Customer Reviews Blundstone BL558 Classic 550 Chelsea Boot

I am stumped about the Chelsea boots. I loved the look and had read about these boots, so I purchased. The boots were stiff, but I thought would loosen with wear. I wore them everyday for a week and found the right boot pushed my big toe to the front, so severely that it was painful. The left boot fits perfectly. I even thought maybe the boots didn’t match. I added all kinds of different socks and tried them for another week, to no avail. Needless to say, this has been a big disappointment because I wanted these to be my go-to shoes! I wear a size 7 1/2 shoe and bought an 8 in the Chelsea. I don’t know if any other fix, so I can’t recommend this boot.

I'm usually an 8.5 or 9 or a 39 but I couldn't even get my foot into this boot in Aus size 6. I ordered 3 sizes based on other reviewers ,the 6.5 looked like it might fit but again couldn't get my foot in. I was able to put the size 7 on and it felt good ,with a little room for a thick sock. Returning them reluctantly because it was just way too tight around my ankle. I'm going to try the low cut shoe model,fingers crossed.

I was not impressed with the materials, construction, fit, or comfort of these boots - for the price. Nearly $200 is extremely expensive for what you're getting here. I didn't think the comfort level was unusual for this kind of boot, other than they are very lightweight. They basically felt like sneakers. The leather was average for $100 boots. If they were half the price or even 130ish, they'd be worth it.

Trying these on was strange... I also ordered the BL063 to try, and those fit like a glove. These were significantly shorter in length, almost a half size too small, but plenty wide. My big toe hurt after only a few seconds in these, so I'm returning and not looking back.

I was so jazzed by all the reviews so I ordered. I am a women's size 9 and ordered a 6.5. Got them overnight (love that, Zappos!) and tried them on. Felt great at first; however, after 15 minutes they felt really tight over the arch of my foot and the front of my ankle. They seemed to be the right size but just didn't feel right and I hate when my feet hurt. Read that everyone said about "needed to be broken in"; however, for this price I don't want to take the chance. I think it's a great boot, however, not for me. Returning it for a Dansko waterproof boot.

I like the classic look of these boots a lot. Unfortunately, they were shockingly uncomfortable given their reputation. It might be my foot type -- I have very flat feet with plantar fasciitis and a wide toe box from bunions. These weren't quite deep enough for a custom orthotic, but the real issue is that the heel/ankle cup is too narrow and the toe box also fairly narrow, even on the wide sizes. In addition, there is NO comfort padding in the soles. I wore them around the house for a day to see if they'd break in, but I was just left with bruises on my ankles and top of foot near the toe box. These are just too expensive to gamble whether it's an issue of breaking in the leather or not. For the price, I am pretty disappointed. Going to find a cheaper rain-style simple black Chelsea boot for the fall.

I have been a Blundstone advocate for 2 decades now. I still have my pair from 1989- they held up and I still wear them. However- Big caveat- since I loved them, i bout more pairs over the years- the quality had gone way down. My last 2 pairs lasted less than a year. The reason is they changed production, and the fusion of the sole and leather is weaker. The newer upper is cheaper leather, creating bendy stress points that my old pair (same size) never had. Then there's the elastic. 1989 pair- still fine and springy. New pairs give after about a year too, leaving you with bacon elastic on your boots. The new soles have much more 'bounce', which is fine, just doesn't last long. Looking at my 1989 pair and the 2008 pair is a stark contrast. Sad to see this happen, cause i really used to dig these. Seems like they went from a "utility" boot to a fashion business. I have tried other brands, were cheaper and I'm much happier.

Probably would have been great but they shipped a men's size 6.5 instead of women's (and yes, I double checked to make sure I had ordered the correct size)

Perfect fit. Although it takes a little effort when taking them off.

I have been wearing them now for 3 years. Sizing: I wear a men’s 7.5, women’s 9 wide, and these in AU 6.5. I really like them and can wear them all day. (Im usually a running shoe wearer!). The color holds up nicely and they break in without sore spots as the leather stretches. They take a little effort to get on and off but that gets easier over time and yet are secure. I wear a medium sock.

I’ve gotten these wet, muddy, snowy, and cleaned up to wear with jeans. I wear thick wool socks and they still don't hurt my wide feet. I wear them all day long with custom orthotics. Best boots ever!

My sister has been trying to talk me into Blundstone boots and I wish I had bought them sooner. I read a lot of sizing and bought the Aussie size 5 (I wear an 8 in U.S. and 38 in UK). They were great right out of the box, but I did wear them around the house a bit just to make sure. Now I wear them every day. Comfortable and look good!

This is my fourth pair of Blundstones. I love the quality and simple style. This time I ordered 1/2 size bigger than normal for extra width and so I can add insoles for more arch support and cushion. These boots seem to last forever with a little care,

Very narrow opening

It's Australian made.....what more do I need to say. Bloody beauty!

These boots are fantastic. I typically wear an 8 and 8 fit perfectly. They keep my feet warm and dry.

Love these great boots

Buy these! I got them for my trip to Europe in December. It rained the entire time, we walked EVERYWHERE and they still look like new. I’ve been having some foot issues lately (bunion, arch pain) and I was concerned about being able to keep up with my family. These boots were a dream! They don’t have arch support - more of a flat, wide sole - which allowed my foot to spread out with no pain. They didn’t rub at all and come with a removable insole, which is just padding and I didn’t need it. I wore them with leggings, skinny jeans and bootcut jeans. They worked with all of them, and kept my feet warm and dry.

I usually wear a 9 1/2 and that’s what I ordered. After reading reviews I was worried the would be too small but they fit perfectly even with thicker socks. I do not have a wide foot though. I love love these boots. I didn’t even need to break them it.

Perfect for my work and dog walks with inclement weather!

Loved them

Once i got them on they fit well and were very comfortable. But having had a stroke my left foot doesn’t cooperate well in getting in to shoes. Thus I’ll have to return these for a lower height if shoe

This boot is beautiful. Sadly was not for me as getting it off and on was difficult,

Exactly as advertised. I plan to wear these in any inclement weather, still feel cute.