https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:40:41 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1352600 Thu, 11 Sep 2014 02:19:48 +0000 Elizabeth P 1352600@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is SO funny how differently we all approach boots</p> <p>And not weird at all Suz, I don't tuck unless necessary either. The reason I hardly wore my fav boots last year... It WAS necessary, and they were/are of the tuckless variety. It just sounded like you wanted these for the messier days. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1352515 Thu, 11 Sep 2014 00:52:52 +0000 Aida 1352515@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh my, that last pair Vivian linked is pretty pretty. Good thing I don't wear that style of boot, nor dark brown! I was initially leaning towards the Helen combaty boots for you, and still am if you don't count Viva's pair </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1352420 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 23:14:02 +0000 Anonymous 1352420@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just piping up to say I've been watching this too Suz. But since I got rid of my only pair of boots last Spring, you know I have&nbsp;<i>nothing&nbsp;</i>add. At all. I need boots even less than Marley does, although if I find just the perfect pair, I could be persuaded. And that's why I'm stalking this thread. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1352322 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 20:46:15 +0000 Marley 1352322@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz - NO, not where I live - southern CA and on the coast. &nbsp;The closest we would come to "walking boots" would be Uggs worn in the winter-time when at the beach, paired with shorts and a sweatshirt! &nbsp;Just try to wrap your brain around that!&nbsp;<br />You&nbsp;<i>need</i> to come to So CAL - we have fun here - we can show you how us softies "manage" in the winter-time!<br />AND - as long as you make meals&nbsp;- you don't need to clean up after yourself or buy goodies!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1352287 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 19:51:04 +0000 Suz 1352287@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hahahahah, Marley!! I remember your doubtful response to those Aquatalia moto boots when I showed them....</p> <p>Seriously, though -- a person never needs walking boots in California? I have to move there, <b>PRONTO</b>!!! I hope you have a spare room. I am a very nice guest. I clean up after myself and buy you goodies and make you meals. &nbsp;:)&nbsp;</p> <p>Oh, and I leave my mucky boots by the door.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1352239 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 19:00:41 +0000 Marley 1352239@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have been watching this thread &nbsp;- but knew that I had no business giving you any advice or opinion since I am sooo far removed from the type of situation where these kinds of boots would be needed - so I've kept my mouth shut! &nbsp;Besides, I know that I ruined my&nbsp;credibility when I&nbsp;advised Alana to wear her jacket&nbsp;<i>opened</i><i> &nbsp;</i>so that there would be a column of color! &nbsp;Hahahaha! &nbsp;I'm clueless! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1352229 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 18:52:08 +0000 Anonymous 1352229@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm having boot overload and may have to lie down. I really love those ones Vivian just found. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1352225 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 18:47:40 +0000 Suz 1352225@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, <b>Vivian</b>, you're right -- those are gorgeous boots! Sheesh...</p> <p>Thanks to <b>lisa</b> for the link.&nbsp;</p> <p>And <b>Niki</b>, those look like terrific options, too. Thank you so much!&nbsp;</p> <p>I did some sleuthing at my local Blundstones seller today and discovered my true size there will be a 3.5. But they did not have any in stock to try.... &nbsp;:( </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1352134 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 16:52:34 +0000 Niki Lea 1352134@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was going to suggest Blunnies, but that's not an option for you. They're my go-to winter pull-on boot, so I know what you mean when you talk&nbsp;about the wide fit. Mine are definitely roomy, too.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Camper makes a similar version. Here's the black:<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.gravitypope.com/shoes/product/27061-camper-46590-003-">http://www.gravitypope.com/sho.....46590-003-</a></p> <p>And the same Camper boot in taupe:<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.gravitypope.com/shoes/product/27057-camper-46727-002-">http://www.gravitypope.com/sho.....46727-002-</a></p> <p>This Fluevog pull-on&nbsp;boot is gorgeous, too:<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.gravitypope.com/shoes/product/18238-fluevog-rci-w-brn-rci">http://www.gravitypope.com/sho.....-w-brn-rci</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1352037 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 14:49:25 +0000 viva 1352037@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG, I love this boot: <a href="http://www.arnoldchurgin.com/amaze-dbr.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.arnoldchurgin.com/amaze-dbr.html</a>.</p> <p>It looks like a refined moto, in dark brown, which is sort of exactly what I am searching for. Darn you Canadians.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1351825 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 04:34:51 +0000 Ariadne 1351825@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear chisel-toe Blundstones, Sam Edelman Troopa boots (like the Helens you posted), and moto boots to fill this role. &nbsp;I wore out my cheap moto boots last year AND the year before, so I may invest in some better quality ones this year.</p> <p>I vote Blundstones, since you know they work for you.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1351775 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 03:10:19 +0000 Jaime 1351775@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Too much to think about right now Suz - but I do love the idea of a mocha or other color than black. I'll be back! