Customer Reviews Bostonian Akron
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62%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
89%"Felt true to size"
91%"Felt true to width"
66%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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i am just out of law school, dad and i both bought a pair to wear with our suits. they look great. we were in court all morning. with a lot of standing, back at office in afternoon during confrence call, dad knew that my feet must be hurting because his was. he was usually ok standing all day, he pulled my shoes and missaged my feet, i think i am goig to go to rockport.
K. H, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I have purchased this shoe for many years and been very happy. The latest purchase I was very disappointed. Where the shoe bent, the finish bubbled and actually peeled off. Maybe they are manufacturing them in a different location where quality is lacking... I had to return these this time. At this point I would not recommend them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Fit was fine and shoe looks great, but I experienced two areas of discomfort similar to other negative comments caused me to return: 1. Shoe is cut too high at front of ankle; felt this especially when standing. 2. Toe area seam is too rigid, cutting into top of foot where toes bend.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Not very comfortable. Neither the description above nor the reviews on this page are clear that these shoes are made of patent leather. If you're not familiar with what that is, it's leather that is finished so it has a permanent glossy look to it. It makes caring for the shoe easy, but leaves a cheap and stiff feel to the shoe. These shoes look fine, and in fact I've gotten a few complements on them. The problem is that they're not breathable at all, and the heel and sole are unnecessarily loud when not walking on carpet. Also, they take a long time to break in.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Great looks, low on comfort -
These shoes look great, but after wearing them in an office setting for a few weeks my heels were killing me. They also did not offer much arch support. I still wear them on occasion though.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
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Shoe is not as comfortable as I had hoped. Not at all true to size. Right shoe feels tighter than the left. Would think long and hard before I order this shoe again BUT must say that Zappos is great. Service is great and selection is excellent.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Hard shoe -
Wow is this shoe hard to break in. I found this shoe to be higher than most at the ankle. Because the leather is stiff, it is often painful to walk. I have been wearing the shoes for a while to break them in, but this isn't easy because the leather is just really hard. They just don't soften and get comfortable like most shoes. The shoe also seems to come in a little small compared to most other brands.
I'd also recommend:
Rockport
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
These shoes look great! However, after wearing them to work for several days my feet are killing me. 'Can't wait to get them off! They're not for anyone who has to be on their feet all day. Maybe for meetings or church.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Look good - too long for break-in. I'm pleased with the look - they shine well, and I've received compliments. Unfortunately, I thought they would be like other Bostonians I've purchased and break in quickly. I made the mistake of wearing them on a trip and raised blisters on my heels. Now that I've worn them consistently for six weeks, they are broken in and comfortable.
John B, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
They look great, don't they?
I've had these pair of shoes for almost two months and they're really great looking. But, after a whole day of wearing them, my feet ache.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Unfortunately, after years of good experiences with Bostonian shoes, this particular pair was awful. After only one day of wear, the thin, black skin of the leather began flaking off where the shoe bends at the toe when walking. The shoes looked horrible by lunch time the first day I wore them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Shoes are a little narrow in fit. Have worn 3 times and still get blisters on both heels. Good looking traditional dress shoe but not comfortable. Second pair of Bostonian, first pair was uncomfortable.
I'd also recommend:
Florsheim
Gary B, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Poorly made -
These shoes aren't very well made. The tongue is barely stitched on, so that it slides to one side as you wear it. Also, the heel counter is poorly shaped, so your heel slips upward on every stride. Inexpensive, but not a very good shoe, overall.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
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I wore these shoes once and after 6 hours of wear I noticed were the shoe bends at the shoe a "bubbling". When I looked closer and went to rub the shoe the actual finish slipped right off the shoe leaving a bare spot. The left shoe was uncomfortable, it was cutting into my ankle bone.
John, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Style2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Cheap leather upper creased across the toe almost immediately. Within 6 months it was cracking and flaking despite never getting wet, wearing at most every other day, using cedar shoe trees when not wearing, and careful cleaning and shines every other week. Thin, cheap leather sole showed significant wear after a year, was worn through within 18 months. I see they are now using a plastic sole that looks like leather. No idea if that will last any longer, but be aware Bostonian no longer uses real leather soles. Toebox upper is too wide and loose relative to the sole. Felt like my foot was overhanging the sole, but the next size wider had too tight upper and ridiculously wide sole. I strongly recommend stretching your budget to around one hundred fifty dollars and getting something from Florsheim or Johnston & Murphy.
I'd also recommend:
Florsheim, Johnston & Murphy
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
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Loved these so much I'm about to order a replacement pair.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Yes I love the shoes I just ordered from Zappos Bostonian Akron these shoes are so comfortable feels like I''m walking with socks on that's how nice they are glad I brought them.
LMr. L, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Love these shoes. I was a little skeptical when I first received them (because the color was a little more red than I thought I wanted), but after wearing them and breaking them in I started to like the color more and more. These are my first pair of shoes from this brand and they fit great! And as usual had no problem with the shipping and customer service from Zappos.
I'd also recommend:
Cole Haan
Kurt, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Been using Zappos for 4-5 years and Excellent Zappos' Customer Service once again. Always amazed that the shoes can be delivered the next day from when I order them.
KDS, Zappos Customer,
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Great looking shoe that is also functional. The soles have great traction and they are very comfortable, even for someone like me who has very flat feet.
Matt, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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This shoe is one of my husband's go to shoes. He loves it and I know exactly what size to get because it fits so well for him.
Birdie, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I purchased these shoes at another vendor in the past but they're no longer available from that vendor. Zappos came through. Got what I needed at a good price with no hassles. Thanks!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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These are very nice shoes. They have a good contermporary professional look and quality construction. The leather soles give them a quality look but they can be a little slippery in winter. Comfort is reasonable for dress shoes.
Norm I, Zappos Customer,
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These shoes are actually much sexier than they look in this picture. For this reason, I am very fond of them. I wear them with everything from a full suit to grey skinny jeans. I actually bought my pair about four years ago, and unfortunately, they spent most of that time sitting in my closet, because I found they pinched my toes after the first full day of wearing them. They are definitely a bit narrower in the toes than I would like. However, I recently discovered that there is a whole industry dedicated to stretching leather shoes; I stretched out the toe area, and now I absolutely love them. If you know you are at risk for a bit of pinch in the toes, I would probably avoid them. Otherwise, I recommend them unconditionally. They are beautiful shoes.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I've had a pair of these shoes since 2006. They just now wore out after constant wear (5 days a week at least) for work/funerals/weddings. I'm sad to see them go, but I immediately looked up where they were so I could replace them with the same pair. Nunn Bush has impressed me with quality and comfort, and I plan to be a customer for some time.
Eric H, Zappos Customer,
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