Born Bowie SKU: #7547897
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View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)- Step off the beaten path with the outdoor-inspired Børn® Bowie.
- Full-grain leather upper burnished for a worn-in effect.
- Slip-on construction with tonal elastic goring at sides for a perfect fit.
- Soft leather interior lining and footbed for all-day comfort.
- Steel shank provides valuable midfoot support and lateral stability.
- Rubber forepart and outside leawood wrapped rubber heel for hard-wearing durability and increased traction.
- Opanka hand-sewn construction creates flexibility and long-lasting wear.
- Imported.
- Weight: 1 lb
- Product measurements were taken using size 10. Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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85% "Felt true to size" 93% "Felt true to width" 90% "Moderate arch support"Tags for this product
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2 people found this review helpful
October 23, 2010
Anonymous
from Ohio
My husband found these to be very comfortable. We walked "all over" New England and these shoes were perfect. (He would give the arch support 4 1/2 stars if he could!)
Brands I'd also recommend: Merrill
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January 6, 2011
Anonymous
from Hales Corners, WI
I bought these shoes for my son and he loves them. He said they were very comfortable and he liked the style and color.
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May 4, 2011
Delta P
from Detroit
Not what you expect from Born. The workmanship is good, and the shoe is solid. However, it's not a comfortable shoe. There is no arch support, and cushioning is absent. These would be great as a pair of loafers, but not made to walk around in all day.
Brands I'd also recommend: Ecco
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About Born
Why are Børn shoes so comfortable? By using the art of "Opanka" hand-sewn construction combined with the finest quality materials, Børn is able to craft shoes that are durable, lightweight and flexible, allowing the wearer to walk as if barefoot. In addition, soft supple leathers and shock-absorbing foam ensure the foot is wrapped in comfort.
Børn shoes have been sold in premier retail stores since 1995 and their appeal to a variety of lifestyles continues to attract customers old and new. They offer a wide selection to men and women of style who have a young, free-spirited attitude about their footwear and lifestyle. Børn shoes are "Works of Art" worn by all age groups, and their styles are as versatile as their customer base is diverse.
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June 1, 2011
DAVEinDC
Is it just my imagination, or have a lot of men's dress shoes become rather silly-looking these days? Sharp points, emblems, zippers, logos, exaggerated contours, who needs 'em? I wanted a classic loafer with basic but stylish design and the Born Bowie fits that perfectly. These have a casual elegance with a mildly retro formality, cool with jeans and awesome with dress pants or a suit. The leather is soft, the construction is quality. The footbed is cushioned, but not mushy, so they provide long lasting comfort. The width is great for an average foot, but these run a little big. Consider ordering 1/2 to a full size smaller than your normal dress shoe. That's it, that's what I know. Rock on fellow Zappos fans.
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July 17, 2011
Anonymous
This is a great shoe. It looks professional, but can be worn with a pair of jeans. I use this when I travel to wear with a suit and in casual settings after meetings are done. Since they are slip-ons, they are also good for getting through airport security.
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July 28, 2011
John C
from San Diego, CA
Got them 3 weeks ago and I really like these shoes. I ended up using a pair standard Dr. Scholl’s insole to compensate for the roominess, which is accentuated by the toe design. Great looking, very comfortable, and no laces!
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September 6, 2011
Maartje B
from Scottsboro, alabama
My husband loves to wear these shoes to work. They look great with casual work clothes and are comfortable to wear the whole day!
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September 13, 2011
Scott d
from nyc
Born shoes are always hit and miss with me. The sizes and comfort levels vary. Not with these. After only half a day's wear, they are already broken in and more comfortable than any other shoes I own, and I own a few pairs of Clarks. As for fit, I am a size 10½ with regular width and they fit perfectly, they are not destroying my big toes like other Born styles in my size have done before. You should note these are a little lighter than the picture on the site, but they still have a great fall color and very cool worn in look to them. Having owned Born shoes before, I know they will last a while, but I will update this review if there are any signs of them falling apart prematurely. For now, two huge thumbs up. They are highly recommended.
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October 13, 2011
D_rek
from Michigan
Really comfortable shoe that's good for people with wider feet such as me. The arch support/bump felt awkward the first time wearing them but the more I wear the more natural it feels. The leather is super supple and nice feeling, too. The only issue I take is that the actual color of the leather has more red in it - it's almost a rust-like color - than pictured on the Zappos website. Wish they were a little darker in color perhaps, but nonetheless a great shoe!
Brands I'd also recommend: Frye, Doc Martens
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November 22, 2011
Anonymous
Good shoe. Seems well constructed. Not quite as comfortable as some of the Rockports I've had, but that is nitpicking.
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December 6, 2011
Anonymous
from Portland, Or
Bought these for my husband, who is really picky about comfort. He says these feel like he is wearing slippers, and did not need any breaking-in time with them. I was worried he would need a size 14, but these were big enough for him.
Brands I'd also recommend: Cole Haan
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December 16, 2011
James V
from North Carolina
The Bowie is a very comfortable shoe and it looks nice in brown too! I was looking for a semi-casual shoe that would go well with jeans for work and be comfortable enough for walking around. After going through multiple pairs of other shoes, this one has finally lived up to my expectations. It looks a little like a boot when it's on and the lack of contrast stitching or obvious seams make it stand out these days. The leather upper looks a little too smooth at first, but after a few weeks of wear and scuffs, it actually looks better with the extra texture. I love that the shoe has real stitching and looks like it was made with care; there's even some leather patches on the insole where no one but the wearer will see them. The only complaints I have are minor. The insole is somewhat stiff in combination with the hard outsole. Speaking of the outsole, the shoe makes a bit of noise when walking on concrete and in non-carpeted staircases, comparable to some women's shoes, but I can live with that. Last complaint: the wood-like veneer on the heel appears to be glued on. It may peel off over time, but I can live with fixing that. I'll be buying a pair of these in black soon!
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