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1351732 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 02:11:26 +0000 Suz 1351732@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, what an awesome idea! I'm going to check out kids' Blundstones. Might be cheaper, too. There's a store in town that sells them.&nbsp;</p> <p>Also, off to check your Calgary link -- did not know of them! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1351682 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 01:13:46 +0000 Anonymous 1351682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And, sorry , me again: &nbsp;I saw the cutest (sorry to the purists out there) Blundstones in the kids section the other day at Softmoc (I store that has the worst ever retail name but good shoes!) . I have discovered that if you wear a size 8 or less in women's, which i know you do, you can wear kids sizes. &nbsp;These were grey with pink(sorry) elastic (but still!) and other colours were available too. Fit will be different and maybe better for you. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1351678 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 01:08:23 +0000 Anonymous 1351678@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I keep forgetting to ask you if you know this company:<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.arnoldchurgin.com">http://www.arnoldchurgin.com</a></p> <p>They are Calgary based, but have GREAT boots . &nbsp;It can sometimes skew a little western-y, but look through what they have and it's all private label, higher price point lovely stuff. &nbsp;They have a fun Facebook page too where they have styling ideas - some of which , again, skew a little crazy Calgary cowboy, but once in awhile they hit it out of the park. Do you know them?</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1351532 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 22:53:12 +0000 Staysfit 1351532@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, when boots/booties are too big for me, which is sometimes the case, I put Superfeet or Taco's&nbsp;inside to take up some space and it works well. &nbsp;Have you tried this with the Blundstones? &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1351456 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 21:28:22 +0000 jackiec 1351456@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmmm. As a few others have mentioned, seems to me that the Sweeties are just what you need (and have). Are you looking to get something else now in anticipation of wanting something different? Are the prices that good now that you want to buy now? Just wondering if you could hang tight until you see how the Sweeties work out for you? I know I often do some anticipatory purchasing but then find that I stick with what I have, or change my mind. Having said that, I love love love those Blundstones </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1351427 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 20:37:55 +0000 Suz 1351427@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Susie &amp; Janet, I can try. My previous experiments with Born didn't work -- too wide, especially at the heel. But you never know. Sometimes the right style works. I'm going to check the site. Thank you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1351396 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 19:57:39 +0000 Janet 1351396@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OK, I love the idea of that taupe-y color of the Helens for you, even if the combat style doesn't feel right to you. I love black footwear, but even I get a little tired of the ubiquitous black boot in the winter.&nbsp;</p> <p>Hmm, Susie mentions Born, which I think might be a good source to check out. Comfortable and well-made, some interesting styles, and&nbsp;they usually carry a selection of colors... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1351393 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 19:51:17 +0000 Susie 1351393@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can you wear Born boots, Suz? It looks like they could have some styles that would fit your needs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1351374 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 19:28:39 +0000 Suz 1351374@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, all. I think I am going to have to go out in person now and do some investigation. Obviously, trying on is key!</p> <p>Elizabeth, it's weird, but I tend to tuck if the weather is really grotty (i.e. raining or snowing) but as long as temperatures allow and it's not actively precipitating, I like to go with untucked pants. If I can.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot/page/2#post-1351368 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 19:22:50 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1351368@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a pair of shearling lined clogs from Cordani that serve the speedy-trip purpose.</p> <p>Do you like Timberland boots? They are definitely on the casual side (not what I think of as your style)&nbsp;but might serve your desire for rugged. &lt;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://shop.timberland.com/product/index.jsp?productId=26700296">http://shop.timberland.com/pro.....d=26700296</a>&gt;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot#post-1351318 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 18:04:59 +0000 catgirl 1351318@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My Harley Davidson boots fill this purpose but even easier are Merrells. </p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/merrell-haven-duo-waterproof-black" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/merrell-.....roof-black</a></p> <p>This is my run to the mailbox/fetch kid from school playground type of shoe so it is not the most fashionable but it is EASY and I can take it off and slip it on without fuss. The idea is outdoor slippers for the</p> <p>Also Uggs but I don't think that's your style goal. Don't even need socks.</p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/ugg-classic-mini-grey" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/ugg-classic-mini-grey</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot#post-1351314 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 18:00:41 +0000 Elizabeth P 1351314@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Question... if you are looking for something for possibly messy days, wouldn't you want to be tucking your pants IN? I tend to wear short booties (outside) only when it's dry and clear.