https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-fit-for-boots Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 07 May 2026 23:23:41 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-fit-for-boots#post-938830 Wed, 22 May 2013 12:51:30 +0000 Archer 938830@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They are gorgeous. I know people who would kill to have loose boots. They look great loose to my eye, for smart casual especially. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-fit-for-boots#post-938828 Wed, 22 May 2013 12:46:33 +0000 Eliza 938828@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I understand your frustration and have the same trouble with calves being too large most of the time. &nbsp;Angie has posted lists of narrow calf boots in the past that might still be helpful.&nbsp;<br /><br />As to the rubber soles, I understand that they can't be replaced, but I have had some very nicely made rubber sole boots and I am not sure I would view this as a negative. &nbsp;For one, the comfort factor of my favorite pair puts me over the moon. Additionally, I figure by the time the soles are that worn, I am likely to be ready for a new look. &nbsp;Now, if these were mega-expensive "heirloom"&nbsp;boots, that might be different. &nbsp;I do recognize that boots are often a daunting portion of shoe budgets, so you should be very happy with the pair you choose. &nbsp;Maybe looking a bit more makes sense, as does a specific search for narrow calf boots. Good luck!&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-fit-for-boots#post-938826 Wed, 22 May 2013 12:42:37 +0000 Deborah 938826@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anna, I know it's a pain but I think I would return the boots. I'm on a mission now...I'm going to start searching for your perfect boot:). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-fit-for-boots#post-938817 Wed, 22 May 2013 12:19:30 +0000 annaj 938817@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Most of my skirts are just above my knee, pencil style. Dresses are mostly either just above or just below my knee - several variations of shirt dresses and mock-wrap dresses mostly.&nbsp;I think the boots would&nbsp;look better if they were a little bit slimmer. I have a pair which are about a 1/2 inch slimmer, and I already question whether they are too wide with skirts. I'm not sure if these are over-all slouchy enough to get away with being so loose.<br /><br />I'm actually feeling a bit frustrated by them today - spoke to 3 different bootmakers whose quotes ranged from $30 - $90+ for alterations, which brings the cost of the boots to anywhere from $210 - ??? I also spoke to someone who custom makes boots and he hated the idea of rubber soles, as you can't replace them - once they wear through, the life off the boots is over. &nbsp;I wanted these soles for comfort, but I also want them to last!<br /><br />Given that I can easily purchase 3 "other" pairs of shoes for the cost of this single pair of (altered) boots, I'm wondering if I should just return these, and stick to ankle boots (which tend to fit ok "off the rack") and/or keep looking! This would be at least my 3rd winter of trying to find the "perfect" boots, so it gets frustrating at times!!<br /><br />I might head into the city on the weekend and have another look at alternatives before making a final decision! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-fit-for-boots#post-938770 Wed, 22 May 2013 07:45:15 +0000 Deborah 938770@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice boots. I'm not sure Anna. I think for tucking jeans into they look fine. The roominess kind of works with the boot style. However I'm u sure about skirts. What style skirts are we talking? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-fit-for-boots#post-938632 Wed, 22 May 2013 02:44:31 +0000 annaj 938632@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think I'm going to chance them with a cobbler. I think if I tried them with opaques and skirts they'd look way too big. Might be ok with straight (rather than skinny) jeans, but I'm more likely to wear with skinnies or opaques.&nbsp;<br /><br />Thanks for your advice! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-fit-for-boots#post-938106 Tue, 21 May 2013 15:51:46 +0000 Thistle 938106@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I would have them taken in if you know a cobbler you can trust. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-fit-for-boots#post-938105 Tue, 21 May 2013 15:50:26 +0000 Julie 938105@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I would have them taken in, also. Not a difficult job to have done.<br /><br />Check this out...<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8m-Z4Wdy1Ps&amp;feature=related" rel="nofollow">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v.....re=related</a><br /><br /><br />Cheers<br /><br />Julie<br /><br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-fit-for-boots#post-937987 Tue, 21 May 2013 13:55:18 +0000 Liz A. 937987@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I would have those taken in if it's not cost prohibitive.<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-fit-for-boots#post-937933 Tue, 21 May 2013 12:51:55 +0000 Anonymous 937933@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would leave them as is. they are a bit gapey but it is not a deal breaker for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-fit-for-boots#post-937911 Tue, 21 May 2013 12:21:57 +0000 annaj 937911@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'd love some opinions!<br /><br />I've decided to keep these boots - they suit my style, and are incredibly comfortable! I've been searching for the "perfect" pair of boots for several seasons, and these tick most boxes, except for one small issue...<br /><br />I have skinny calves, so I find it quite difficult to find boots that fit my legs - they often bag out by a couple of inches. Do you think it matters? I'd like to wear them with skinny jeans, and possibly opaque tights and skirts.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /><br />What's your preferred fit for boots? Do you think these are ok "as is"&nbsp;or is it worth having them taken in slightly by a cobbler? (The boots were on sale, so it'll cost approximately what I've "saved" to have them altered).&nbsp;