https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 15 May 2026 22:10:01 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots/page/2#post-405558 Tue, 16 Aug 2011 12:20:05 +0000 Zoe 405558@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The soles are grippy -- essential for Vermont winters. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-405098 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:19:53 +0000 Mo 405098@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Una, I also have some black boots by Santana Canada and they are narrow in the shaft. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Santana-Womens-Penny-Boot/dp/B00171NGI4/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/Santana-.....roduct_top</a> Maybe it's a brand worth looking into.</p> <p>EDIT: I'm 12 1/2" calf on a good day - 12 1/4" when I'm not running </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-405091 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:08:37 +0000 catgirl 405091@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh, those are pretty! I'll keep them on my list. How are the soles - grippy or smooth? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-405086 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:58:14 +0000 Zoe 405086@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just got these: <a href="http://www.6pm.com/santana-christina" rel="nofollow">http://www.6pm.com/santana-christina</a><br /> They are awesome. My calf is 14 and they fit perfectly for wearing tights. I won't be able to get jeans in them, but that's fine by me. Could be they'd work for you.</p> <p>I also have a pair of Timberlands (the lexxis boot) and I love it. Comfortable. Has worn well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-405047 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 17:43:38 +0000 catgirl 405047@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rita, like everything else it was a lot easier to buy boots pre-YLF! Now I have Standards with a capital S, which are making me Exceedingly Picky. That's a good thing, but it sure does complicate the searching!</p> <p>I'm actually a size 5, so I hope 5.5 in a wide will work. I do need to wear socks in winter, though! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404907 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 13:37:05 +0000 modgrl 404907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Una, I always go for a 6 in boots, that way you can wear socks in winter. I am a 5 1/5 in sandals and heels usually. </p> <p>Good luck with the boot search. It was a long one for me. When I found a pair of boots that were perfect for me, I just tried to duplicate the measurements in circumference and shaft height. I searched all over, by the end not really even looking at cost because I was so frustrated. I ended up finding the perfect pair on ebay. It was risky but I had my measurements in hand and I finally pulled the trigger. They ended up being the perfect black boots. I hope the ones from DSW work out for you. I like some of the stuff on their website but the store always seems like last season's rummage sale to me. I hardly ever find anything there </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404876 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 10:34:32 +0000 April 404876@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fingers crossed for you, Una! Experience says that shoe sites are notoriously inaccurate about calf circumference, but maybe this year they are responding to customer frustration and trying to correct that issue. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404821 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 04:23:59 +0000 catgirl 404821@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hate that too. I hope that the smaller the foot size, the smaller the circumference. Will let you know when they arrive! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404813 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 04:03:07 +0000 Sparky 404813@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Una, did you notice that the calf circumference is listed as 14.5" on Endless? They don't say what size boot that measurement is taken from. Lack of consistency in these kinds of measurements is one of my pet peeves. I guess you will find out in a couple days which site gives a more accurate #! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404810 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 03:55:41 +0000 Sparky 404810@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay, glad you ordered them! That takes the pressure off me. I should really be holding out for my dream cognac boots, which I know are out there, somewhere. Then again, I just finished a glass of wine, so who knows what that will lead to. Can't wait to hear what you think of them when they arrive! (Off to go check Endless to see if there are any reviews there yet.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404807 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 03:46:07 +0000 catgirl 404807@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sparky, we just pulled the trigger. What cinched it is that I saw wide sizes - so I was able to order my true size, 5.5 C/D. They are $20 cheaper on endless for some reason... </p> <p>We make a good team! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404803 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 03:37:38 +0000 Sparky 404803@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We think they look very, very nice ~ so nice in fact, that even though "we" don't need any more black boots, "we" have just put them into "our" shopping cart. Just saying. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404772 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 02:44:23 +0000 catgirl 404772@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy, I never even considered DSW - thought it was just a store. Now I've joined and ordered something already. Gah!</p> <p>Can you tell me more about how it works? Is it just a discount site, or does it have an in-house brand? They seem to have shoes that are still current on endless and Zappos. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404693 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 01:10:16 +0000 Debora 404693@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, these look great and sound like they meet all your criteria. Be sure to post a review! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404663 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:23:25 +0000 Anonymous 404663@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Do you have DSW? I tried these on and they look amazing...like wearing leggings and boots in one. You can also fold over the top a bit, although , now that I think about it, they are probably too tall for you. I'll post the link in case anyone else with 13 inch calves is looking for a pair. The only reason i didn't get them is that I really want a pair of grey.<br /> <a href="http://www.dsw.com/shoe/sm+women%27s+haviland+over+the+knee+boot?prodId=222555&#038;productRef=SEARCH" rel="nofollow">http://www.dsw.com/shoe/sm+wom.....Ref=SEARCH</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404660 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:19:59 +0000 Heather 404660@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What's the story, Morning Glory? Did you order?! The description sounds like the total package for your needs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404639 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 23:58:08 +0000 catgirl 404639@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sona, I didn't - they didn't have them at my store (that I saw, anyway) - drat! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404606 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 22:59:03 +0000 Sona 404606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Una- did you try the aquatalias from NAS? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404594 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 22:19:34 +0000 catgirl 404594@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jjsloane, they have a half-inch platform which hopefully brings them to 2.5", the best height for me (or lower)... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404593 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 22:18:21 +0000 catgirl 404593@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Is shaft height measured with or without heel? I think I'm going to give them a try - I might as well take the plunge somehow...</p> <p>I don't mind chunky soles as long as I can dress them up a little - the only way to know if to try them out, I guess. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404470 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 15:48:48 +0000 Jonesy 404470@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think they look good! They are 15" tall--is that a good height for your calves? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404431 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 14:36:42 +0000 Jjsloane 404431@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them a lot and find Timberland a good brand. You should give them a try. Do you do 3" heels? My limit is usually 2.5" for boots. They are $10 less on Endless with 10% rebates from mrrebates right now (if that sort of thing matters) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404423 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 14:28:03 +0000 Queen Mum 404423@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>can't wait to see them on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404415 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 14:16:50 +0000 Mo 404415@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They look like contenders! 13 inch circumference is nice and small - let us know! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404385 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 13:31:05 +0000 rae 404385@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very cool. I hope they work for you - the description seems to hit on everything you want! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404374 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 13:15:12 +0000 nicoleb 404374@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love those! I prefer a chunky or wedge heel in the winter. It makes me feel less dressed up in a sea of people wearing Uggs yet still gives me some height and class to my outfit. Hope they work for you! Looks like they have some tread on the bottom too? Important! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404373 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 13:12:30 +0000 Janet 404373@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They look like a great choice for wearing with skirts, tucking jeans, etc. They remind me a bit of my Fryes, which get a LOT of wear and seem to go with everything and dress up or down. I like 'em! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404327 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 07:32:55 +0000 Deborah 404327@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They look good. Is the sole too 'chunky' or is that ok for what you want them for? If they tick all the boxes definitely worth a try. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404305 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 05:28:03 +0000 lyn* 404305@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They look quite nice, and the brand is known for having nice grippy soles. Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-quest-begins-my-search-for-black-boots#post-404291 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 05:12:55 +0000 AJ 404291@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks good to me! Worth a try. </p>