Customer Reviews Blundstone BL558 Classic 550 Chelsea Boot

I have worn the 150 style of Bludstones for years and year, and they are amazing shoes. But these are even better! Just like the 150s but everything feels even a bit more comfortable, solid, and although they look virtually the same, these are just a bit rounder in the toe and maybe the leather is a little nicer. The toe box on these is a bit stiff, and I was worried that it would be annoying and cause a blister, but after an hour long walk, it conformed to my foot and now these fit like a glove. I do order one size smaller in these than usual (I am a ladies 10, but order size 7 in these). The look is kind of tough, but a bit elegant, too.

Why didn't I buy these before?! Thanks to Aussie friends, I've long admired "Blundies." But I only recently got around to buying a pair. I wish I hadn't waited, as they've become a winter staple for me. They work with jeans or khakis, at work or at play. I love the slip-on convenience, especially when I have to take the dog out on cold nights. One warning: if you have narrow feet, as I do, you'll need to wear thicker socks, and the boots may still be a little loose. With lace-up oxfords or sneakers, that would bother me. With slip-on boots, it doesn't.

My first pair was purchased in 1991 in Sydney while studying abroad. I have worn them on weekends and to out at night for 20 years. They take polish well if they get scuffed. We were going to travel again realized after 20 years the cushioning was shot and got a new pair and wore every day for 10 days walking throughout Italy and on beaches and in Pompeii over rough rocks. Then at night going out to restaurants they still dress up well. Great all around boot. Even waterproof as we were at the ocean and a wave came up and soaked my jeans but some how my feet were still dry all day.

I'm a size 8.5 US women's, and took a 6 in Blundstone's sizing. They felt big at first try, and a 5.5 was too small, but Blundstone includes a shoe insert for comfort, and with that the 6 fit perfectly. I immediately waterproofed them and tried them out in the pouring rain, and they kept me dry and comfy. I would say break in period was about a day, they are comfy and cute as well, I would definitely recommend!

My feet have had a hard life and as a result, finding a comfortable shoe is difficult at best. The Blundstone BL558 is the best fitting boot I've worn since my DocMarten days. The boot accommodates a wide forefoot, narrow heel, high instep and an old and temperamental back. They're made for mucking about as well as for street wear. Two insoles are included with each pair so, that you can make your own fitting adjustments. I found that taking out both of them and sticking in an old Doc insole worked best for me. I usually wear a women's size 8 and found that the Aussie 5.5 fit provided the best fit with a Smartwool everyday sock. Buy these. You won't regret it!

Put these on and they became my favorite shoe. Not only are they comfortable but they look great as well. Love them!

Fantastic boot! Excellent fit and quality and works well with orthodics. So comfortable I forget I'm wearing them. Over the ankle fit provides great stability and the retro style reminds me of my Grandfather's boots.

This is my second pair of Blundstones. I had the first pair for 10 years or so. They are by far the most comfortable boot or shoe I have ever owned. If the style works for you, do buy a pair of these. Pay attention to sizing - the half sizes are actually only a wider version of the size. I take an 8 1/2 and have a narrow foot so I take a 6. You won't be sorry, especially with the great service customers get from Zappos.

Brilliant! 12 years ago a friend of mine recommended Blundstone to me, he swore they were the best all purpose kick-around boot out there. These boots are spot on for comfort and look good.

Blundstones run very small for me. I’m typically between a size 8 and 9 and I need a 10 in Blundstones, and I have very flat, skinny feet. I haven’t tried a 10 yet so I’m hoping it won’t be too big, but I tried this style in a 9.5 and the high top style in both a 9 and 9.5 and they were all too short. Hope this helps someone.

I just got these, so I can't comment on durability, but I can talk about fit. Measure your feet and go by what Blundstone says for that. The size conversions are not right. I suspected this when it was made very clear that half sizes were only wider, yet had me getting a half size to fit my normally US size 7.5. I got both the recommended 4.5 and the 5 that they say is a few millimeters shorter than my foot, but the next size up was quite a bit bigger so I started there. The 4.5 was snug, which wasn't necessarily bad as the leather would stretch, but after a few minutes the balls of my feet started cramping up. The 5 was roomy and I put the insert in and it was perfect. My big complaint with these shoes is the obnoxious branding. I will take a sharpie to it (or maybe just sew some black fabric over the tags?), but it is ridiculous and companies need to stop doing this. If they want us to advertise for them- which in the case of Blundstones is false advertising, as they are made in Vietnam, NOT Tasmania- these boots should be free.

Typically a size 13 in all shoes, these felt a bit too large, even after putting in the additional foot beds. I wore them right out of the box for a week long trip to Holland. After walking about 60 miles all over the different cities, my feet felt awesome. I will definitely buy another pair!