https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:10:00 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2286312 Sat, 15 Oct 2022 19:33:41 +0000 CarolS 2286312@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Minaminu -- Good luck with your search! The footbed on the Eccos was not the right shape for my foot and I could tell I was not going to be happy walking in them.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have had luck with Ecco Soft 7s and Ecco Sartorelle oxfords, but this one not so much... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2286289 Sat, 15 Oct 2022 16:39:34 +0000 Minaminu 2286289@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carol, thank you for starting this thread! I was thinking on Angie's post about wardrobe holes, I really should replace my black boots so I have started the search as well.&nbsp;</p> <p>Sorry to hear that the Ecco boots did not feel great, any particular reason (too tight / stiff / ?)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2286278 Sat, 15 Oct 2022 15:33:31 +0000 CarolS 2286278@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Ecco boots are going back today. If they felt great on my foot my eye might sweeten toward the way they look. But they don't feel great. </p> <p>We were treated to our first snow flurries of the season the other day and I have a feeling true winter boot season will soon be on us.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have enough indoor shoes to meet my office needs through the winter, so I think I will let this rest for a bit. </p> <p>If I can stomach it I might search for a new pair of warm winter boots with good traction for winter walks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2285283 Mon, 10 Oct 2022 02:40:39 +0000 CarolS 2285283@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the encouragement in the Docs, Approprio. I hope you are right!!! I’m working on wearing some of my lesser worn pieces this fall and I will commit to try to work them into an outfit this week. </p> <p>Notsaf, I will keep my eye out for a chance to try the lagunas to satisfy my curiosity. It is certainly an attractive boot!</p> <p>Kelly, good to hear they might lean a bit wide. I am slowly figuring out that I need width and some shapes or lasts, I guess, are better for my foot than others. Kissing so many frogs. :-/ </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2285240 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 21:55:36 +0000 kellygirl 2285240@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have some Sam Edelmans and feel like they are on the wider side. They're tall Chelseas. I'm not crazy about the Eccos and I love Eccos in general. Can't quite put my finger on it but I much prefer a less muddy color for you.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2285229 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 20:21:54 +0000 notsaf 2285229@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe not in Canada, but they do the Laguna boots in a wide in some colors!&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.samedelman.com/product/womens-laguna-chelsea-boot-3021270/frontier-brown-ec0228754">https://www.samedelman.com/pro.....-ec0228754</a></p> <p>I have them in the colorway I posted. I find the square toe a little long for my foot (which is pretty normal with a high arch): maybe I should have sized down, but otherwise they're a really nice boot. That said, I have and love my original Blundstones. There's just no matching them for comfort and stability! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2285214 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 19:11:50 +0000 approprio 2285214@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carol, I’ve probably said this before, but persevere with the yellow Docs! I am all but convinced that&nbsp;those heavy English-style boots run large for a reason, but first you have to break them in. What you are describing is almost exactly what happened with my George Cox creepers.&nbsp;Boot socks and insoles are your friends. Stick with them!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2285181 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 16:32:39 +0000 CarolS 2285181@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Lisa</b> -- missed your comment earlier. Yeah, they're cut a bit oddly. I suppose that's the 'style' and part of what I'm wrestling with. I love the height of the shaft but am unsure of both fit and the overall shape. Maybe it's a matter of my eye adjusting to this style. Maybe it simply won't adjust. (can you tell I desperately want them to work for the shaft height alone?!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2285178 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 15:51:37 +0000 CarolS 2285178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, <b>Notsaf </b>-- I haven't tried the Sam Edlemans but my gut tells me they would be too narrow for me. It's taunting because I really like the look of the boot and the colour you posted is really lovely... </p> <p></p> <p>PS, I love the colour but the yellow Docs feel gigantic on my feet. I wore them a couple of times last fall, but I always feel like I am going to trip all over myself, so have never settled into making them the workhorse I had hoped for. Maybe I should have kept the smaller size instead of sizing up, but after a couple of hours of indoor wear I could feel my toe bumping and figured that wasn't good.