Customer Reviews Frye Campus 14L

I am 5'1" and always have a hard time finding boots that will fit. These boots hit at the right spot! Usually boots make me look even shorter but these boots have the right shaft size for petite woman. I would definitely recommend these boots for women on the smaller side. The quality of the boot is outstanding. They are a little tight around my calf. However, I am able to wear my skinny jeans with them and I think they will also loosen up a bit. The dark brown color is beautiful.

I bought these boots in Saddle and instantly fell in love with them the moment I opened the box. The color looks even better in person, they are incredibly well-made and very comfortable in the foot bed. My problem with them is the boot shaft. I am not a large person, but I could barely manage to shove my calves in them! I called the Frye company to ask if this could have been just a fluke or if it's just the style of this particular boot. They suggested I have them stretched out a bit by a cobbler, so that's what I'm going to do. They're just too beautiful to send back!

I ordered these because the reviews said the calves were narrow, and I have skinny legs. The reviews were spot-on, these do not flare or gape at the top at all, but there is still room for jeans. I did not keep them because there is a lot of bunching at the ankle. They fit a bit like rain boots, with no real shape to them. I think I need boots with zippers.

This is my 6th pair of Frye boots; unfortunately, the least comfortable. They are very stiff (granted, they need breaking in) and run narrow for me. Also, the grain is different for each boot so one looks a bit darker. Still, I love this boot! My calves are not big and this boot fits them perfectly. I will be wearing these with dresses and jeans, tucked in or out.

I measure between a size 6 and a size 6.5. After two pregnancies, my foot has spread a bit, and now I more often wear a 6.5 or even a 7 sometimes. I tried these shoes in a size 7 first. They swamped me. So I then went for the six. I thought they would be OK because leather stretches, but they are tight in the toe-box for me. The leather is very thick and hard. Breaking these in will take a while. I may take them to a cobbler to stretch them for me. These are very beautiful boots. The craftsmanship is perfect. I continue to wear them at least 3 times a week despite the pinching because they are so gorgeous. Also, I have plantar fascitis (fallen arches) and these shoes hold my feet together and despite a sore little toe, the bottoms of my feet feel very good at the end of the day and the next morning, unlike the days when I wear "comfortable" shoes, like tennis shoes or fitflops. I think the arch support is excellent even without an insert.

I ordered the Banana leather, and they are really beautiful. They run large - I ordered a half size smaller than I usually wear. No arch support means they are uncomfortable to wear when you’re on your feet all day, but I think an insole would help. The leather is stiff and so I think they will take awhile to break in, but I love them anyway.

I've wanted a pair of these for 10 years. I finally splurged and bought them. I am a size 7 and got a 7. The 6 1/2 I couldn't even slip my heel into. So despite the reviews saying they run large, I found that they are true to a perfect size 7. My main complaint is the calf width. I am a 5'4" skinny woman with what I thought was slim calves. Much to my horror (did I suddenly get fat calves?) and surprise the calves are very tight. I will only be able to wear thin socks or tights with these. Anything else will not fit. I will keep them because I love the look. I just hope that they will stretch a bit. The leather is very, very stiff so they will need a lot of breaking in. Here's hoping they will last a lifetime and break in beautifully! Plus, they are made in the USA! I will always support products made in USA!

Cool, classic boots - OK, I love these boots. I would have given 5 stars across the board, but the calf is a bit snug and I'd like them to be about an inch taller. These were comfortable from the first wear for me. I have an average width foot. I've worn them almost daily for two weeks now, and I only noticed yesterday a little pinching in the right small toe, but today, no problem. I think it has to do with the sock I wore. I am sort of short (5'3 3/4") and a runner, so my calves just fit in the 15" calf area. Actually really perfect on the left leg, but a bit snug on my right. This part of the boot cannot be stretched by the little old Italian shoe-repair-guy (so he said.) He also said that it will give a little with wear, but not a lot because it is leather with leather lining (double layer). None-the-less, I wear them. I love them. Mostly with skirts/tights and jeans. They are classic and appear to be super durable. Oh, yeh, I ordered a 6.5 and that is perfect. I usually wear a 7, like in the Frye Harness boots which I also love.

Great quality but not for me - I got a Sunrise color, which out of the box looks very orange, like cheese puffs. Maybe banana would have been better. Very well-constructed, all-leather sole and all, so I can see it lasting forever. But I have a slightly wide foot and the toe box pinches my small toe. I think it'll be too painful to break this in. It wasn't love at 1st sight, so I don't want to deal with any pain. I am petite, size 5.5, and this seemed to be a bit much, with the orange color & thick clunky style. Wouldn't recommend for wide feet. If you are petite, maybe the other colors would be better.

Fit across toe area is tight/careful choosing colors - I got the Frye Campus 14L boots about 2 mos. ago. I ordered the saddle color. I did not like the color as it was too orange for my taste. It is hard to judge the colors on the website. But since Zappos has THE best return policy- it's not a big deal. I sent it back (for free!) & reordered the same boots in dark brown. I received them the next day & I really like this color better. It is much more versatile. I think they are great, classic, casual boots that I will keep for years. Love the look. They do not have great arch support and are very narrow across the toe area. Hopefully they will stretch. I have a narrow small foot (size 6 to 6.5) and they are very tight in the width. I ordered a 6 and the length is fine. If you have a wide foot- I would not suggest this boot for you. Zappos is the best online company. Great service- fast & free- no hassles. Can you ask for more than that?

Great Boots - I just received my Frye Campus 14L boots. They are really comfortable little disappointed about the color. I ordered them in Saddle and expected them to be a little darker then they were. I ordered them in an 8.5 and I'm usually a 9 and they fit well. A little big in the heel part but overall, they fit great.

Not for me - The boot was made well, but was too chunky for me. It felt clunky and heavy. I have the harness 14l and love it, but this is not feminine on my big feet and thick calves.

Almost perfect... These are beautiful boots that I have coveted for at least two years... they are taking a while to break in, however. The advice to buy a half-size down was good, but the toe box is fairly narrow. My foot is already a bit narrow and I'm still getting a bit squeezed in the right foot. I think it will loosen up, as the left foot feels perfect as is. The boots are fantastic looking - gorgeous leather - and the stacked heel is a sight to behold. I know these boots will be my faves for many years to come!

I love these boots, they are just so stylish and go with everything. They are pretty comfortable but it took 3 attempts to find a pair that matched in both size and colouring, maybe because they are handmade. Only complaints are one of them seems to let water in and the demin from jeans seems to wear off on them, making them a bit grubby. I intend to buy another pair for sure. Finally I must comment on Zappos Customer service - it's by far the best I have experienced, the Americans could really teach us Brits a few things !!!