Blondo 'Vallera' Waterproof BootI just received these boots a week ago and I love them. I specifically bought them for an upcoming trip to London. I wanted something waterproof yet stylish, these deliver. I was worried after I read some reviews about the sizing and reports of them running small, but the size is perfect. I wear a 9 and they are a true fit. I do think if you have a bigger calf, these probably wouldn't work. They are comfortable and really no break in period required. They do run narrow so if your foot isn't, they would probably be uncomfortable. "I have thin calves, so it is not so easy to find boots that fit nicely. This one worked for me. The size runs a bit on the small side and so does the width (and I have narrow, skinny feet). I kept the 8.5 (my size) because they didn't have a size 9 and I loved these too much to return them. I can wear with thin socks. As for comfort, at first they feel stiff, but once you wear a couple of times, they get very comfortable. Oh! And they look sharp!!" Blondo 'Vallera' Waterproof Boot DetailsSophisticated waterproof leather defines a trendy riding boot decorated with seamed goring on the back shaft for a perfect fit.
Blondo 'Vallera' Waterproof Boot Reviews"These are my 4th pair of Blondo boots, I also have another style in 2 colors, but all the names of their tall boots sound the same to me ( very confusing when trying to compare them on the site, btw) so I can't tell you which. The other boots are similar, but have a cleated sole. I took them to New Orleans for a weekend, right out of the box, and they made my picky feet comfortable all weekend with alot of walking. I have large calves, and always, always, have trouble finding a boot I can get zipped up even without jeans in them. The first pair had elastic inserts and fit perfectly, but I wanted a dressier boot and loved the butterscotch color so ordered these and am THRILLED with them so far. Great leather, understated styling, just a classy equestrian that will be in style for the next 10 years at least. I found they ran true to size (81/2 for me) but I will say I too had trouble getting my foot into the boot. I didn't have that problem with the first type, but purchased 2 more short boots online from Nordstrom, which i returned today,same brand, because I never got as far as half my foot into the boot. These boots are great, and look very expensive, the leather is gorgeous." |