Customer Reviews

EMU Australia Women's Bordeaux Boot

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It's frustrating shopping for shoes online because you can so seldom get the kind of details you need to make a good decision, so I'm going to be as thorough as I can.

I chose these after shopping around a while, because I wanted reasonably attractive, solid, warm, knee-high boots with a low heel (are high-heeled winter boots even sane?) and no-nonsense tread for slippery snow and ice. The only downside is that these aren't waterproof, but I can do that myself and you can't have everything for under $100.

Size--in shoes, what does that even mean? Some people said these boots run big, others that they were sized accurately. I typically wear a 6 in sneakers, but in dress shoes and some boots I run a 5.5 or even sometimes a 5, so I wasn't sure what size to get, but I finally ordered a size 6. When I got them and put them on, they were tight in the toe, but that adjusted within 15 minutes or so, and they feel fine now. Either the leather stretched or the wool compacted a bit. They might even end up a little loose, but the lacings are arranged well so that I can tighten them comfortably. If you like thick socks, you'll have room for them.

I've got large calves for my size, but they fit well with no gaps in the front. I can even tuck my pant legs inside, which is just as well. The boots do fit under boot-cut jeans, but a little awkwardly. And there's no way these boots will chafe! That can be a major problem for me, but the wool lining is everywhere, so there's no way these'll end up rubbing my ankles raw.

Everything is double-stitched, the leather is durable, the fittings are sturdy, and the soles are solid. The tread feels reliable; not quite as hardcore as the lugged soles you'll see on some Skechers boots or Doc Martens, but the rubber grips well.

These boots are not quite as pretty as they look in the pictures. I still think they're fairly attractive, but once you get them on, you'll realize they mean business and they look like it. First and foremost, these are practical boots. The suede is not butter-soft or delicate. It's a bit rough in texture, not the kind you need to worry about being ruined on salted pavements, and I can tell it'll take waterproofing treatments well.

The wool, likewise, is not plushy, decorative fleece. It's *real wool* shorn off the sheep (be aware, anybody who's allergic to that stuff), so while it's as soft as any wool I've ever seen, it's still a coarser texture than a fuzzy flannel or fleece lining. I think it feels good, like I've got my feet wrapped in fluffy blankets. It's definitely warm! But it will compact down so it won't be as fluffy as it is now after I've used the boots for a little while.

I could pull off wearing these with a skirt or dress. They're not ugly, they just have a functional look to them.
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Extremely comfortable,completely fleece lined for warmth, well made & a nice look. The sizing is accurate,so perfect fit. My only concern was ability to repel snow/water, which I took care of by waterproofing them myself(which did NOT effect the fleece or suede). All in all very happy with this item.

These boots are super cute and comfortable, I read where some people in the reviews I read thought the wool lining looked cheap, its merino wool! that is softest, finest wool you can get! hello!
I love them and I got a great price on them too!

Well yesterday, I just got these boots in the mail. I waterproofed them and they are just purely awesome. They are really pratical for a girl like myself. I am a college student so these boots are exciting. Good price

I have finally found the boots I wanted, they fitted perfectly and are fantastic the price was good and the delivery was quick. I love my bordeaux boots

A very satisfied customer

uk

I bought these boots for my 17 year old daughter. She loves them! They are stylish and warm enough for cold Vermont winters. The only downside to the boots is the rather extensive "lacing" required. To get the boots snug takes several minutes, but other than that she thinks they are great.

This is a cute and comfortable boot! I love them. However, they aren't water proof, you'll need to do that yourself. But, they are fantastic!

These boots ROCK!! I live in Minnesota and take public transportation into downtown St. Paul. I wanted a pair of boots that were stylish, comfy, and most importantly, warm. These things are great! They're true to size, comfortable and keep my feet nice and warm, which is hard because I have a circulatory disorder in my toes (Raynaud's). I will be wearing them to tromp through the snow tomorrow Christmas shopping!

When I first tried these boots on, I thought they were too tight, but once they were on and I started walking in them I found them to be extremely comfortable. Do be aware, though, that the lining is wool attached to a fabric matrix and not sheepskin. Little bits of wool do come off - not serious amounts. I love the soles because they're more like a sport shoe and have good grip without the deep grooves some boots have which track huge amounts of snow into the house. The wool lining provides nice padding, too, and is very warm in cold weather. I've wanted a nice, tall pair of boots for years but could never find them. Finally - these are exactly the length I wanted - fully to my knee. I love these boots!