I love these boots. I was in the hunt for caramel colored riding boots and these were absolutely perfect. I wrestled with purchasing these boots for months because they definitely are not cheap. However, I decided to go for it since I couldn't find anything else that compared and I knew it would be an investment. While it is expensive you get what you pay for the leather is really great quality. It's a little awkward to walk in them once you get them (especially on carpet) but after you break them in they are fine. The only other slightly negative aspect is that they do not provide the best support, but it's not terrible and I don't regret buy them because of it!

Whenever I'm in need of new boots, Frye is my go-to brand. The leather always holds up extraordinarily and the look of the boot is just flawless. I sort of purchased the Melissa Gore Zip boots on a whim, and I am beyond pleased with my decision. While I'll admit that leather boots are always a bit tough to break in at first, the second time I slipped these on, I felt as if they were already broken in and fit like a glove. If you're on the fence about purchasing these, whether you presume the issue to be the price or the style, I would recommend to just go with your instinct and purchase them! As always, a wonderful boot from Frye.

I agree with everyone that said if you are on the fence because of the price...just buy them! They are even more beautiful than the pictures, a true classic boot. My calves are quite large for most Frye boots (15 inches), so the stretch panels on these boots are a dream. They become easier to zip on and off every time I wear them now. Tip: I did much research on Fryes before buying. It is an investment, you will have these forever if you care for them properly. The proper fit for new Frye boots should be quite snug around the front of the foot, and your heel should slip a bit when you walk. The leather is quite supple so once you break them in (I hear this can take quite a while! Be patient) the boot will fit comfortably and the heel will stop slipping. You will also probably wear 1/2 to a whole size down from your normal size. If they fit comfortably from the get go, they are too big. A cobbler can stretch them further if you need, but once they are too big and stretched out, you can't fix that. Also, make sure to get the Frye weatherproof dressing and apply one or two coats before wearing them outside. It darkens the leather slightly, but in a good way. The last thing I have to say is the bottom of these particular boots is slippery on carpets! They will be slippy and slidy when you are trying them for fit, but once you wear them on pavement, it will rough up the bottom and this will go away.

I love these boots! Got them last year for Christmas in the brown color and am coming back for the black. So comfortable and got many compliments on them. Very rich looking!

This is a nice boot. The zipper should have been more to the heel side it was too visible for my liking

Light weight, well-designed & constructed, & perfect as a man bag to carry my kindle, phone, wallet, & other misc items that would otherwise fill my pockets. Not large enough for a small laptop, for which I would use a messenger bag. I ordered without monogram in case I would want to return it. Later, I got free monogram at a Tumi shop at our local mall.