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| 81% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to size"
83% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
85% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Moderate arch support"
Customer Rating/Review
David Tate Formula
Number of reviews: 71
Average customer ratings:
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2009-04-09 11:49:06 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
colie j
from Lynchburg, VA
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Here's the real deal! No problems fitting the calf area-GREAT for that! They will easily fit a larger calf. Ordering WW will increase the size of the calf as well. (IF you think you might need the extra room...but still they are generous.)These great boots do run smaller in width than stated. Order a width larger than normal. They are also a half size too big, but since there is no arch support and no cushion on the inside of the boot, you will want to order at least your normal size! This way you can add a nice insole to cushion your feet. Ordering a half size up might not be a bad idea either, if you plan on wearing them for standing or walking a lot. Your foot will slide towards the top of the boot, and if you have a wide width at the top of your feet this will be uncomfortable. I am working it out, wearing them anyway to try to break in the leather. I ordered a half size smaller than my average size because I read the reviews about the size running large. Now, I can not fit a good insole (with arch support) into the boots. But I have put a padded insole in (the slimest they have) to cushion the ball of my feet. If I don't have that padding it feels like the ball of my foot is being rubbed raw! My normal size isn't available in black so I'm sticking with it. I'll deal with the scrunched toes, as it's not too awful. (Good thing I didn't order a full size down though...wished I had been able to order my standard size or half size up for myself.) My experience with rubber soles is that they wear out quickly. So, I purchased some non-skid pads for a few bucks at a local CVS. Even though the soles are non-skid, I know I will wear out the balls of the sole fast since I'll wear them all the time! This non-skid, self-adhesive, pad is just right to prolong the life of the sole. Cheap and easily replaceable, while minimizing wear on the sole AND provides more barrier between your feet and the ground. Great leather...I do suggest treating them with mink oil before wearing to help soften and waterproof them. It also helps with the ease of using the zipper. The ankle area is a bit loose and the boots do end up coming down a bit. Almost like a slouch boot, though not quite. I don't find this uncomfortable or unattractive in respect to the shaft or foot. Sexy sexy boots...that's why I'm holding onto what I've got!
2009-04-07 14:22:30 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Charis
from Santa Barbara, CA
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
They fit!
Bought these in the midst of a search for knee-high boots for a costume and in a jumble of different brands and sizes, these were the best. They fit splendidly around my too-wide calves and I'm short enough that they come almost to the knee. They do feel a little large to size and I've got that same problem with the wriggle-room in the ankle some folks have mentioned. Other than that, the only real complaint I've got is that those back laces like to come untied. Still, they're comfy, versatile, and pretty cute as well!
2009-04-04 09:27:54 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Washington DC
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
They fit, but they are not comfortable.
I wore these boots for the first time last night. I was thrilled that they zipped up over my 19" calves. However, after walking 3/4 of a mile in them, the balls of my feet were aching. There is no cushioning in these boots at all and the soles should have a much thicker rubber on the bottom. I normally wear a size 10, but ordered a 9.5 based on the reviews that the boot runs large. My toes touch the end of the boot. I should have ordered a 10 and added a cushioning insole.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Ugg (shoes and short boots with the poron insole)
2009-03-20 08:27:37 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Nebraska
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Look great; feel great.
Boots fit true to size. The lacing on back adds a lot to the boot; very comfortable.
2009-03-19 06:08:08 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Chicago, Illinois
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt wider than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Tate Formula lace boot -
This is a just for fun boot. It really isn't meant for a Chicago winter of slush, salt, ice, and snow, but it makes an outfit look absolutely adorable and does protect against taxi splash. If you have larger legs, this boot is for you. The leg width measurements are perhaps an 1/8" generous, but the foot width is about a full size larger.
2009-03-11 13:40:48 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Sherry
from Zephyrhills, FL
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Nice Boot -
I wish the boots were about an inch taller, but that's only because I'm tall. Nice looking boot, which is hard to find in a flatter heel. The lacing makes the fit on the calves easy to adjust.
2009-01-16 20:36:56 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Washington DC
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Comfort and warmth -
I am SO GLAD I got these right before the big freeze! And thank you Zappos for carrying a wide range of wide-calf boots. I got the Wide for my 18.5 calves because I don't want my feet to be swimming in a WW, and they fit really nicely. I wish the shaft can be a bit higher and the ankle more shapely/narrow, but really can't complain because they are so comfortable. I just want to say that I was very hesitant to buy these boots at first because I've never found boots that fit me, but I trust Zappos' awesome return policy so I went ahead and ordered it. So glad I did!
2009-01-12 15:23:03 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
G.c.
from Oregon
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Sad 'no' Go -
Nice look to shoe, on recommendations of a shoe store friend I ordered a wider width than my normal in other brands like Softspots. Was told this brand can be irregular??? Still fit was narrow, and shoe seemed 1/2 size short.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Well so far the Softspots brand has been fitting me well in many styles. Wish they made a tall E-W calf boot.
2009-01-10 06:06:19 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Tulsa Oklahoma
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Finally a Boot that fits.
Beautiful - An excellent looking and fitting boot. The boots are well made and fit perfectly. They look great and one would never know they are for "wide calves". The leather is high quality and the back lacing is stylish.
2009-01-06 09:53:59 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Marron
from Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Great boot for fat calves...
As my brother used to say about chubby women's legs: "a cowboy's dream, fat calves..." Never thought I would be there, but I am. The boots were a little loose in the 19" calves, but fit perfectly in the foot. The reason I gave the "look" 3 stars is when I took the boot off, it looked like Santa had left his footwear behind (that is my size's fault, not the design). The boot is well made and well worth the money.
