Customer Reviews SOREL Explorer Next™ Carnival Waterproof
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Customer Fit Survey:
49%"Felt true to size"
74%"Felt true to width"
95%"Moderate arch support"
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I normally wear a 9 or 9.5 narrow shoe and these boots were a perfect fit for me. Very comfortable and cozy.
Jen, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I love these boots so much! They are so cute and the fleece lining makes them cozy too! I got them in the quarry and sea salt color and that neutral color is beautiful. I have worn them in the rain and my feet stayed warm and dry. I wore the old version of the SOREL classic rain boot for years, which were great in the rain, but pretty uncomfortable to walk any distance in them. The Explorer Next Carnival boot is very light weight and extremely comfortable! The insole is soft with good support and they literally have the comfortable feel of a good running shoe. I could walk in them all day! I did see several reviews stating that they run narrow. I happened to wear a AA shoe and these fit me perfectly. The heel fits well and the toe box is still roomy for a thicker sock. A great option for those needing a more narrow size, like me. I couldn't be more pleased with them!
Anne T,
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I had to go up a size. The shoe is comfortable and very good quality.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Great warm boots. The laces are very thick, heavy-duty. Easy to get on and off.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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These boots are so comfortable and warm! Perfect for running around when it's wet and slushy! Very stylish too! I have received many compliments.
Leslie P,
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The boots are warm, comfortable right out of the box. I purchased them because they lace up for snug fit. Looked exactly like the photo.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Comfortable and kept my feet warm in 20° weather. They fit snug. I wear 6 1/2 shoes and size 7 in boots. I got these in size 7. I don’t have wide feet but if I did, I’d go 1/2 size up.
Deanne, Zappos Customer,
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These boots fit like a dream!! I am pleasantly surprised at how lightweight they are, while remaining incredibly warm and supportive. I’m preparing for a winter weekend trip to Vermont and I think these will do just the trick!
I did personally size up a half size because I’m planning to wear these boots with very thick wool socks. I think this was the right choice. I’m very happy with my purchase, and I highly recommend trying these boots.
Tess, Zappos Customer,
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I really loved the look and overall feel of this shoe but Sorels are just too narrow in the toe box for me. I’m so bummed as I loved these. But I think one size up would then be too long. Had to send them back.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I really like these shoes. The support is moderately comfortable. I added my Happy Feet and they are now a super warm and comfortable boot. The only thing is that the foam bottoms do collect a lot of hair and dust. Being white, it shows.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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cute boots but would recommend size larger!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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I loved these boots. Having read other reviews, I decided to order 2 sizes. I usually wear a 10 in athletic shoes so I ordered a 10 and a 10.5. With socks, the 10.5 felt better on my toes. I wondered if one might not need socks b/c they felt so warm and fuzzy. I do know that Sorel can run small. Anyway, LOVE the boots and am keeping the half size larger!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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The right boot seemed shorter and tighter than the left. It was hitting the big toe uncomfortablely.
Jacqueline, Zappos Customer,
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First of all, these boots are adorable. I truly wish they had worked for me. They were quite small for my usual size. Even if they fit well, the footbeds were flat, so lack of arch support wouldn't have served me well. If arch support isn't a concern for you, I say give them a try. They are cute!
TheMom, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Reviewed at Sorel
I do not normally write reviews, but these boots are so bad I have to. The looked cute and the description touts a grippy sole. But in true winter weather with snow, ice, and sub zero temps (I live in Wyoming), the rubber on the soles hardens and loses any grip, and the sole treads are too smooth to be of any assistance. You end us sliding and fearful of your life, you might as well be wearing banana peels on the bottom of your shoes. Also, the insulation on the inside of the boots is not properly attached to the inside of the shoe, so when you put them on , you have to pull up on the tab really hard so that the inside doesn't bunch up. I have worn them twice and regretted it both times. These are the worst boots I have ever purchased and I wish I could return them for a full refund.
Pnut,
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After reading the reviews, I decided to purchase a half size larger and I’m glad I did. They still felt a little narrow and tight, but they were comfortable and got me through my evening with no issues. If you plan to wear thicker socks, I would consider going a full size up. Overall, they are super cute and very warm.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I needed waterproof lightweight AND comfortable walking boots for my trip to Ireland in October. After doing a bunch of research, I noticed SOREL kept coming up. I find that many waterproof boots are uncomfortable to wear for long periods of time, esp. when walking long distances as Im used to getting 16,000-25,000 steps/day come rain or shine. All of the reviews for this boot kept talking about how comfy these shoes are and how well they hold up to the weather. I am THRILLED I decided to go for it. They live up to ALL the hype as far as comfortably, fit, easy to get on and off without a lot of fuss like other laced boots, grip and warmth. I cant speak to dryness as I havent worn them in the rain or snow yet, but Im sure they will be fine. They do run true to size, however if you use an insert like Dr Scholls, you should go up a half size. Im normally a 10, but brought the 10.5 to make sure I had room enough for my Plantar Fasciitis insert and a good sock. The 10.5 is a perfect fit. I also love how stylish these are- can be dressed up or down. If youre on the fence about this purchase dont wait a moment longer.
CEdwards8515,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Very comfortable and stylish - they kept my feet very warm. They are easy to get on and off and did keep my feet dry in recent snows.
J M,
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Very comfortable. Very warm. True to size and not narrow as others have stated.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These boots are so comfortable and warm! Perfect for running around when its wet and slushy! Very stylish too! I have received many compliments.
Leslie P,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Reviewed at Sorel
Arrived fast, looked lovely & I could wait to wear them! I ordered my true size but these were so narrow & tight I had to return. Took one star off because they came in a plastic bag but return instructions stated no refunds if the actual shoe box was damaged. The delivery plastic bag wasnt gonna cut it so had to find a box to ship back.
Elsa,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
I saw a lady wearing the coolest looking boots and I just openly asked her the maker-yep=SOREL- so I ordered these! Boom- lightweight, cool looking= but warm feeling, comfy and on sale! SCORE!
Southern_Writer,
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Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Obsessed with these boots! Im pregnant and really wanted something I could slip on and off easily while still remaining warm. Super lightweight too. I dont think theyre too narrow or wide, just the right size.
Moorms101,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Not so cute in person. They look kind of…well, cheap. So I returned and got some way cuter Sorels (and spent more on them than I planned but I’m happy with my exchange choice)
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Runs small and does not come in half sizes
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
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