Kristin D

from Hawaii

I am an 8½W. I decided to buy these in an 8½ and see how they fit. They pinched my pinkie toe. Not good. I returned them, ordered the 9. 9 slips a little in the heel, but is a better width for me. The 9 was comfortable right away. The 8½ was not. If you are doubting if you should size up or not them I say yes. These should be comfortable, not pinching toes. I absolutely love the look of these boots. They fit great over or under jeans.

Anonymous

from Los Angeles, CA

I love these boots! They look great with jeans, or with skirts and fun tights or knee socks. They're remarkably comfortable and durable.

Anonymous

I admired these boots for ages before finally taking the plunge and purchasing them last autumn. They are definitely high quality-- the leather is gorgeous and supple, and they look fantastic. However, six months later, ultimately I'm a tad disappointed. First off, as many have noted, they run big. I'm basically always a 9 but took an 8 1/2 in these. Secondly, they're immensely difficult to get on and off. Even after they're broken in, getting your foot into these involves significant struggle and twisting... sometimes I find myself choosing to wear other shoes just because I don't feel like dealing with ten minutes of writhing to get my feet into these! More frustratingly, I'm fairly convinced the heel on my left boot is slightly shorter than the heel on my right boot, which is an aggravating quality control issue. It's not awful, but definitely noticeable, especially when I'm walking on hard surfaces like concrete. The thing that's most kept me from loving these, though, is the rubbing at the heel. Even after breaking them in, I absolutely CANNOT wear these for any length of time without my heels getting rubbed raw... even under socks. This isn't after walking miles, either, but fairly short distances. So, while I love the look of these, after six months I'm just lukewarm on them. Put it this way: when I'm grabbing a pair of boots to wear, these are pretty much the last ones I pick, both because of the struggle of getting them on AND the fact that I know I'll end the day with nasty blisters on my heels.

Anonymous

from Texas

This is my 3rd pair of Frye's, the only boot I'll wear; my first pair is at least ten years old and I wear them daily, working/riding horses, doing the barn chores, and they brush right off to go to work at the office. The Harness 12R's just arrived, way ahead of schedule, fit perfectly right of the box, and are ready to wear all day. For you other Plus size ladies, the size 10 fits my 16.5 inch calf with plenty of room to tuck in my not-so-skinny jeans. Zappos service was excellent as always.

Anonymous

After trying numerous pairs of the Dark Brown Crazy Horse size 6, I finally found the perfect pair for me! There was quite a difference in color between all the boots, but the color of the pair I kept is fabulous - kind of a golden tan with dark variations on the shaft. It also fit best. It was the tightest to get on - I had to use plastic bags to get my narrow feet in - but once on and wearing them for a few hours, the leather stretched and now they fit my feet like a glove. I love wearing them! They are kind of tough, yet kind of sexy! Thanks, Zappos, for fantastic service as usual!

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Anonymous

These are amazing boots. Outstanding quality, comfort and style. I wear them every chance I get and once they are on my feet, I never want to take them off. They are built to last...worth every penny!

Anonymous

Love these boots! First pair of Frye boots and I'm already on the hunt for another pair. The leather is just beautiful and soft. I normally wear a size 7.5 and I ordered a 1/2 down based on reviews (well, I actually ordered the 7 and the 7.5). The reviews were right, 1/2 size down is perfect. They were comfortable from the moment I put them on...might need a little breaking in but nothing that made my feet hurt wearing them for the first time. If you want a pair of fabulous boots, you can't go wrong with a pair of boots from Fyre. :)

Heather

from Indiana

As suggested by several reviewers, I ordered these a half size smaller than what I generally wear. At first it was a tossup. They were a bit pinchy across the ball of the foot, rubbed my pinky toes and heels and hurt—not unbearably, but quite a lot—the first two or three times I wore them, and I considered sending them back for my usual size. I wore them without socks as suggested (there wasn't room for any, anyway), so I'm sure this added to the initial discomfort. Well, I'm glad I hung in there as they now fit like a glove and I can wear thin trouser socks with them. So far, aside from daily workday wear, they have taken me on a window shopping tour of downtown and then out for a night of dinner and dancing and felt fine doing so. If your foot is wide, you may want to go ahead and get your usual size, especially if you don't plan on living in them (like I do) because they won't get broken-in properly. I ordered the black and like them so much I'm considering another color as well—regardless I'm getting another pair of Fryes. The craftsmanship is amazing—nice thick leather that hasn't shown so much as a scuff (and I'm the kind of gal who will trip over lint in the floor) and the rubber soles still look brand new. My only—perhaps minor—complaint is that the inner footbed is lined with some sort of compressed foam (I'm guessing) that feels a bit slippery and unpleasant, but could easily be dealt with by an insert of some sort once the boots are broken-in enough to allow for the space needed to put one in or by wearing socks, of course. Right now it is winter so I am wearing them with boot cut jeans and skinny jeans and they look dynamite either way—I feel like a queen . . . out of my way, minions!—and can't wait to see what they look like in summer with cut-offs. I HIGHLY recommend these and hope you have as much fun with them as I do.

