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"Felt true to width". - 86% of Fit Survey Respondents said this shoe had
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 Customer Rating/Review
Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Number of reviews: 33
Average customer ratings:
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 2008-09-27 10:20:10 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from Virginia
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Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
I love this boot, not only is it comfortable but it is a gorgeous shoe. In my opinion the craftsmanship in this boot is outstanding. This boot allows you to fold the top down for a different look. I only wish I could afford to buy another pair in black.
 2008-08-23 08:30:46 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
Dea
from Chicago
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Very versatile and feminine...
Love these boots! Got the "grey" ~ do note that its color is actually a gradation of a weathered light to medium brown... great to wear with different shades of brown! Love the camel inner leather lining too, which can be exposed by folding the flap down... would go well with naturals & camels too! Very casual, versatile, and definitely feminine...
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Frye, Ugg, Born, Corso Como, Modern Vintage..
 2008-08-22 08:46:00 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
Melissa
from San Francisco, CA
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BEST EVER -
5 stars across the board for the BEST BOOTS EVER. FIT to normal size, and SNAZZ-A-RAMA! BEST EVER and this is at least my 5th pair of Frye's in 10 years. FAVORITE!
 2008-08-19 15:16:03 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from NJ
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FABULOUS -
Love these boots... they are absolutely gorgeous. I have never had a pair of boots of such obvious quality! I have a wide foot & wear a 7 1/2 or 8... the 8 is perfect. The 7 1/2 was a bit snug with a thin sock on. The top where you slip your foot in is wide, but jeans still fit over it. The color is more olive/brown than grey, but it is a beautiful color. These are definitely worth the price!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Donald J Pliner
 2008-08-06 18:44:57 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
Gm
from NJ
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Look: Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Great shoes, excellent customer service -
I ordered these Frye boots yesterday afternoon and received them today! How great is that! These shoes are very comfortable. It is easy to slip them on and off. They seem to run a little bigger, but I like comfortable shoes, so it's not a problem. The color is gorgeous, a very natural olive-brown, not gray as said, but it looks great. I am so happy about this purchase. Zappos is the best place to buy shoes.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: MIA shoes
 2008-07-30 12:16:10 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from New York
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My new favorite boots -
I absolutely love these boots. I was not sure how comfortable they would be since I do not normally wear heels, but these feel great. I can walk around all day in them without any problems. I am used to wearing flats only, but this heel is the perfect height and very sturdy. These boots look great under boot cut jeans, but I prefer to wear them with skinny jeans or leggings tucked in to show off the cute buckles! They are more versatile than I had anticipated and the short length is a nice change of pace from the tall boots I normally wear. I found these to be pretty true to size. I normally wear a 7.5 or 8 and I chose the 7.5. It fits perfectly so I would size down if you are between sizes. This boot looks and feels great. I can't recommend it enough!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Frye, Birks, Reef
 2008-07-30 06:21:47 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from Portland, OR
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I absolutely LOVE these boots! They're flirty and fun and super comfortable and they fit any calf size. They are a little tight in the instep, but feel like they'll break in just fine. I highly recommend these, especially to anyone who has a hard time fitting a wider calf.
 2008-07-24 05:45:44 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
Diana
from New York
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Frye Carmen 8L Shortie boot -
Just got boots. Love them. Although the color is a brownish green, not grey. Ordered my true size of 9 and they fit like a glove. This is my third pair of Frye's and I love them!!!! Also I received them the next day. Great service. Thanks.
 2008-07-17 15:28:31 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
Claudia
from Richmond, VA
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Look: Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Best EVER boots!
I have 4 other pair of Frye boots and I love them all, but these are the most comfortable and cutest looking of them all. For me, there was no break-in period, they were comfortable from the first day, and I wore them all day, with no socks. I did order a half size up and I'm glad I did. I would buy these again in a heartbeat.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Dansko, Sofft
 2008-07-16 10:06:58 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
Frye L
from Philadelphia
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Comfort:
Look: Shoe Size: Felt a half size larger than marked Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
I love Zappos as much as my Frye boots!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If ALL internet purchases were as AMAZING as Zappos...I'd be the happiest camper ever! I ordered these boots last night at 9pm Eastern Time and I got them the NEXT day before noon!!!!! WOW!!! That is impressive!! The boots are BEAUTIFUL!! I own 5 pairs of Frye boots and they always run One size big for me. I am a true 7 1/2 and I always have to get a 7 in Frye. These particular boots are gorgeous and can be worn with anything from skinny jeans to your favorite sundress. I got the grey color. However, they are more of an olivey brown...still hot!! Long live Frye boots and Zappos!!!!!!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: any frye boot!!!
 2008-06-10 07:02:27 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from Ohio
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Yes, buy them. You won't regret it.
If you like Frye boots, then you need no convincing. These boots are the usual Frye superb quality. Beautiful stitching, nice wood heel, gorgeous shape, high-quality leather, SO comfortable, they take around 2 days to break in, but when you're breaking them in, they're not that uncomfortable, and you'll be getting too many compliments on them that you won't care. After you break them in, they will be, like all Frye boots, your most comfortable shoes. I think the brown looks especially good in the summer, when you can't wear sandals, like at work. They're slightly western, but not in a "I like to pretend I'm from Texas" sort of way. More like a "Yeah, that's right. My boots are awesome and you're jealous" sort of way.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Frye, Lucchese
 2008-05-29 15:27:16 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
Julia Tritz
from Chicago, IL
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I love these boots. I have been thinking about getting Frye boots for ages and I also wanted some Western style boots that are really plain and traditional. No pointy toes or lizard skin for me, thanks. These boots fit the bill perfectly. The quality is what I would expect and really worth every penny of the price. Frye boots tend to run big in my estimation. I normally wear a size 9 (and occasionally even a 9.5), but got these in an 8.5 because I knew that they would stretch. They require breaking in, but are really amazingly comfortable once that happens. I am not a fan of the Frye boots and will definitely buy more!
