Le Chameau

These were a gift for the man in my life who wears them around the farm for work and to protect his feet. They fit and work great and are so much better than cheap boots!

After reading so many reviews stating Le Chameau rain boots run very large in most styles, I have to say this is not the case. Sadly the size 38s I ordered and that just arrived are too snug and I am back on the search for a pair of 39s. I also found this particular style to run a bit narrow in the toe box, which I'm not sure will be solved with a larger size. I do love this style as they're rugged yet lightweight.

Ever since I first laid eyes on Le Chameau boots I have lusted for a pair. First I ordered the Vierzon Lady, it fit perfectly in the foot, but the leg was ridiculously thin (and no, I don't have thick calves). Then I tried the Cavaliere. It fit a bit better in the calf, but was very narrow in the foot. Finally with the Country All Tracks I found success! I love the pretty plaid lining, I love the height of the boot (I use them to go trout fishing), I love the classic look, and now I love the fit too. Thank you Zappos!

I once owned a pair of Le Chameau boots, and remembered how stylish they looked. The Cavaliere boot is true to its name: it looks like a horse-riding boot. I ordered them in chocolate brown, because they were a bit cheaper than the black ones, and I was happily surprised. The color was a dark brown, and the boot is elegant and a wonderful fit. I am a size 9, but ordered size 10 so that I could wear orthotics, because I have a high arch, and the boot fits perfectly. I can also tug in some jeans, with some effort, but it works, which surprised me as well, given the slim look of these boots. Originally, I had ordered Country All Tracks in size 9, but were too small (and I don't have large feet), so it was contrary to previous reviews. However, when the boot came in the right size, the discount was gone! So I'm happy with my Cavaliere boots, and have worn them in both rain and snow.

Looks are not everything, though I would have given these boots an overall five stars if they had not been so deliberately unflashy. But I knew what I was getting in the way of looks from reading one purchaser's review. Still, the excessive stitching on the boot bothers me, making them a cross between hiking and chuka boots with a dull-brown color completing its unobtrusively homely appearance. That said, the boots seem sturdily well-constructed, provides me solid arch-support, an ample toe box and a snug, unconstricting fit. They are lightweight boots that I would not backpack with, but I was looking for something to help me rehab a damaged left knee by spending endless hours on a treadmill. So, all in all, I am happy with them.

I normally wear a size 7.5 or 8, and these fit me perfectly in a size 6. The boots are great; however, they are too tight to tuck jeans into. I also like to pull my wellies off and on to take out the dogs, and getting these off takes some work. I am opting for the Hunters in size seven. Even though they don't look as good on, they are more functional.

I ordered three pair of rain boots and chose these because of the good tread, narrower foot bed, and mid calf height. I will put insoles in them because the Euro size is a half size to big for me. These kind of remind me of my Converse high-tops back in the day. Already getting compliments. Plus they came with an extra set of blue matching laces. Recommend for anybody who isn't extra wide footed.

My first five star review. First, and fortunately for me, these run very large. I normally wear a 10 or 10½, and the 10 was way too big. I returned them for a 9½ which fits well. This was fortunate because during the time I was doing the return they went on sale so I got the replacement pair for less. Even on sale, however, these are expensive. And it is only when you put them on that you appreciate the quality. I have been wearing them in 15° weather with snow and ice, and they have been able to handle everything that I can throw at them on my farm while keeping my feet comfortably warm and dry. They provide great support as well as grip, and the materials make them extremely flexible when compared to traditional leather boots when it comes to kneeling/bending etc. And what is fairly unique about these boots is that they can handle the messy parts of life and still look pretty nice when venturing out into the civilized world. With that being said these will not be for everyone, you will probably only want to make the investment if you spend lengthy periods of time outside in a cold/wet weather environment. These really are boots and go up to the knee, so if this is not your style it is best to look elsewhere. Also, these require some effort to get on and off so if you are looking for something to pull on and off even fairly frequently you will be much better off with something with a side zip. If you are living the lifestyle these boots were designed for you will be hard pressed to find anything better.

I really wanted to love these boots since they seem very well made. They fit well for the most part but the shaft was just a bit too narrow to comfortably tuck in my jeans. And I would likely wear them with jeans on rainy days. I feel if I am going to spend so much on rain boots I should really love them!

I'm a man's man. I hunt and fish. I have struggled for years to find a rubber boot that is comfortable for my short, wide foot and reliably waterproof. I was hesitant to pay such a premium price for these boots. After receiving them today, I'm glad I made the purchase. The boots are unbelievably comfortable out of the box. The natural rubber is very supple. It's clear that these boots do not need a break in period. The boots do have a rubber smell. So, hunters will need to let them air out before chasing wary quarry. Sizing for US run a little large. If you are a 1/2 size, I recommend ordering down instead of up a size. I'm looking forward to putting these boots to work this weekend. As of now, I would by them again based on their comfort.

