https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 02:48:33 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1/page/2#post-2340611 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 13:03:15 +0000 Janet 2340611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ST, I hear you about wide openings in booties — I imagine it’s to compensate for heavier/stiffer leather to prevent rubbing on calves, but I really don’t love the way those catch on my cropped or rolled pant legs or long skirts. Or the look of them with long skirts — the fitted ankles of sock-style and narrower shaft boots make such a nice flattering line. But I’m finding many of them aren’t right for one reason or another. Some of the fabrications look weirdly wrinkly or kind of cheap in action. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1/page/2#post-2340588 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 11:07:17 +0000 Anonymous 2340588@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Aqualalias look great- and yay to dark brown boots for you! </p> <p>Sock booties are so much easier to wear than stiff leather. Why are the ankles of nonstretch booties so big?? I just got these L'Artiste ones, and Love them, but am concerned about the ankles rubbing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1/page/2#post-2340544 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 02:29:11 +0000 Janet 2340544@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A little update. I tried a few other brown boots with fitted or sock-style shafts, including a size up in the higher-heeled Aquatalias. None of them were there for me, comfort-wise…but I found a darker brown version of the Everly boots that notsaf posted upthread. They are very comfortable straight out of the box! Not quite as much of a statement as a chunkier platform style or a higher heel, but still quite attractive. I brought them home to try around the house. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1/page/2#post-2339990 Fri, 29 Sep 2023 23:11:28 +0000 Gail 2339990@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aquatalias are simply gorgeous and I'm totally lusting after them . Did a massive closet clean out this week and am now feeling a bit refreshed on what I need and I'm thinking those may fit the bill, they look lovely on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339850 Thu, 28 Sep 2023 12:34:54 +0000 Minaminu 2339850@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>oh, those Aquatalia are divine! Also, very wise to a non slip sole ! The navy version is very tempting!</p> <p>I was keen on pair of navy boots but unfortunately they were above my budget, so I added a different pair for casualwear. Now I have 3 pair of boots: a black pair for evenings and work, dark beige for smart casual and taupe for casual. Hope it will be OK!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339697 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 11:10:22 +0000 Janet 2339697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I went to wear the Aquatalias yesterday and discovered a bit of a flaw — the heel right at the back edge is a bit slippery. I noticed it a few times on our tile floor. So I’m going to have a non-slip pad added to the heel at my cobbler’s. A small extra cost but will help peace of mind. I broke a wrist 25 years ago due to a pair of shoes with slippery soles so I take no chances with that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339696 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 10:34:12 +0000 AndiB 2339696@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’d snap up those Aquatalia’s if they had them in my size. I last year replaced exactly a beloved black Aquatalia Chelsea boot that I’d worn to the ground. Basic, classic and timeless and like these both purchased on an excellent sale. Last year I also found and duped in black and wine that reads cognac more Chelsea boots but pointier toe and higher shaft and shinier (but not too shiny!) than the Aquatslia’s that are dressier. It’s funny how the smallest details change look from casual to “up my game” dressy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339616 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 13:38:13 +0000 Angie 2339616@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like a plan ;)</p> <p>It's very rainy here too.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339607 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 13:01:50 +0000 Janet 2339607@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, and it's rainy AGAIN here today, so I think it may be a good day to break out the new Aquatalias! :-)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339567 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 01:44:53 +0000 Janet 2339567@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, all!</p> <p>I spent a little time in the EF booties today, just around the house, and I think the heel height is just not what I want for a casual boot anymore. The balls of my feet were feeling it. It’s a shame because I love how they look. </p> <p>I think I’ll keep an eye out for an alternative darker brown bootie, something again with that fitted ankle and more walking comfort. But it’s not a pressing need at all. If I see one, great; if not, I still have plenty to wear! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339560 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 00:47:42 +0000 Jaime 2339560@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree with the black Aquatalia's no brainer status. I also love a good brown boot so you will get nothing but enabling from me! And perhaps of bit of heel wearing envy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339544 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 22:18:07 +0000 slim cat 2339544@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great new boots! I'm envious since only certain sneakers work for me now - will enjoy looking at all the fab booties on the forum ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339539 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 21:29:14 +0000 Lynette 2339539@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Late to the party but just want to add that Aquatalias seem to last forever and still look great. I also think they get comfier over time. At least that has been my experience. So I vote you get them in the black and the brown. That also gives you two heel heights and you will be all set! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339519 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 17:35:35 +0000 Karie 2339519@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m actually really drawn to those brown knit top boots. For one thing, they’re brown, not black (that’s a plus to me), and they’re different and interesting. Pants wouldn’t get caught in them! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339495 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 15:51:07 +0000 Angie 2339495@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Aquatalias are a no-brainer KILLER addition. Keep!&nbsp;</p> <p>The EF's look outstanding too!