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2285176 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 15:47:31 +0000 notsaf 2285176@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the light blunstones with the monochromatic goring: very cool, and they seem to be in your style.&nbsp;</p> <p>What happened to your sour yellow combats from last year? Those were really great.</p> <p>Have you tried these Sam Edelman pull ons? Lost of color ways, very stompy, and waterproof.&nbsp;</p> <p>(Sorry if you answered these upthread: I haven't caught up.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2285170 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 15:15:51 +0000 CarolS 2285170@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those are really pretty, <b>Angie</b>! Thanks for the suggestion. This colour doesn't seem to be available in Canada, but there is a <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.naturalizer.ca/en/product/womens-blondo-hallie-waterproof-bootie-7013968/taupe-suede-ec0119887">dark taupe suede</a>&nbsp;I could try locally, but only in a medium width. It's probably a good idea to at least see what the fit is like.</p> <p>My hopes for a higher shaft seem to be dwindling... </p> <p>My next options might be to look into the Josef Seibels Kerry had luck with (in the light colour) or forget about the higher shaft and go with another tried and true Blundstone. </p> <p>If I don't find a solution fairly soon, I might just defer the whole project until next year.&nbsp; </p> <p>(Oat Blundstone below plus another new Ecco boot that caught my eye as a nice ruggedly casual boot.)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2285165 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 14:59:06 +0000 LJP 2285165@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can I toss in an opinion on the Eccos? Why are they collapsing around the ankle ? Does that feel ok? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2285164 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 14:52:06 +0000 Angie 2285164@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How about these waterproof babies: </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2285148 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 12:30:23 +0000 kerry 2285148@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those boots are a great colour!</p> <p>I agree they need to be walk all day fabulous! I did find the nouvelle footbed comfortable. Not quite as roomy as the Josef Seibels I ended up with but still good.</p> <p>Love the look of the higher shaft chelsea here. I guess wearing them around the house with a good weight sock will help you see if the leather will give around the foot. I find buying footwear so high stakes as it’s easy to make a mistake! Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2285114 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 04:06:00 +0000 CarolS 2285114@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the update, Kerry! So glad you’ve found your winners. </p> <p>I just picked up a pair of Ecco boots I ordered online, but I’m not sure yet if they’re keepers. As you say, very spend so they have to be right. </p> <p>The good: the shaft is high and they are a fairly neutral shade of brown. I think they are a decent bookend for the remaining brown in my hair. The fit isn’t terrible. But I’m not sure yet if it’s almost $300 worth of walk-all day fabulous. </p> <p>The iffy: evaluating the shape and overall fit. The last might be too straight. And I haven’t fully wrapped my head around the sole. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2285056 Sat, 08 Oct 2022 18:31:13 +0000 kerry 2285056@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Update: considered several other boots because Eccos are spendy.</p> <p>Tried and returned a pair of Geox (too tight in the toe box). Tried and considered a cheapy pair of faux leather from DSW that came in a wide. Ultimately decided the footbed wasn’t comfy enough (very roomy though - too roomy - would size down if decided to keep). </p> <p><a href="https://www.geox.com/en-CA/hoara_woman-D94FTE00085C9999.html?ordering=search_result" rel="nofollow">https://www.geox.com/en-CA/hoa.....rch_result</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.dsw.ca/en/ca/product/mix-no.6-linston-wide-combat-boot/165182818?activeColor=120" rel="nofollow">https://www.dsw.ca/en/ca/produ.....eColor=120</a></p> <p>I think I’ve chosen a winner. The Josef Seibels aren’t exactly the look I wanted. But as you said comfort issues really limit the choices. I like that they have a zipper, have a slightly taller shaft, and sit close on the leg. They are comfortable with some arch support and a pretty roomy toe box.