually have trouble even getting boots on, so I think that takes care of the major bunching. That is a bummer.

krishnidoux

Not perfect, I vote return. The boots' bunching is not on par with your amazing style.

Transcona Shannon

I think it comes down to personal preference AJ - for me, the bunching would be a deal breaker because of the otherwise sleek and fitted nature of the boot.