Customer Reviews SOREL Joan of Arctic™ Waterproof
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66%"Felt true to size"
79%"Felt true to width"
79%"Moderate arch support"
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Great but may be too wide for some people. I have a narrow foot but I’m still
Going to keep them.
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Great boot! I ordered a half size up but didn't need to. I returned for the right size.
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After reading tons of reviews I normally wear a 9, I ordered a 9.5 and it fits perfectly. This is my 2nd pair of Sorels, replacing my trusty ones that are just old and tired. These babies got broke in during snowmageddon part two in Wisconsin and I couldn’t be happier. They are NOT hard to get off and on if you loosen the laces ???????
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Unlike others, I had no problems getting these boots on my feet. You have to loosen the laces. They are a little bulky looking but then, they are true snow/winter boots. I found them true to size & very comfy. Plus nice & warm. I always wear a thick wool sock in the winter. I have another pair for 20+years that I use as my "work" boots. These are my "cute" boots if I go shopping, etc.
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I first ordered a size 10 because of many reviewers stating they ordered a size up. I always get a size 9.5 or 10 in my hiking boots for plenty of room for thick socks. I ended up returning the size 10 for a 9.5 and they fit perfectly with plenty of room for thick winter socks. They are very comfortable. My heel doesn't slip at all. Because they have good support and are a little stiff because of it, driving takes a little bit to get used to, but after the first time driving it felt normal for me. I love them! My feet have stayed plenty warm and 100% dry.
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These are so beautiful and well made but it does run a half size too big. A friend of mine has owned a pair for NINE YEARS and while they look well worn they still have plenty of wear left in them. Love these!!
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Perfect for snow days in Montana. I am usually a 7, but got 7 1/2 to wear with wool socks.
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Love these! Beautiful and comfortable. You can wear them without the felt insert but you’ll need thick socks to do so.
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I have been eyeing these boots for some time and finally gifted them to myself for Christmas - and they did not disappoint! I love, love, love these boots!!! They are super comfy, warm and absolutely adorable on!
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I am a 7B and these fit perfect. They are so warm I just wear my regular socks. Use them to take the dogs a walk and for running errands. Comfy for long walks.
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These shoes arrived JUST before the biggest snow storm we've had in Utah in a long long time and I could not be more pleased. They are warm, super cute, and totally waterproof. I've been in snow up to my knees this week and have looked stylish and cool and been warm and dry.
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The boots feel great. Need to return though because one of the grommets where the leather straps over the fur arrived damaged.
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This is a very comfortable, well made, warm boot and I love the style. However, I felt that the toe box was just a tad short (even with a thin sock)! If they were only a tiny bit bigger, I wouldn’t be sending them back. I wish these could break in, but given the fact that these are reinforced rubber soles, I do not want to risk the ever so slight cramped toe room. I normally wear a size 9 and I have read that these run a bit large, which was not the case for me at all. They seem wide enough, although I have a narrow foot- but just weren’t long enough for my comfort. I will consider ordering a half size up. ****The 4 stars for comfort was only to signify the fact that they felt a tiny bit small in the toe box, otherwise these seem very comfortable overall.
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I normally wear a size 8 but after reading the reviews that some said to go up a half or whole size and others said to go down I was apprehensive on what size to get and went with the 8. They were a perfect fit. I have a little “wiggle room” with moderate thick wool sox. Putting them on and taking off is no problem at all. I have them loosely tied so I don’t have to untie them to do either. Wanted a high, but not too high, waterproof functional boot for slushy snow and these are exactly what I needed.
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Very cute and true to size. They were not difficult to put on (loosen the laces), were slightly heavy, not uncomfortable to walk in. 5 stars.
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Great style! A little heavy, but are super warm. Love them!
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These are a true Godsend. The reviews from some of our coldest states were especially helpful in gauging how they would perform in the DC are, so thank you to everyone who sent those! Some things to know about these boots: they feel small if you wear regular socks because your foot slides up to the toe, and your toes will get cold. I tried thick wool socks and solved both issues. The width category is limiting. They are a little wide (to allow for thick socks), but not “wide width”. They are not completely flat inside so they have more than zero arch support, but I would not say moderate (a smidge less). I feel less awkward walking in these than MANY other weather boots I’ve tried, which is helpful. I feel like a Great Dane puppy if I’m not in heels. Added bonus is they do look cute. I did not care about that when I got these, so it was a really pleasant surprise.