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot#post-1351311 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 17:55:05 +0000 Suz 1351311@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah, Gracie - thank you! Yes! This is more the kind of thing, I think...but they feel quite similar to the Sweeties except the Sweeties are taller. I should have worked out that the height of those was wrong for me....oy.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot#post-1351310 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 17:53:43 +0000 Suz 1351310@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ack! I just typed a whole reply and then lost it....here goes again...</p> <p>Thank you for all your thoughts -- you have given me a lot to chew on!&nbsp;</p> <p>First, to clarify...I already own the Aquatalia Sweeties I linked to. So, why am I looking for something in addition? well....</p> <p><b>DEB</b> is correct, I think. They are probably an unflattering height on me. Which may be partly why I feel that my "casual" hole won't be filled with just these. I expect I'll wear them in rainy weather mostly. But on dry days when I am casual I might want something shorter. This is helping me clarify that the shorter height is part of what is important to me here. So thank you!</p> <p><b>Sveta,</b> I hear you and maybe the Sweeties will fill this gap all on their own, but I rather doubt it. They feel "tall" to (short) me. Also, I can't really wear my BFs with them as easily as with a short boot. I think my life is just more casual than yours with lots and lots of walking, usually five miles a day. I need a boot that lets me do that comfortably. Now-- truthfully --- most of my booties really <b>are</b> that comfortable. But I don't want to wreck them in the puddles, etc. So they are good on fine days but not so good once the roads are mucky.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>gryffin</b>, I <b>LOVE</b> the Fetch. Love them. I do think they are more along the lines of my SWs, though. But it's also encouraging that you have and love the Saras. And wow, I really like the "paddock" boots also -- that would be a better height for me, I think, and helps me look at a whole new category. Thank you! (I am not surprised you get compliments on those Ariats, by the way.)&nbsp;</p> <p><b>AviaMariah</b> -- yes, you might be right about the Sweeties...very encouraging to know how well they have worked for you, and maybe I should just try mine before rushing off to buy something else! :)</p> <p><b>Laura</b>, thank you -- I do think they have to be boots for me. I have such a hard time fitting shoes. They don't stay on my foot unless they are laced. Plus, my upper foot gets cold easily, and I like the smoother line of bootie/ pant. But those look like they would be incredibly practical and easy on easy off!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Suja</b>, the Hunters I've tried have been too tall for my short calves! I think they do come in shorter heights but I haven't found any in store to try. I also think I'd need the kind with liners...and really, I want something that looks shoe-like even though it is not a shoe vs. a rain boot. Although I could probably use a rain boot, too....(hmmm....another excuse to shop...yay!!)</p> <p><b>Gaylene</b>, you are so right about Blundstones coming in and out of style. Unlike Birks, they are a style I adore (at least the chisel toe version...) but it is true the fit is too wide on me....still...I can give it another try just in case. You never know....</p> <p>On the price...the Blundstones are actually equivalent to those Saras and Helens on 6 pm -- at the Canadian price, that is.... &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot#post-1351298 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 17:46:44 +0000 Gracie 1351298@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are my easy, zippity on/off walking, errands booties... very comfortable, cushiony soft, and good looking imo, I guess they are a short-moto style? I have them in the cognac color (mine were from Macy's) and I see they are available in black from other sources too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot#post-1351284 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 17:23:08 +0000 gryffin 1351284@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Suz - just a couple of personal favorites on boots. The aquatalia fetch are waterproof. I have the fetch in suede and they are waterproof and very comfy. Pointly toe, kind of chelsea but not. I do own the LC sara, I love them in leather - I am on a waterproof kick but you have the mother of uber elegant chelsea boots with the sw. Rather than a "combat" boot woud you consider a "paddock boot?" I have the ariat heritage lacers - super fast on, water resistant, amazingly comfy and I get compliments on them almost every time I wear them. Not sure that's how you want to go, but thought they were worth a quick a look!! Good luck on boot hunt!! <a href="http://vip.zappos.com/aquatalia-by-marvin-k-fetch-black-suede" rel="nofollow">http://vip.zappos.com/aquatali.....lack-suede</a><br /> <a href="http://vip.zappos.com/ariat-heritage-lacer-ii-black-deertan" rel="nofollow">http://vip.zappos.com/ariat-he.....ck-deertan</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot#post-1351276 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 17:11:32 +0000 Deb 1351276@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I vote the black suede Sara or the brown Blundstones.......You did write that you love them. The next two look too heavy and unrefined, and the Aquatalia's are an unflattering length for your height. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/which-kind-of-boot#post-1351229 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 16:31:00 +0000 AviaMariah 1351229@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like Ingunn I'm curious also why you don't think the Aqualitas will fit this role? &nbsp;I purchased them this year and their easy "pull on ability" was one thing I like about them. &nbsp;Although I guess I will have to sit down to pull them on...are you looking for something you can just slip on as you walk out the door? &nbsp;If so I like Suja's idea of Hunters unless they're just not warm enough for your climate. &nbsp;I have a pair of muck boots that kind of look like Hunters. &nbsp;They have a really thick sole and they are what I pull on when the snow/slush is deep and I need something quick. </p>