Customer Reviews SOREL Winter Carnival™
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52%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
64%"Felt true to size"
82%"Felt true to width"
81%"Moderate arch support"
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They seemed really big and bulky, not very attractive on.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I'm so glad I bought these snow boots. By the looks of them I thought be would be really heavy and clunky, but they're surprisingly lightweight and flexible. My regular size 11 fits me perfectly, both length- and width-wise, with enough room to spare for some thicker socks. The only downside is that they have no arch support at all, but their coziness and comfort level makes up for that.
Otti, Zappos Customer,
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I really wanted to love these boots, but the back heel dug into my foot and made it uncomfortable. I tried two sizes, but neither worked. Not a lot of arch support, but they are super cute.
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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They seemed really big and bulky. My calves are on the wider side so the top of the boots didn’t fit well.
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These boots are comfortable and warm, would be great for Ohio winters. I didn't rate them higher because I am looking for a slip on funtional boot and exchanged them. Also bigger and bulkier than the picture showed.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I've been looking at these boots for years and liked the look of them. I bit the bullet and ordered them. They were huge. I'm typically and 8 so ordered an 8. I then ordered a 7.5 and still too big. Maybe they weren't meant for me. :(
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Was not expecting such an awkward fit. The boot in nice and roomy in the footprint but is not "high" if that makes sense so the tops of my feet were squished. If I had gone up in size I would have been swimming in the rest of the boot. The sherpa on the top of the boot also looks kind of worn/dirty so I can only imagine it would look worse with use. Too bad these are going back :(
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I got these boots after a nor’easter in November. I knew I needed a proper pair of boots. After much research I decided these were going to be my winter boots. Once they arrived I tried them on and they fit like a glove, I can tell they are going to be the perfect winter boots for these ridiculous east coast winters.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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These are very wide and not comfortable to walk in. I was hoping for some good boots for winter walks but had to return.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I LOVE these boots! I would recommend wearing thick socks with them until they are broken in for your arches, but they are amazing!!
Ann, Zappos Customer,
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Canvas seemed thin/felt cheap.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Love these boots! Wanted a good snow boot and these are it plus I got them in blue and they are super cute. I usually get 7.5 but went with an 8 so I could wear thicker socks. I’m happy with the feet and they keep my feet nice and warm. Plus because of the design they are easy to lace up and tighten, so even though you tie them they are easy to get on.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I'm usually between an 8/8.5 and went with 8.5 based on other reviews - the shoe was WAY too huge. I was swimming in it. I also expected the shoe to be better insulated and cushioned - it's a very thin insulation, and yet the shoe is extremely clunky. I felt like I was wearing clown shoes. The pictures are so cute, but the fit of the shoe is not what I expected. Bummer!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I really liked these boots, but when i was wearing them the back part of the boot buckled inward, and rubbed the back of my ankle. I really wanted to like them, but because of this I returned them.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I really wanted to like this boot because the style is super cute! The problem was the heel is way too loose and it also cut into my heel which gave me a really bad blister. They are warm but you really don’t want to do much walking in them.
Melissa, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
After doing extensive research on how to keep my feet warm in a new climate (new to me), I found myself back with Sorel, coincidentally the last place I purchased winter boots 25 years ago. At that time the Caribou was the only option and I remembered it was a bit heavy. The Winter Carnival packs all the protection and padding of the Caribou but is notably lighter. I sacrificed the beefy sole and traction of the Caribou, but it hasn't made me feel less stable (the winter carnival sole is ridged). Perhaps it's because I'm older, or because Maine is really cold, but my toes are slightly cold after standing in the snow for an hour with my kids. I may need to wear liners with my wool socks. Otherwise, the cordura upper fabric is tough and won't tequire as much care as leather, and the styling is cute for a clunky boot. I'm really pleased with the purchase and would do it again!
Ggp041,
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I love the classic look of the Sorel winter boot. I really wanted to keep these as my new winter/shovel/snowshoe/hike boot. They slip on like a charm, and, feel very comfortable, as long as you aren't going anywhere. But, they are heavy, clunky and very stiff while walking, with my heel lifting for every step. I know the stiffness would eventually be reduced with wear, but, they were so heavy, I couldn't imagine hiking for long in them... had to return. Fortunately, with Zappos, that is an easy process.
Emily, Zappos Customer,
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Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
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I'm not sure how these can be rated for -25ºF. The shoes are made of coated canvas, almost like a tarp, and the lining is incredibly thin. When I tried them on *inside* my house, my feet felt cold, so I couldn't imagine the shoes keeping my feet warm outside. The shoe is relatively stiff and not very comfortable to walk in. I'm pretty disappointed in the quality for the price.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I am usually a 7-7.5 and order a size 7, but it was a little small. Also, the fit was strange. At the back of the boot where the rubber ended, it cut in somewhat and the shaft felt like it was angled forward. Overall, I was disappointed. It's going back.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I'm a true size 8 in all shoes. I order an 8 and the had WAU too much room, I went back and ordered a 7 thinking there was no way a full size smaller would fit. The 7 for great. I like my boots to feel a bit snug. I don't like the feeling of sliding heel to toe while playing in the snow with my kids. This is a great sturdy boot that looks great. You just need to find the right size for you. I recommend you order down.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
I ordered these boots knowing that they were waterproof,comfortable,and warm enough to survive our extremely brutal Midwest winters.I purchased the shorter Winter Carnival version of this boot 2 years ago and love them.I am thrilled to own a taller pair now and will only purchase Sorel boots in the future!
Deb02,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I am a 7.5 wide, and often order an 8 in shoes/boots that don't come in wide. Based on the reviews, I went with a 7.5 The boot was enormous. It felt like a size 9. I sent it back, and am trying out a size 7. I am only doing this because the boot itself is so cute, the blue color looks great, and Zappos has such a great return policy.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I’m usually and 8.5, but I’m going to be exchanging these for an 8 since they felt a bit too big even with thick winter socks
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Love these boots! Got me through all last winter. Kept my feet warm and dry and I plan on buying another color for this winter! Super stylish and I highly recommend!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I don’t know how anybody walks in these! They’re super cute but they are so stiff and clunky, and every step I take my heels lift off the bottom of the shoe. I really wanted these to work because they are so adorable, but I could never actually wear these.
Amy, Zappos Customer,
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