Happy shopping!
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I have had a pair of these for many, many years - I would guess 8 to 10 years. They have held up great until this year when the rubber on the back cracked and they no longer keep my feet dry and warm. I might order another pair as I definitely got my wear out of them. One of my feet is size 10 and the other is 9.5. I had size 9 and that was perfect. I definitely recommend them as got my money out of them. The quarry color is pretty. The fur keeps snow out which is a plus. I get lots of compliments on them.
Jules37,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Great pair of boots! Good fit, mobility, and warmth.
Toastyfeet123,
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wish I'd bought them earlier! I could do without the fur, though happy that it's faux. boot is not too heavy, comfortable, warm, and look great ;)
only 2 problems- a bit hard to get them on still, ? need more give at the arch/ankle?
and- the snap pulled off the tab on the outside of one. probably related to the 1st problem and pulling them on. guess I'll just keep them on.
Michigander, Zappos Customer,
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I love these boots! So so so warm and great when the conditions are slippery out. They are so stylish which is always a plus :)
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I have just moved to Milwaukee from Dallas. Though I grew up in Chicago, I haven't lived in a cold climate for 22 years. I have been slowly "gearing up" because I can remember the pain of cold fingers and toes. Well, I have been in Milwaukee for 4 weeks and it has been snowing for 3 of them. Top it off with today's record cold. I cannot believe how comfortable and warm my feet are. I wear these boots every day and have had zero problems with them. I love them. THANK YOU!
ChristineH,
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I read reviews before and after and the some negative points are valid but would not stand in the way of purchse in my opinion.
I think these boots are great!
I happened to buy them not knowing Chicago was going to be hit with another Polar Vortex, so they really came in handy and there is more deep cold and snow ahead:
1. These are big boots, but they are very stabilizing in snow and ice and really grip well on smooth surfaces. (I wear a 10 and when I opened the box I thought they accidentally sent me men shoes, but no).
2. They do require some effort to put on because of the height, extended lacing, and the close ankle fit. To me it's worth the effort.
3. I wore them to drive to local errands, but chose not to for expressway commute (changed to loafers for the drive). They are big and I am cautious on highway. I also stopped wearing open heeled shoes for commute.
4. They are great for walking, almost have a propelling feel to me with the support.
5. They are very attractive and are warm.
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I had been without winter boots for an entire cold season and it absolutely killed my feet. Being a Michigan native, not having snow boots is signing yourself up for ice cold toes and misery. Also, being a college student, I spend/spent a lot of time in my day commuting to and from class in freezing cold weather. Needless to say, it sucked. This year I wanted to buy myself some really nice boots that would actually last multiple years and were as cute as they were functional. Enter the Joan of Arctic boot!
First of all, let me say, I LOVE these boots. They come up most of my calf so they keep my legs as well as my feet warm and cozy whether I wear thin socks or thick ones. I am the type that doesn't avoid the snow when I walk around so the fact that they are waterproof is a huge plus! I am normally a size 8 1/2, but i bought a 9 just to be sure I could double up on socks if I needed to and the boots do seem to run true to size.
If you're still considering buying these boots, I would highly suggest it! I love them and they definitely do their job!
Zoemonster,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I had been without winter boots for an entire cold season and it absolutely killed my feet. Being a Michigan native, not having snow boots is signing yourself up for ice cold toes and misery. Also, being a college student, I spend/spent a lot of time in my day commuting to and from class in freezing cold weather. Needless to say, it sucked. This year I wanted to buy myself some really nice boots that would actually last multiple years and were as cute as they were functional. Enter the Joan of Arctic boot!
First of all, let me say, I LOVE these boots. They come up most of my calf so they keep my legs as well as my feet warm and cozy whether I wear thin socks or thick ones. I am the type that doesn't avoid the snow when I walk around so the fact that they are waterproof is a huge plus! I am normally a size 8 1/2, but i bought a 9 just to be sure I could double up on socks if I needed to and the boots do seem to run true to size.
If you're still considering buying these boots, I would highly suggest it! I love them and they definitely do their job!
Zoemonster,
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