Customer Reviews SOREL Joan of Arctic™ Waterproof

This shoe was so cute! Unfortunately I have a high arch and I could not get my foot into this boot. The tongue is sewn into the boot, which is a good thing if you're trying to keep your feet dry, but there was no give in the arch area and it was too narrow for me to get my foot in. Very disappointing.

I ordered a 9.5, which is my typical shoe size. In the past, a 9 in Sorel's would fit me, and a 10 would be too big. I could barely get this boot on, given my high instep. This has not been my experience with Sorel boots in the past. I'm ordering a 1/2 size larger in the hopes that it will work out.

The boots looked so cute on, but had to return because they were so uncomfortable. They were shaped almost like snowboard boots and made walking normally difficult. Similar to other reviews, I found that the back of my heel didn't touch the back of the boot and the back poked into my ankle so I worried that I would get blisters. I had ordered two different styles of Sorel boots and kept the other pair which were significantly more comfortable.

My review is for people who have thicker or muscular thighs. These boots look super cute when the person wearing them can lace the boots up tight enough that the faux fur looks like it goes all the way around the mid calf with no gaps, super cute. I’m not that person. I wish they included the faux fur on the tongue of the boot but they didn’t so I really just look like I’m ready to fly away with these gigantic fur wings mid calf. Aside from that, they’re comfortable and fit nicely.

Not enough tread on the bottom for me. Wanted these for snow and also for walking in the winter.

Because of the construction of the leather inside the boot, I could not even get my foot in the boot. I was very disappointed as they were cute boots.

This boot was very challenging to get my foot into, even after loosening up the laces. When I finally got my foot to pop in the boots fit great. Again, the challenge was to get my foot back out of the boot. I also found the boots to be kind of heavy and clunky for my taste.

Found these to run wide

I REALLY wanted these boots to work for me, they are so very cute, well made, look toasty warm. They were very hard to get my foot into as I have a high instep - I would have gladly overlooked this issue if they fit otherwise. They were not comfortable and rubbed the little toe on my right foot. I changed into a lighter weight sock but they still were not comfortable with little to no arch support. So very disappointed I had to return them.

These were kind of uncomfortable. The sole isn't very flexible so it makes a weird sucking sound and feels like walking through water. The top is also a bit inflexible so it digs a little into the top of your foot. The fur lining the top takes up a lot of space and rub together as you walk. If they were half the price I could live with these features, but given the price, I'll be returning them.

I loved the look of these boots and was hoping they would withstand the cold and snow of Minnesota winters. Once I got them on, they felt a little snug. The BIG problem was it took nearly thirty minutes of tugging to get them on my feet. I nearly threw my back out getting these things on, and getting them off nearly killed me. They are in desperate need of a side zip or something. Too bad. Back to the land of zappo they go. :(

I have high arches, and these boots will not work for me. With a GREAT amount of effort, I could *just* get a boot on my left foot. The boot feels warm and secure. It hugs my foot just right. It’s a bit roomy in the heel, but the boot seemed to hold my heel in place without slipping. The tongue is shorter than the rest of the boot, but I think the gusset would make it workable. However, I could not physically get the boot on my right foot. Even with the laces completely loosened, the boot is stitched in such a way that I could not push my arch through the opening. So sad! Had to return.

These boots are SO cute, and they look like they'd be really warm too. Problem is, I can't even get my feet into them! I have somewhat of a high arch and despite unlacing them all the way down I just can't squeeze my foot into them. Even if I could shove it in (which would hurt) I know that this will drive me crazy all winter. So I have to return them.

Bought these because they look more stylish than my Kamik's and for sure they are. But... sadly they really aren't comfortable. They lace up rather than with a bungee, which for me is a negative. The footbed is contiguous with the liner and the fur. (My old boots had a removable liner that I swapped with an Ugg shearling insole making it super comfy, but these Sorel boots can't allow for that without making the boot feel too small.) Also, there is no way I could wear them barefoot. Just 10 minutes trying them on and I was already getting a blister from the suede of the tongue area bunching together, and even with a sock on it was still noticeable. I'm not ready to sacrifice this much comfort for the style. Returning.

These are cute boots but not very practical. I live in MA and was looking for boots to wear in a lot of snow. I had 3 main issues with these. 1) They are almost impossible to put on and almost as hard to take off. It would get old real quick having to deal with these. They don't even have a tab to help pull them on. 2) The liner has a seam running along the length of the back. The boot also contours in at the ankle. These two things combined made that seam rub pretty hard on my achilles, even through socks and jeans. 3) They are big enough to make you walk like you are wearing ski boots. This I could have dealt with if not for the other two issues.

Cute and warm. However, the gray runs a little large - I'd say about half-size. And, weirdly, the black runs a half-size SMALL. I ordered a 9.5 in both pairs. Needless to say, I have to return both and gamble with the size of the reorder, since clearly the sizing is inconsistent!

Not a good fit for those of us with athletic calves.

These were cute boots still thinking of keeping them. They have a thick wool like insert. It doesn't come out or go in easy. They feel true to size and are warm but my toes were still cold in 28 degree and snow. The only problem with this boot is that the sole is so thin it you can push on it and actually see your finger moving it from the outside. Every little pebble felt huge.

I have had these boots for some time now and have tested them through the New York winters. As for warmth and dryness, they have held up well. One big gripe about the fit/comfort is that they will rub against the Achilles heel when walking. So unless you are wearing long and thick socks, these boots will cause blisters and pain.

I wear a 6.5 shoe, ordered a 7, could not get my foot into the boot past the super tight ankle.