 2008-05-29 07:25:35 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from Houston, Texas
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Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Glad I waited.
Love 'em. A little tight since I have a really high arch, but they're breaking in beautifully. I get comments on them all the time, its great!
 2008-03-20 13:37:11 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from San Mateo, CA
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Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
I love my Fryes!
These boots look great and are very comfortable.
After being in a cast for 8 weeks with a broken foot, it was hard to get back to normal shoes. These boots are a little stiff when putting on but they are extremely comfortable.
 2008-03-20 08:16:47 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from New York
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Sturdy and stylish -
After breaking in (approx 1 week), the boots are comfy and practical. Great height and balance without feeling like heels (I am used to flat flats only). Great with dresses and under or over jeans. A great everyday boot which will last. Looks tough, but with style.
 2008-03-16 09:59:15 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from NYC
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Good Shoe -
These boots are super cute. I was unsure of how comfortable they would be when I first put them on because my heel came up a little when I walked, but then I realized that is part of the design...because they are such solid shoes.
If you plan to do a lot of walking you should put a little gel insert on the ball of the foot and that makes it quite comfy. They make a little bit of noise when you walk due to the hardness of the shoe, but not an annoying "clip clop"...more like an audible soft "thud".
They look hot with a skirt and with fitted pants tucked into the boot. I got the mushroomy color and I think its pretty versatile.
Overall, I am happy with my purchase and they are a great addition to my collection.
 2008-02-22 13:48:11 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
Lanae R
from San Francisco, California
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Love them!
First off this boot in an 8.5 in this color was sold out everywhere...not at Zappos! I ordered them at noon and got them just before noon the next day. Now for the shoes...they rock! I can run around in them all day...though they are a little slippery when it's wet out. I did have to squeeze my right foot in just at the heel the first five or so times I wore them...I should have just picked up a shoe horn but never got around to it! They are good to go now and I fear I'm hooked on Frye shoes...expensive habit...oops!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Just about any Frye boot or shoe...Natural Comfort shoes are nice too!
 2008-02-02 11:14:59 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
Flamingo_pants
from San Francisco, CA
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Look: Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
BEST FOR WIDE CALF!!!
Oh my gosh!!! These boots are amazing, my calf is like 16" and I can't fit in anything thats too high up. This boot gives me the choice to show the shaft (I normally hide the shaft because Im unable to zip it all up) and with that extra cute buckle detail, I feel like a movie star. Although the shaft is short, but for people with wide calf, you should invest in these boots!!! They feel a lil narrow for my feet because mine are pretty wide, but I believe it will expand after wearing them for a while. It goes so nicely with shorts and jeans, just love it. Giving it a five star is not even enough.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: I love Puma and Fryes.
 2008-01-24 22:42:02 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from GEORGIA
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This boot is simply the best! It looks great with dresses, skirts, jeans, whatever! You can dress it up or down. It's a must for your shoe collection if you like to be cute and sassy!! I bought it in cognac and it's an amazing color.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Jessica Simpson, NaNa, BCBG, Charles David, Boutique 9
 2008-01-23 13:48:55 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from Bergen County, NJ
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Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Comfy and cool Carmens!
After the disappointment from the Campus boot, the Carmen has the perfect heel height for me, provides arch support which affects my instep comfort and looks great worn under and over jeans, plus skirts! They are absolutely the coolest boots around-even on the East Coast!
 2008-01-15 21:18:23 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from Seattle, WA
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Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Overall the boot is stylish. Returned because it was not gray or mushroom (as another review put it). The color is definitely a light brown. I also did not like how the boot made my legs look. They hit at the wrong spot on my athletic (larger) calves. Buckle is a fun touch!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Frye Veronica Slouch and Earth Shoes
 2008-01-10 10:06:30 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from Seattle
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Too small -
I love the boots however they are too narrow for my foot. It looks like you don't offer any other widths so I'm going to have to return them. I'm bummed because they are beautiful!
 2008-01-08 16:08:59 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
Melissa
from New York
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Beautiful!
I am in love with Fryes! I bought these in grey, which is more accurately a mushroom color--very neutral. Great fit, although I probably could have gone a half-size smaller...I figure I'll wear them with thicker socks. Extremely comfortable and I love the back strap. I bought the taller version of this boot in brick too, and I absolutely love those as well. I cannot stress enough what stylish and well-made boots these are!
 2008-01-04 22:41:50 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
from Florida
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Look: Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Width: Felt true to width Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Love them!
I wanted boots that looked somewhat like cowboy boots, but not with a tall shaft and not too much "flair." These are perfect. I wore them for the first time today, and the fit is snug, but I'm sure they will get more comfortable after I break them in.
 2007-12-17 12:34:06 Frye Carmen 8L Shortie
Reviewer:
Anonymous
from Howell, Michigan
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Happy Feet -
These boots are the best. They are comfortable, well-made, pretty, and just plain cute. I love them and would recommend them to everyone.
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