Anonymous

from Rochester, NY

I have been clomping around in these boots for 7 years now since I stealing them out my mom's closet my senior year of high school. I have worn them around museums in New York City, on cobblestone streets in Rome, through slush piles in Rochester, through puddles in Philadelphia, hiking in the Adirondacks, and anywhere else that I might find myself. These are the best shoes I have ever owned. I have no idea what color they were when I first got them, they were a bit more distressed looking, but some coats of brown shoe polish has made them a deep brown color that I don't think I could duplicate if I tried. I have had the heels replaced 4 times, the leather reconditioned, and they still just keep coming back for more. The slight heel makes you feel a little sexy when you are walking around, and adds a barely noticeable boost when I am walking around. For a girl with sever hip problems, the rubber sole and firm footbed is ideal to support my unhappy joints. My biggest problem is that no boot I have ever purchased since finding these has ever compared! Nothing is as comfortable, as durable, or as good-looking as these boots are. They look great with jeans for when I am running errands, they look fabulous with a dress at a bar, and they look funky with a sweater and black pants when I am teaching. I have been trying to buy myself another pair of boots to alternate with these for everyday wear, and have failed. I think I am just going to buy another pair in a different color. I give up. You win, Frye. Nothing out there comes close.

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Anonymous

from Los Angeles, California

I really love these shoes. They are super cute. They do fit a little tight as everyone has been saying, but if I wear thin socks they fit fine. If you like wearing thick socks then get half a size bigger than what you normally get, which is what I'll do for my next pair.

Anonymous

I always order 1/2 size smaller in Frye's like most everyone else & so far that has worked for me with this style & others. I really wanted the Dark Brown Crazy Horse, but the first pair I ordered were noticeably mismatched. I'd expect some variation, but these were different enough to return them reluctantly. However, the color matched the online picture very well. The next 2 pair I ordered didn't look at all like the same color as the first pair - they were darker & duller, a different color altogether, looked more like the Tan than the Dark Brown. Really didn't like them, so back they went, too. Another reviewer also noted the wide variations in this color. I've ordered the Smoke & Chocolate vintage and hopefully one of those will work. The only other comment I'd make is that I wish the shaft was a little narrower for us gals with slim calves - there's quite a gap at the top - which accounts for the 4 stars. Love the style & leather, so hoping I can find a pair that works. Love Zappos too!

Anonymous

from Ohio

I get compliments every time I where these boots. They go well with skinny jeans/cords or tights and a skirt. The square toe allows a wider foot and they are a very versatile "cowboy" boot style; you don't feel like you should be at a hoe-down at all.

Cynthia M

from Newbern, TN

What can I say about a Frye boot? There are no words to describe the look, feel and quality. This is my 3rd pair of Fryes...yes, I am hooked! I had admired these for several months but didn't break down to buy until after Christmas...but so glad I finally did! Took them out of the box, put them on and wore them all day to work. Had tons of compliments. Perfect with skinnies, leggings, dresses, jeans -- your whole wardrobe. Perfect height too. I am 5'2" and a 5.5. true to size. If you are debating on these, get them. You won't be sorry! And with Zappos free shipping and free returns, what have you got to lose? Zappos/Frye perfect combination!

Whitney B

from Raleigh, NC

This is a great work boot or everyday boot. The leather is great quality, it's soft and durable. I want a pair in every color!

Katie

from Chicago

I love these boots but after I had them for just over two years (two years and two months to be exact) the sole of one of them totally cracked in half. I take really good care of my boots (my husband is a veteran, polishes and conditions our boots every Sunday!) and only wear them during the winter, so they still look really new. I contacted the company and sent them photos and they said that it was "normal wear" for the sole to crack in half and they couldn't help me. For me, this cost is too much to spend on something that isn't going to last. Bogus.