I ordered two pairs of rainboots, the Le Chameau Vierzon Lady 2 and the Hunter Original in glossy black. Instantly I could tell the Le Chameau was a more comfortable fit. Narrow in the ankle which makes taking off more of a challenge, but that is ok. I have slender feet, ankles, calves. The Hunter boot had more room in the ankle & calf, so was not as appealing to me. My last pair were Sperry Topsider brand and I blew the seam out in two years, but they're a good brand too, and lasted. I hope for the price I get as much wear and tear out of my new Le Chameaus whether out on the town or in the sand on the beach!

Just received them, as always awesome fast Zappos shipping. But here is to reflect my utter disappointment in these boots. I was trying not to go with the Hunter hype and also wanted to follow Kate Middleton's brand to be little "cool." Ordered these in size 10, almost sure they would fit. Nope. I am 100% medium width feet, never in my life even tried anything "wide," in these you could clearly see my bunions at first glance. Incidentally, earlier today, I tried a pair of Hunters in size 10 at Nordstrom just to see what my size would have been with that brand. Size 10 in Hunters was perfect, even there was enough room all around for warmer socks. While I had the same skinny jeans on, these boots in size 10, was a lot of work to try to fit in the jeans. You could see the wrinkled jeans underneath the boots, which was also not a problem with Hunters. Total bummer! I really did not want to do Hunters, but these. I may look at the mens versions. Ugh.

These are absolutely beautiful boots. Quality workmanship. The boots shaft is wide but my calf is too wide even for these so I gave them to my daughter as a Christmas gift. Her foot is a size larger than mine and they fit her well so I'd say the sizing runs larger than stated. I really thought my search was over.

Really impressed with this welly boot. The style is great. The calf and ankle are narrower and the boot overall is more refined. They also exceeded my expectations on comfort and I'm ultra particular. They are well worth the money. And Zappos rocks.

I am a dog trainer by profession. It is important for me to have good non-slippery footing and dry feet. I am in awe with these boots! Let me tell you why. Because the upper material is based on natural rubber, these boots are extremely flexible. I actually forgot I was wearing rain boots. Usually most of them are bulky and clunky. The sole is also flexible, has big ridges and really good grip. Even the heel has some shock absorbency. Another benefit of a flexible material is that it accommodates wide feet and socks. I have wide calves and had no problem whatsoever. The lacing allows the shaft to expand a little. It is all one piece so there is a limit to how much it can expand. There are only a couple of things I would love differently. I would prefer the boots to be a little more matte. They are not truly glossy but it makes them look somewhat cheaper, at least in my opinion. I wish there were more colors. I bought blue because black looked even more glossy. Lastly, there are no half sizes. I am a true 6.5 wide. I usually order 7 to 7.5 in standard width. In these boots I am a very comfortable 6. This is the first time ever I ordered anything down. They run very big. As far as durability - I cannot speak for it yet. It has not been long enough but I will try to remember to keep you posted.

These are so cute but really big and the shaft is strange. Unforunately I have to send these back, but they are so cute! Worth a try if you have larger feet.

The great: the rubber quality is superb. I really loved how the boots were flexible from knee to toe, and though I did not keep the boots long enough to see if the rubber split/cracked (nothing sucks more than leaky rain boots) they seemed promising. They're also very lightweight -- a definite plus! The not so great: the sizing! As everyone has mentioned, the boots run large. And I mean Large. I am a true US size 9, so I took the advice of previous reviewers and ordered a size down -- US 8. The boots in the box were labeled as Le Chameau's version of European 39, which technically translates to US 8.5 but the boots felt closer to a US 10. Needless to say, my feet were swimming in these boots; I should have ordered a size 7. The rubber around the calf is exactly 15.5" on a size 8. My calves are exactly 15.5 - so they felt snug, but comfortable enough. I didn't exchange the boots for a smaller foot size figuring the calf size would be in turn, be smaller and too constricting. My sizing advice is to order two sizes down and be wary of the calf sizing. If you're on the slim side, they'll be super cute and comfy. If you have like, average calves, you'll probably find them too tight - you definitely won't be able to tuck in pants/jeans.

Very high quality, excellent fit. I've only had them a couple of months but I can tell they'll be around for many years. Only complaint is the price -- wish they were more affordable. I guess I can justify it as a 10-year investment? Whatever the price, though, they are the best boot out there.

These are great rainboots and a fantasic alternative to Hunters. I tried on both, the Hunters are about a pound heavier and look bulky in comparison. These are made of natural rubber, which I liked, and they feel stylist yet authentic. Sizing is the big pain. I normally wear a 9 or 9 and a half and I was confused about what size to order. I ordered the 9 and was swimming in boot. I returned them for the size 8 and these fit perfectly. Go a size down, for sure. Overall, I'm very happy I invested in a quality pair of rainboots. We just went through Hurricane Sandy and my feet stayed dry and attractive.

I'm normally a 7.5 US and thankfully ordered down to a 7 because anything bigger would have been far too big. I agree with another review that stated these can be difficult to get off - unlike my Hunters. What you gain with this boot, however, is a slightly more fitted look and so far it definitely feels a bit warmer. Similar height to the Hunter but perhaps a tad shorter. Much better arch support than Hunter. I was a bit disappointed with the floppiness of this boot, particularly in the ankle area but since this is my first experience with the brand, I cannot compare to the other styles they offer such as Chasseur or All Tracks!