Showing posts with label boots. Show all posts
Showing posts with label boots. Show all posts
Sunday, January 27, 2019
SOREL Joan of Arctic boots review
Last week, we got hit with the first snowstorm of the season. Living in a cold climate, I always appreciate a pair of well made snow boots. Last year, I wanted to invest in a pair of heavy-duty snow boots and these seemed like a fantastic option. I brought them on my trip to Banff and I can honestly say they're worth every penny. They are practical yet so stylish looking. They come in several different color combinations. I went with the grey/black colorway. We went hiking in Banff and sank deep in the snow but my toes stayed toasty the entire time. I wore a pair of wool socks underneath. The traction is amazing. I didn't have those ice cleats on the first day and I was fine. There were some icy areas on the trail and people skidded left and right. They were a bit stiff at first but took no time to break in. I felt like they run pretty true to size. I took my usual size 7 and there is a bit of room for thick socks and my toes aren't squished together. Overall, they're rugged yet so comfortable. I can't rave enough about these boots. If you're in the market for a pair of heavy duty snow boots, I totally recommend them. They are a good investment especially for those who live where it snows a lot. They are high quality and will last you for years to come.
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Unisa Gilles - A dupe for the Stuart Weitzman OTK quilted boots
I had to do a double take when I stumbled upon these Unisa Gilles boots at DSW. They’re almost a perfect dupe of the Stuart Weitzman quiltboot. See them on me here. Just like the ones I reviewed last week, these boots are a wonderful budget option. The fit on me is as expected. There is a little bunching in the ankle area but I have the same problem with the Stuart Weitzman as well. I prefer leather when it comes to footwear. However, I don’t dislike faux leather as long as it doesn't look like plastic. The material is quite nice for the price and the quilted pattern sure adds interest to the boots. I don’t expect them to look and feel luxurious as the designer version. You’re talking about a major difference in cost here. I still have a couple options that I’d like to try on in person but this pair is definitely high on my purchase list.
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Stuart Weitzman quilted OTK boots
I wanted to do a quick review on these Stuart Weitzman quilted OTK boots just in case anyone is interested. While I am not 100% impressed with the 5050, I am head over heels in love with the quilted version. They look stunning in person and feel amazing on. They run very true to size. I am trying on a size 7 here and they fit really well (I am between a 6.5 and 7). The leather is so soft, luxurious yet durable at the same time.
Thursday, November 6, 2014
Review: Unisa Gillean Over The Knee Boot (under $50)
A pair of over-the-knee boots is on my purchase list this Winter. Of course, I had to check out the infamous Stuart Weitzman 5050 boots in person. Honestly, for something that costs over $600, I wasn't impressed. Don't get me wrong. They're still beautiful but I personally don't think they live up to the hype. There are so many versions out there that reminiscent of the 5050. I will review each option as I come across. First up is the Unisa OTK boot (sold at DSW). I am blown away by how similar they are compared to the 5050. *Update* These boots are now sold out but I found several identical dupes here for less: under $60, under $125, under $200 and under $250
As far as overall quality goes, they're not bad. Please keep in mind that they're 1/13 the cost of the 5050. The (faux) leather version did look kind of cheap in person but the suede version was beautiful. These boots run true to size. Not only do they fit my calf but they're also very comfortable (see photos). Available in 8 different colors from the basic back to the wild leopard print, there is certainly something for everyone. I didn't purchase them because there are a few other options that I'd like to try before making my decision. If you're on a budget or would rather spend your hard-earned money on something else other than designer footwear, I highly recommend these boots.
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