&nbsp;</p> <p>Watch the too high heels, <b>Janet</b>! They can start off feeling fab, but become less comfy after an hour - maybe less. It's one of the reasons you aren't wearing some of your beloved boots now ;)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339486 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 14:37:05 +0000 Anonymous 2339486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Booties have been hard to find, especially navy. &nbsp;I brought home some navy snowboots but don't know yet if they are keepers. &nbsp;They have a couple shades of navy. &nbsp;The trim shade will work but most of the boot is too light. &nbsp;This time most shoes in my usual size were too big or too small. This was frustrating. &nbsp;Another thing I need to try on. &nbsp;Remember that you will reach for boots or booties when it is slick out. &nbsp;Heel may not feel stable enough on slick pavement. &nbsp;I love my black Aquatalias. &nbsp;They are comfortable enough to wear all day walking. &nbsp; </p> <p>I like both the Aquatalias and the EF booties on you and find both very comfortable. &nbsp;You can't go wrong.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339454 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 10:25:25 +0000 Bijou 2339454@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would keep the Aquatalias as they look great and given the lower heel and comfort, they would be workhorses. I LOVE the colour of #8 as a higher and more dressy option.</p> <p>These are the boots that I have worn most of winter. All with low heels and extremely comfortable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339434 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 02:48:39 +0000 Suz 2339434@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Order away! You have some great options here and it is just a question of figuring out which colour for which, really! I love both the Aquatalias and the EFs on you.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339427 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 01:35:04 +0000 Janet 2339427@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I got a chance to try on each of these with proper hosiery (which I didn’t have on in store when I first tried them on quickly). The least comfy were the Pliners, so I’m going to return them. </p> <p>The EF and Aquatalias are both quite comfortable and walkable. The Aquatalias (pics 1-4) are especially so — they’re very simple in style but the comfort is outstanding and I like the suede texture combined with the weatherproof nature of them. </p> <p>I decided to try ordering the EF boots (pics 5-7) in the brown color. I’m also considering the Aquatalia boots in pic 8 — I love that particular rich brown. The heel might be high, but their comfort is typically so good on me that it may be fine. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339425 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 01:24:51 +0000 Jonesy 2339425@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the Aquatalias and I say yay to ordering the EF booties in brown! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339401 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 20:06:38 +0000 Janet 2339401@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ha, Angie, we did! </p> <p>We just got home from seeing Stop Making Sense in the theater (still the most fantastic concert film ever, after nearly 40 years!). So I now have a little time to play in the closet on a rainy day. Will report any decisions! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339400 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 19:56:55 +0000 Angie 2339400@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We posted at the same time ;)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339399 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 19:56:19 +0000 Janet 2339399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great feedback, all!</p> <p>Suz, those are great options. I’m digging those silver Madewells for you! </p> <p>Cat2, bummer but also good to know about your experience with the Pliners — I had good experience with them in the past, but it’s been quite a few years. </p> <p>One thing I could do…order the EF stretch booties in brown to scratch that brown itch, and keep the black Aquatalias. But I want to try them all on with skirts first, and also test out comfort more thoroughly. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339398 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 19:55:55 +0000 Angie 2339398@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Janet,</b> I SO GET YOUR NEED FOR CHANGE. Brown boots it is, as well as the simple black pair :)</p> <p>I echo what <b>Tanya</b> said. Simple black classic Aquatalias are a no-brainer that fill the current wardrobe hole.</p> <p>I DO think you should indulge your craving for brown boots. Great with all the blues you wear. The high heel on the EF's give me pause too, although I love the way they look! I vote try some others to compare.&nbsp;</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339389 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 18:31:01 +0000 Sal 2339389@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am only experienced with the EF brand personally. Whilst I know the EF has a snugger fit than the Seychelles and is more refined, they read quite similar. </p> <p>I lean to one of the others - I know Aquatalia have a great reputation. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339384 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 17:44:56 +0000 cat2 2339384@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, and I am on team Set for Boots; with 3 years of drought, for a few years there, my boots didn’t get very much wear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339383 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 17:43:28 +0000 cat2 2339383@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I vote Aquitalia. They are really well made, so would stand up well to the wear you are describing. I don’t think the Pliners at any price are worth it, mine fell apart almost immediately. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339380 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 17:14:43 +0000 Olive Green 2339380@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Pics, sorry:&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339379 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 17:14:13 +0000 Olive Green 2339379@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like all the booties you have shown. The Seychelles would be mine, except I was waylaid by these Revitalign Kelso boots in tan suede. They are a more utility vibe, but good with a longer skirt, which I am determined to try this winter. Replaced the insoles with less arch and more cushion, as have low volume flat feet.&nbsp;<br />Also brown suede are these LLBean slipper moccasins. They go with an equally LLBean ivory plush robe.&nbsp;<br />I am putting some effort into buying quality pieces I will wear every day in season, for years.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/booties-under-consideration-1#post-2339367 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 15:29:38 +0000 notsaf 2339367@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I purchased these recently and they are excellent. Amazingly comfortable for my high-arch feet for both walking and standing and they tick all the boxes for modern style: high shaft, minimal design, squarish toe. Not waterproof but I did treat with with spray.&nbsp;These are shoes I look forward to wearing.&nbsp; </p>