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1,803 total reviews

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69%5Rated 5 stars out of 5

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Customer Fit Survey:

35%"Felt a half size smaller"

84%"Felt true to width"

91%"Moderate arch support"

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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Love these boots. Everything about them. Warm, dry, and stylish. However, I read numerous reviews on this website about sizing up at least 1 entire size. I felt like that was extreme, so I sized up to an 8.5 from my usual 8 (wear an 8 in EVERY shoe). When I first put them on, 8.5 seemed like the right size, however, after about 10 minutes, my heel started slipping and I highly regretted purchasing the 8.5. I tried thick wool socks -- didn't make a difference. I would HIGHLY recommend getting your usual size and wearing them around the house for 15 minutes before deciding they are too big. I wore mine outside and can no longer return. Wish I had just ordered my normal size.
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Runs a 1/2 size small. Ordered my usual 8.5 and had to return for a 9. Very warm and comfortable.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Love my boots! I feel like they run true to size. In the wedge boot I'm an 8 1/2 and these I ordered a 9. I possibly could have sized up to a 9 1/2 but I feel like they have a stretch. I think they're a great every day boot and I'm obsessed!
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Very happy!Cute, well made boots. Great style for fall and winter. I did follow the other reviews,and ordered a half size larger. I am always a size 7, but I ordered a size 7 1/2, and they fit perfectly. I had ordered a size 7 in a different style Sorel boot, and they were too small. Good rubber sole. Insole feels supportive. Great boots!
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I love this boot! It really has everything I'm looking for: Waterproof, lightweight, comfortable, insulated, trendy. Most winter boots are clunky, heavy and ugly. THESE ARE AWESOME! I got the Redwood color which is really more of a purple-ish wine color and works well with my plum colored tops and jackets. Redwood looks good with navy, brown and black so it matches everything. I'm usually a size 9 in Sorel boots, but went up to a 9.5 and my toes have the right amount of room with thick socks. Just go up a half size and you'll be fine. These boots feel like I'm wearing sneakers and I love them so much!! I am ready for fall/winter now!
I'd also recommend:
On Cloud
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These boots a like walking on a small cloud. I would size up an entire size. I’m a 7.5 and returning the 8 I got for 8.5. Great quality and easy to get on and off.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
I normally wear a 6 1/2 and went by other reviews and ordered a 7 1/2 which fits perfect! They definitely run small with length and width so order up for sure. Doesn't slip because it has ample soft insides very comfy and cozy when you size up.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Comfortable right out of the box! Cute, durable, warm, and stylish. I bought these in two colors and am happy with the purchase so far.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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These are so comfortable, warm and CUTE! Definitely a great present and I'm obsessed with them.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I love these shoes! They are perfect to take the dog out in cold weather and also great for walking miles in! Very comfortable and stylish! They do seem to run a little small- I ordered half a size up and they are a great fit.
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I went up a half size as was recommended and they fit perfectly. Really cute and comfy.
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I am a 4.5-5 in shoes. So when people say shoes run 1/2 size small, I normally don't listen since that would mean they will fit my foot perfectly. I ordered the size 5 in this boot. They fit, I kept them, they are very comfortable, but I will say there isn't much toe room left for me, so I really probably could have went up to a 5.5 and there would be more room for thicker socks. My recommendation really is that they do run 1/2 size small.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I love these boots, I bought them last winter and am genuinely so excited to get to wear them again this year. And most likely purchase a second color. I work an active job and walk on average 6-7 miles a day while at work. I can wear these all day comfortably, inside and outside. They held up great in the snow and keep my feet toasty -minnesota winters are no joke. Tried them on in store in a 10 and an 11. 10 was way too small, 11 was way too big. Ended up ordering them online in a 10.5 and they fit perfectly, and comfortably with a heavier sock if needed. Love how they look with any outfit and get tons of compliments. I made my mom buy a pair too and she loves hers as well! This is a must own boot if you are an active person in the winter!
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Great boots very comfortable, I love it.I extremely recommend
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Love love love love! I am a true 7 and normally every 7 fits me, but I did end up getting a 1/2 size up. If you really want/need roomy boots you may want to purchase a full size up. These are super comfy and soooo cute!!!
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Love these boots, super cute and comfortable! Trust the reviews and order a 1/2 size up.
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These were so comfy, right out of the box! Ordered 1/2 size larger, as recommended.
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These are great! I usually wear a 10-10.5 and had to send the 10.5 back for an 11 which fit perfectly. They are cute and comfy. Won’t fit a wide foot.
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These are now my favorite winter shoes as long as the snow isn't super high (I live in Chicago). I'd give these a 6 for winter shoe style. Thanks to other reviews I knew to order a size up. I'm normally a 7/7.5 and the 8 was perfect.
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Obsessed with these boots. I listened to the reviews and ordered a 7.5 instead of my normal 7 and I'm SO glad I did. These fit perfectly and are so stylish. I can't wait to wear them to Colorado on vaca!
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PLEASE order a size larger! I wear a 7 to 7-1/2 and ended up after 3 tries with an 8 1/2. Love them!!!
I'd also recommend:
Keen, Skechers, Uggs
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I bought these boots based on the reviews and they did not disappoint! I took them right out of the box and wore them hiking for 3 days in upstate NY. Comfortable enough to wear all day; not too clunky to wear in the lodge; great grip for climbing on rocks and up steep incline. My only complaint is the shoe laces. They’re a little thin and I expect them to break with consistent use. I also had to double knot them but that’s not the worst thing. I’m in between 8.5 and 9. Bought a 9, happy with my choice :)
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i bought these last winter, but didn't get much of chance to wear them! pulled them out of my closet today and even tho too warm to wear at the moment, tried them on again and can't wait for cooler weather to set in! they look awesome with skinny jeans, and are so comfy, with or without socks. love the color also, a medium gray, with a little brown in the cuff. they go with anything!
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
These boots are sooooo comfy and warm!! Never wanna take them off! I normally wear an 8.5 in boots and sized up to a 9 and they were perfect!
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So cute and comfortable. I could have probably gone up a half size, but most of my taller winter socks are thin anyway, which made them fit great.
I'd also recommend:
Merrell, Keen, The North Face, Sorel
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