Anonymous

Wow! What am I going to do now?! Guess I'm a new Harness 12R gal! Just ordered my first-ever Fryes before Christmas - Paige Stud & Melissa Harness, both size 6, & love them. Thought I'd like to try a shorter boot since I'm petite 5'2". Read lots of the reviews on the Harness 12Rs (there's about 850 which sure says something!), so figured I'd give them a try. I really wanted the Tan Vintage, but it wasn't available so after much deliberation I settled on the Dark Brown Crazy Horse (which is an Old Town Leather - their thickest type leather according to Frye Customer Service) and again size 6, half size smaller than I wear in shoes, as suggested in most of the reviews. They arrived 3 days ago. Size is right & love the color - kind of a golden tan with lots of dark brown variations & some texture on the shaft. Really a sweet tuff chick look! As everyone says, they are very thick leather & very stiff & hard to get on at first, even with my narrow feet. (by contrast the Paige & Melissa Harness are very wonderfully soft, supple) But I used plastic bags & my feet slid right in, wore them around the house like that a few hours & could feel the leather softening some. They are also a little gappy around my calves but I have slim calves about 12"-13", probably couldn't wear them with bare legs, don't know may try it anyway with a skirt or tights or skinnies. The only problem is one boot is dark & the other is noticeably lighter. I called Zappos & they've already shipped me a replacement pair at no extra charge. Zappos is fantastic as usual! In the meantime, the Tan Vintage became available, so I had to order them & they arrived today, thus my dilemma! I like them both! The tan vintage is a little softer leather (my feet slid right in no problem, very comfortable!) & gorgeous color - mixed soft tans, grays, chocolate with a slightly crackled, sparkly texture that is truly beautiful. Don't panic - the sparkly is not bling, more like a very teeny muted understated glittery effect that's way cool! My husband wasn't crazy about the Crazy Horse, but when he saw the Tan Vintage, now he wants a pair! Yahoo! I'm hoping the replacement Crazy Horse pair is okay, 'cause I have a feeling I want to keep both colors even though they're expensive! By the way, I called Frye to find out the difference in the Old Town, Vintage & the Pebbled Full Grain leathers (Zappos doesn't seem to carry the Pebbled, too bad). They told me Old Town is thickest, strongest & rustic, Vintage is thick & distressed, Pebbled Full Grain is softest. Hope that helps, but with Zappos free overnight shipping & returns, you can try several styles, colors and leathers!

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Anonymous

from Virginia

First, kudos to Zappos for their excellent speed and service! These boots are awesome. I have them in the Dark Brown Crazy Horse and the color definitely varies from pair to pair. I usually wear a 7.5 but had to return for a 7 with these. The toe box is a bit tight at first but will stretch after a few wears. It is likely your heel will slip a little, but if they slip too much go a half size smaller. Make no mistake, this is a real boot, the leather is thick and the soles are heavy. They have a tough, kick-a$$ look to them. But they are classic and you will feel confident in them. These boots will get noticed!

Anonymous

from Las Vegas

These are awesome boots! I can wear them all day, and they go great with jeans, skirts, leggings. The 'tan' color is more like a medium chocolate color. The sizing is pretty true to size, I wear 7.5 in all Fryes, and the quality of this boot is great!

Michele L

from Austin, TX

I had been lusting after these boots for years, and I had finally gotten my husband to get me them for Christmas. Yay! Well, when I opened the box, not so yay. One boot was noticeably larger than the other, in several different ways. The right boot was considerably wider across the toe, and the left boot was longer. Poor workmanship for what I had assumed to be a reputable company. Now, I have been wearing a size 10 for years, and these were a size 10, and they were too big. My heel kept slipping up. I knew this would cause a blister, and the left boot was too narrow across the toes due to a bunion surgery I had some years back (and also due to the left boot being narrower), so we sent them back for a 9-1/2. Box #2, size 9-1/2: Tried these on today, and guess what? My heel slips out the back! Now I've started thinking, are these made for men? Because I have quite a bit of room in the toe box also. There is no way I'm going back to a 9. The workmanship on these is better - at least these two are the same size (I'm a Virgo so you bet I inspect everything for symmetry!), but the shafts are not the same height, and inside one of the straps is sewn on crooked and not tacked all the way down. Even if they did fit better and I was to keep them, these things would bother me. Sadly, this pair will be going back too. I was hoping to wear them today to start breaking them in for SXSW (it's an Austin thing), but I guess I will try the Harley-Davidson Hustins that someone here mentioned. Thanks anyway, Zappos!

Mlalonde

I got these boots for a Christmas present and everyone is so jealous. They are comfortable and will last for the long haul. Oh yeah and they are so cute!

Anonymous

from Knoxville, TN

I've been eyeing these for years. I'm normally a 7-7.5 and I ordered the 7.5. My heel does slip somewhat in them as others have mentioned, but it's not uncomfortable. My toes are not crowded and I can wear them all day without a problem. I got my first compliment on them within 4 hours of wearing them outside the house, and have continued to get compliments on them ever since. The boots are wonderfully warm, and versatile with many types of outfits. Expensive but worth the money.

Gloria B

from Pensacola, Fl.

These boots were a disappointment. I had to give them to someone who had thin legs/feet. It took 2 people to help get them off of me!

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