Customer Reviews Blundstone BL566 Waterproof Winter Chelsea Boot

This is my third pair. It won't be my last.

I love these boots. Very comfortable! I have a very high arch and had to get one stretched, But thats all. I have long toes too and sometimes they rub on shoes. But these boots are nice and wide, but not sloppy.

I bought for my vacation in Ireland, these boots didn’t get my feet wet in the rainy days of Ireland. I also wear them in Minnesota winter, with snow on the ground and cold temperature. They keep my feet warm and dry, they’re my everyday boots in winter now!! Best purchase of 2022!

If you're looking for a fashion boot, this isn't it. But if you're looking for a boot that's very comfortable right out of the box, offers tremendous quality and keeps your feet dry and warm, you've come to the right place.

These Thermal Series Blundstones are my first pair. I normally wear a women's US9.5 wide or extra wide. After some sizing hiccups, I found that IN THIS BOOT STYLE ONLY, I wear AU6.5. They were very tight with the sheepskin insoles so I traded them for a pair of Dr. Marten insoles and they fit perfectly! Wide enough and length was great- maybe a 1/2" of wiggle room at the end. NOTE: After removing the insoles in the Thermals, I saw that the footbed was stamped "7 1/2" even though the bottom of the boot said 6.5. COMPARISON (important): Thinking I found the best size, I also ordered a pair of 550s size AU6.5. They were too short and tight. Without the sheepskin insoles, the Thermals definitely felt a full size bigger. Hmmm the inside footbed had said "7 1/2" so now that makes sense. With the sheepskin insoles (after smashing them down in a different pair of shoes before using in the Blundstones) they felt a 1/2 size bigger than the 550s. With the thin insole replacements, the Thermals felt a full size bigger than the 550s in the same size. I've since reordered the 550s in a size AU7.5 and am hopeful.

I love Blundstones in general but what I really love about this pair is the sheepskin liner and the fact that they are waterproof. I have worn them on a few hikes and rainy walks and remained comfortable.

Worth every penny. Warm (my toes get cold year round). Rugged and sturdy and is stylish with skinny jeans. Bought for summer trip to Ireland. Perfect for walking, climbing around scenic ocean-side areas, then discovering quaint villages to shop & dine in sunny or drizzly weather

The fit is true. I’ve had these boots and another pair for a few years. I travel for work and have had several assignments in Northern California during winter, specifically during the El Niño of 2018-2019. These boots kept my feet dry and warm. I had the opportunity to take 2 road trips through Oregon where the weather was very cold, wet and snowy. These boots were outstanding. These boots clean up very nicely. I’ve received many compliments. I always pack these boots if I’m traveling during fall or winter. Thanks Blundstone. Many thanks to Zappos!

I wondered how these thermal boots (lightly insulated and with a fleece insole) would compare in size and fit to an uninsulated/non-thermal version. I’m happy to report that the boots are engineered well and the size/fit is adjusted just enough to accommodate the thermal insulation in the upper as well as the fleece insole. They look great and are a nice choice for cold (not frigid) days outdoors. I’ve worn mine in 20 degrees F and they’ve been adequate as long as I’m at least somewhat active. All in all, I’m glad I got them. They’re handy for winter errands and slogging here in upstate NY.

These boots are so comfy with the sheepskin insert and great for hoofing it around the city. The comfort level is due in part to the fit in that there are no pressure points (similar to my Danskos that I wear all day at work.) They also fit true to size. I am between a 7 and 7.5 with a slightly wider foot. I opted for the US 7.5/AUS 4.5 and they fit great. I was worried they would be too big and clunky. However, once I really put them to good use running a myriad of errands on foot, they were perfect...sturdy, cozy (like slipper boots!) and not heavy at all. Really like these babies. Seems to be great quality.

It's very comfortable to by in zappos. In the blundstone iz very good

Best all around boot ever! I've wanted to get a pair of these for quite some time now. I'm a woman & I find mens shoes & boots (most of the time) fit me better than womens. Quite comfortable right out of the box with the exception of the R boot. However, that's my bad (always swollen) ankle, due to 25 years of playing volleyball- most of my tendons are torn, & my ankle is chronically swollen; I wear a soft ankle brace, so I thought these could be a substitute for the brace. I was right. High & snug enough to support my ankle. I just had to flex the front leather of the R one back & forth (by the tab) to soften it a bit- the only part that was a tad too stiff. With or without socks they're fabulous now. Sheepskin footbed keeps you foot comfy. Buy a pair! Your feet will thank you!