</p> <p><a href="https://www.softmoc.com/ca/i/josef-seibel-lds-paloma-01-combat-boot--black/782211720100" rel="nofollow">https://www.softmoc.com/ca/i/j.....2211720100</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2283028 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 14:51:55 +0000 Suz 2283028@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Kerry,</b> that is definitely true about the Eccos. I have a different water treated boot from last year and found the leather looks a bit --- hmmm, not as leathery? BUT on the positive side I can tell you that my boots, at least, were 100% water proof. Even around the elastic, at first -- which astonished me. I wore them in some very deep water during our flood periods and they acted as rain boots for me. They were also lined and quite warm. A very casual boot but a necessary type of boot for my lifestyle -- I wore them for walks every single day for at least 6 months, and sometimes wore them for other parts of the day as well. I think they are toast after a year of very very hard wear but really only on the inside, not the outside -- it still looks ok, more or less.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2283017 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 13:30:17 +0000 CarolS 2283017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, the Remonte boots are at Quarks.</p> <p>Kerry, thanks for the positive report n the boots! It sounds like they tick a lot of boxes. What colour did you choose? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2283001 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 10:59:21 +0000 kerry 2283001@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I brought home the Ecco Nouvelles for further consideration yesterday.</p> <p>Pros: comfy, fit well at first try on (mostly for me that’s enough room in the toe box) worn with thin Darn Tough wool sock, love the shaft height (goldilocks not too high - I’m a hard fit on calves - and not too short - looked good with slim - jeans, leggings - and cropped wide - jeans/pants).</p> <p>Cons: only one - leather does not look as luxe as it seemed online. I think this might be a function of it having been treated to be water resistant which is actually a pro. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2282994 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 10:20:27 +0000 LJP 2282994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Where are those Remonte boots from ? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2282986 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 06:32:02 +0000 CarolS 2282986@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Jenni. Good question about piece count. The short answer is that I have no idea. It might be time to take an inventory and cull pieces I don't expect to wear again. I really don't NEED a huge wardrobe when it comes right down to it. And I hold onto way too much stuff. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2282985 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 05:22:18 +0000 Jenni NZ 2282985@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OK. Have just gone back and forth over this thread and all the Finds.<br /> My honest opinion? Get whichever of the 3 brown Blundstone options co-ordinates best with your cognac bag. You already have black, burgundy and cream covered in your non-boot shoes for the office. You are not sure that the Oat Blundstones are “the one”. You fit Blundstone and find them comfortable. It will be close to the “one boot to rule them all” then you can build more of your wardrobe to go with that boot, and you can always get a second boot later once you know you have a really good initial option sorted.<br /> I know you are rebuilding your wardrobe after weight loss. Do you have a vague idea on a piece count you want? I see many on the forum with smaller wardrobes ( Jenn, Carla) have around 100 pieces and many others have around 150 pieces ( myself, Suz) and many others have more. Anchie has a very specific number with detailed spreadsheets. Just thought if you had an idea on where you fit in the spectrum of wardrobe size it may help guide your shopping. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2282982 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 04:38:34 +0000 CarolS 2282982@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There's nothing like a couple of days of trying on shoes to put me in my place and remind me how very limited my options are if I am to prioritize comfort in my footwear.</p> <p>I've eliminated many of the boots from my original list. Haven't even bothered to try on the Docs because they don't have side zippers.&nbsp;</p> <p>Hoped to try on the Ecco Nouvelle boots today but the local store didn't have them in, so I'll either have to order them or wait until they're in stock.