2008-12-31 07:35:51 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Cindy Young
from Prescott Valley, Az.
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
This shoe ran VERY narrow. After reading the reviews I ordered it extra wide (EE) and there was still no way I was going to fit my orthotic in there.
2008-11-21 12:52:57 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Bex
from Silicon Valley
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Like a pair of corsets for your legs -
After reading other reviews of this boot, I was worried that the wide I ordered wouldn't be wide enough in the foot, and possibly give me blisters at the ankle (where I get blisters from my Doc Martens). But if anything, these boots are too wide. My foot has plenty of room, and I've even put a pair of supportive insoles in them. I have no problems with the zipper, and the ankle is flexible, but not slouchy, at least on my thick ankles. If you are blessed with slender ankles, these boots won't show them off to best advantage.
My foot slips forward a little and bumps my toe against the front of the boot, which is the only reason these don't get 5 stars all around.
2008-11-18 09:24:10 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Margie
from Pittsburgh, PA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
David Tate Formula -
Returned this item. Zipper is very difficult to pull up and too close to the leather - so it gets stuck - but a beautifully well made boot.
2008-11-16 19:58:05 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Washington State
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Nice boots.
I haven't been able to have tall boots for quite a few years due to my big ankles and legs. I bought these a full size larger than usual so I could wear heavy socks with them. I also took them to a shoe repair shop and had a new tongue put in that was wider than the one it came with because I really needed the laces to be looser than they are at their largest. I love them. They are very comfortable to walk in. Like some of the others, the scrunched ankle rubbed and bruised my ankle area, but it was worth it to be able to wear boots in the winter again. Overall, love 'em.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Ros Hammerson WW shoes
2008-11-08 14:38:28 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Laura I
from Bend Oregon
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Great boots!
Stylish, comfortable, great boot for good or inclimate weather. I live in snow country, and these give me something "nice" to wear without taking any chances on icy sidewalks.
2008-11-06 06:09:27 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from New York
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Finally - great look and fit!
The boots are well made and fit perfectly. They look great and one would never know they are for "wide calves". The leather is high quality and the back lacing is stylish. Took 4 pairs of boots but finally found the right one!
2008-10-29 06:46:06 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Anonymous
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
A true wide calf boot -
This boot nicely accommodates my large calves. I got a size 10, extra wide width, and they fit my 18" calves on the smallest lace-up setting, and they could get a lot bigger. I do need to wear heavy socks with them, and if a 9 1/2 had been available, that probably would fit better.
2008-10-15 15:08:05 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from San Francisco, California
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Great Value For Happy Feet -
Finally a boot for "shapely" legs. The adjustable back laces and elastic insets all combine for a perfect, comfortable fit. The "box" is deep enough to allow cushioned insoles without pinching pretty toes. New leather is always a bit stiff, so I recommend treating with a leather conditioner like saddle soap or Neet's foot oil to both soften and water-protect the leather.
2008-10-05 06:14:27 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Maria
from Chicago, IL
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Fashionable and Walkable -
These boots fit my size 14 foot perfectly. I road tested the boots and walked 3 miles without any discomfort. They are stylish and will be great for the inclement weather and cold climate where I live. I recommend these boots!
2008-09-30 10:11:39 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Providence, RI
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Nice boot -
It is a riding style, but the ankle is a little too roomy and can bunch up a bit. Otherwise, fits great and looks great. I followed other's advice and bought a wide width, though I am very definitely a medium width, and am glad I did. The medium width would have been far too small.
2008-09-30 09:52:41 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Minneapolis, MN
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Gappy around the ankles -
I have a really hard time finding boots to fit my wide calves and these were the perfect solution. Because of the laces, they can expand even further. The only problem is that the ankle area is quite loose now, so I feel like I can only wear them with long pants.
2008-09-18 05:35:46 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Marni M
from Carol Stream, IL
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Review of fall boots -
The boots are excellent nice soft leather, with a wide calf fit-the first pair of boots I have been able to wear in a long time since gaining some weight. Excellent fit and look.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: the clogs are great too!
2008-09-12 20:37:50 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Lisa
from Pennsylvania
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size larger than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: No arch support
I have large calves and am a true WW. Unlike some of the reviewers on here, I purchased an extra wide in order to fit my foot as well as my calf. It seems that the manufacturer knows that some people will be buying extra wide for their calves only and made them slightly narrower than a true extra wide. Without socks, which I want to wear with boots, they are a little too tight in the width. With socks, my little toe feels like it is going to fall off. Furthermore, they are at least an entire size too large lengthwise. Even with thick socks my foot is slipping up and down in the boot. I'm unsure if I will try them in a smaller size or not. I really need boots and will try several other styles to see if they are more comfortable before deciding on this one. I don't love them, and I expect that if I spend this much money on shoes they should be comfortable and attractive (these are a bit frumpy). Unfortunately, even with Zappos great selection, my options are limited.
2008-08-06 05:32:38 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Northern NJ
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Perfect fit -
Surprisingly comfortable. Generously proportioned as compared to many other brands.
2008-06-11 14:13:36 David Tate Formula
Reviewer:
Melissa
from Washington state
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: No arch support
Disappointing -
I thought it would be great to customize the fit. The cons: 1) The zipper is really stiff. I suspect it will break quickly. 2) The ankle is baggy to the point that its folds rub against my skin. I am aware that the ankle is never a tight fit in boots, but usually the extra material isn't painful.
The pros: 1) Foot was comfortable. 2) It fit my huge calf (17 inches with a size 6 foot - I bought the 6WW). 3) The "tongue" at the back is tacked at the top on one side so it won't fall down which I was afraid it might from reading other reviews.
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