I am a woman with a very narrow foot. I usually wear a men's size 11, maybe 10.5, so I ordered these in a size 11. They were way too big; Zappos was phenomenal during the exchange, even offering me the new lower sale price when I requested the exchange. The US men's size 10 fits perfectly and is narrow enough for my foot! I love the style and comfort, especially with the fluffy, warm insole.

Great boots! Shearling foot liner makes for very warm feet. I originally ordered my true shoe size, but found the boots to be a bit tight with wool socks. Ordered a 1/2 size up - very comfortable and my feet have room to breathe - no sweaty/clammy feet.

I like these for occasional wear but when I tried to wear them hiking they caused a blister on my heels.

love the look of these boots and they were exactly what I need but the area where the seams meet at the top/front ankle area was a problem! Very stiff at the point where these seams all join so it is very stiff and rubbed. So unfortunately I sent them back - just refuse to keep any shoes/boots that don't feel comfy right out of the box - isn't worth the pain or money!

These boots are really great looking but so sad that they are not quite comfortable enough. I ordered my regular size but had a problem where the front seams meet at the top of my foot (top of ankle) at that area they are very stiff and rubbed. I made a promise to myself that I won't buy any more shoes/boots that don't feel great right out of the box... it's not worth the money or the suffering!

I love these Blundstones! They fit my feet perfectly, except for one tiny issue. The top of the shoe rubs blisters on my legs, they do seem a little stiff so I'm hoping they will loosen up and not cut into my legs. I wear leggings most days and I hope I can get to a point where I don't have to wear chunky socks to help with the ankle blisters.

This is my first pair of Blundstones, so it took me a few tries to figure out the correct size. Since I selected the thinsulate boot (which includes the sheepskin insert), the US size 9 fit me best- I’m usually an 8.5. These are amazingly comfortable, and I think Blundstone has found a loyal customer.

I received a used pair of boots, It’s like some molds stick under the shoes and it was like worn before.

These are beautiful boots and I really wanted to keep them but I have high arches and had a lot of difficulty getting them on and off. They are not suitable for people with a high instep.

I ordered a size 11 which is my usual size except for some brands that insist on being 1/2 size too small, like Uggs. They're beautiful boots but they make my feet look enormous—super bulky look—and not good when you're already a size 11. They seem to run true to size or larger. I put them on with my heaviest socks and they still felt loose. Based on what someone wrote about the half-sizes just making them wider, I hesitate to exchange them for a half size down. So, they're going back. :-(

Admittedly, I have a narrow foot, but my foot was swimming in this boot. I had to size down and then purchase Superfeet insoles. In terms of durability, I was disappointed. I wear them from fall, through winter, primarily because we get a fair amount of rain here. Oddly, in the snow they were fine. In the rain, they routinely left the tops of my feet wet. The waterproofing is literally why I bought them. Fail.

For some reason that the help desk could not clarify, this pair of Blundies arrived in a plain cardboard box with no Blundstone tag, booklet, or original box. This does not inspire trust in Zappos. The boots seem fine, but why Zappos, why are you sending me shoes in a way that makes it feel like something sketchy is going on? THis is an expensive shoe, my expectation is that it should come in its original box with all the Blundstone info. Sketchy.

Disappointed. The right boot fit was quite tight in the toe box, yet the left boot fit was normal. I usually take a women's size 7.5 US in a street shoe, and a women's size 8 US in a woman's boot, with no problems, and it's been that way for decades, and for every single brand I've worn - every brand from UGG, El Naturalista, Miz Mooz, ECCO, Bogs, LaCrosse, Converse, ASICS, K-Swiss, Keen, etc. But with these Blundstone waterproof chelsea boots, the right boot fit quite snugly, and that was with a thin sock. My hope was to wear a medium weight sock, which is what I do with my other boots. I would not be able to go up half a size to a women's 8.5, because then the length would be too long in both boots, and the left one would be too big all around. Also, these boots were rather clunky and heavy feeling as well. I have other waterproof leather ankle boots, including hiking and winter boots, and none of those feel as clunky and heavy as these. I'm so disappointed, because I really wanted to be able to keep these Blundstone waterproof leather chelsea boots - the look of a chelsea boot with the warmth and waterproof features would be fantastic to have, but, not to be with these.