&nbsp;</p> <p>I also tried on a pair of chestnut brown Remonte booties this afternoon (first find. also comes in black -- second find). The slightly lower shaft actually seemed to be a bit more flattering on my leg than the shaft of the Blundstones. These aren't quite as comfortable though -- they would likely be okay as an office shoe or for shorter outings rather than all day jaunts. Price is almost half of what the Blundstones will set me back...</p> <p>And there's the rub -- I used to legitimately need a variety of footwear that was basically for the office only. Now that I'm only in the office a couple of days a week (and who knows for how much longer) how many such shoes can I justify?&nbsp;</p> <p>I already have three pairs of shoes that are pretty much "office only" -- cream oxfords, burgundy oxfords and a black patent loafer. I also have white, bronze and toffee sneakers.&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm still tempted to bring the Remontes home for a bit more evaluation, but I am coming to realize that the most pressing need is for a comfortable, casual boot.</p> <p>Despite my lack of success with other brands, I know Blundstones are a viable option, and I could opt for one of several colours -- Oat, camel (haven't seen it IRL yet), antique brown, or burgundy could all probably prove useful in my casual life with some possible crossover the the office. But which?</p> <p>Oat? Maybe. I have a lightweight cream puffer, and lots of scarves with cream in the pattern. Would work with most colours. I'd probably need to buy a cream purse.&nbsp;</p> <p>Burgundy? Maybe. I have a light burgundy puffer and several fall weight scarves with burgundy in them. </p> <p>Antique brown or camel? I currently carry a cognac brown crossbody bag that would coordinate with either of these brown tones. I have lots of fall scarves with brown in them. Would work better than burgundy with my green sweaters. I could also opt for the cognac colour in the dress boot style, so really three brown options.</p> <p>Decisions, decisions.... I'll think about it tomorrow.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/3#post-2282781 Sat, 24 Sep 2022 23:34:49 +0000 CarolS 2282781@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They really are, Lisa! Perfect but for the pesky fit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/2#post-2282772 Sat, 24 Sep 2022 23:08:46 +0000 LJP 2282772@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aren’t they beautiful ? I was seriously eyeing them last year but their very non- customer friendly return policy kept me from buying them . FP footwear is an odd fit for me too . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/2#post-2282763 Sat, 24 Sep 2022 22:27:51 +0000 CarolS 2282763@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kerry --- look forward to hearing how the Eccos work for you!!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/2#post-2282762 Sat, 24 Sep 2022 22:24:41 +0000 CarolS 2282762@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Free People boots are gorgeous. Shaft height is perfect for crops and skirts. They have a side zipper. The colour is a beautiful brown bordering on burgundy, which I think would be very versatile. </p> <p>But they're too narrow. At almost $300 and exchange-only, I couldn't even bring them home to see how they felt after wearing a bit... </p> <p>So, to quote Angie -- onward. </p> <p>I tried the Blundstone in the Oat colour today too -- the colour is less pinky than Pearl. But for some reason I am still not fully convinced they are "the ones". </p> <p>The Miz Mooz are too narrow. Hopefully tomorrow I will try the Eccos. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/2#post-2282732 Sat, 24 Sep 2022 17:14:45 +0000 kerry 2282732@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good luck with your boot search! Finding comfortable footwear that goes the distance and meets sartorial needs is very challenging. </p> <p>And with lack of options both in-store and online in Canada can further frustrate! </p> <p>I have short wide feet - not easy to fit - and a right foot prone to plantar fasciitis. I’m also on my feet all day. Fortunately my footwear needs are few and casual items fill almost all holes. </p> <p>So I’m no help really! But I wanted to thank you for this post. I had decided this fall I was going to try Blundstones again (I had them several years ago and never got them 100% comfortable) but thought this time if I got leather-lined ones, I’d be in business. But the discussion of shaft height and ankle fit here has made me realize that higher and closer would be much more useful. Mostly so I can wear wide crops for a longer season. Those Ecco Nouvelles are now on my radar so thank you. Planning to go and try them this afternoon! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/2#post-2282691 Sat, 24 Sep 2022 14:32:46 +0000 kkards 2282691@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love that free people pair!!!!<br /> Definitely worth a try </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-boot-to-rule-them-all/page/2#post-2282690 Sat, 24 Sep 2022 14:32:41 +0000 CarolS 2282690@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>lol -- Just the website. Might trek out there today, though!</p>