Frye Women's Harness 12R Boot - Stylish Leather Ankle Boots for Women | Perfect for Casual Outfits, Date Nights & Fall Fashion

Got these for my girlfriend and she loves them!!I heard once that if a pair of shoes isn't comfortable the minute you put them on your feet, they're never going to be. That the "breaking in" process doesn't really exist. I'm not sure whether I subscribe to that, but I will say that these boots were comfy from the first minute I put them on. That being said, it took a while to actually get them on. I can not wear socks with them; the friction of the sock rubbing against the suede interior creates a problem that can only be fixed (in my case at least) with naked feet. I think a trouser sock may work, but I don't have any to test that theory on. Also- I bought the distressed brown, love the color, but it's not nearly as dark as the picture would let you think. It looks more like the color 'tan' on the site. I'm extremely happy, but I want to make note of the color differences between reality and photography. It's extreme in this case. The distressed portion of the boot seems to be mainly in the shaft, it's very supple. The remainder of the boot looks, and is, much less flexible which I believe contributed to my having difficulty getting them on. There are reviews out there that state that there's plenty of room to tuck in skinny jeans, "and that's saying something because I have large calves". I was excited to read this because I too have large calves. I do not, however think there will be enough room to tuck in skinny jeans. I wore them last night with leggings, and that worked, but I'm skeptical about there being enough room for denim in my case. Word to the wise- MEASURE your calf before you order. The shaft height seems to begin at the top of the foot, 12" from the ankle is the top of the boot. Measure if 12" from your ankle and measure around your leg. If it's 16" or under, you're golden. Otherwise, these are going to scrunch a little. But I think that'd still be cute, because these boots are so gorgeous. I usually wear a 10, I bought a 10. I'd tried these on in a shoe store before buying on Amazon and found out that I can't get the 9.5 on (remember how hard it was to get the 10 on), I agree with the other reviewers that a half size smaller than normal size would probably fit better, but I know that for me personally I'd never be able to get them on to find out whether I'm right. So- with all that being said, if you love them and you've been lusting after them for years like I had been, rest assured that you're making a good purchase. You truly will love your Frye boots.I bought these boots after spending a long time researching and considering which style and size to get. I usually wear a size 8.5 but ordered a size 8 because so many people reported that this boot runs large, and I'm glad I did - the fit feels pretty close to perfect.As with almost any type of leather boot, this pair needed to be broken in. I wore thick socks with them and wore them around the house a lot, and managed to escape most of the blisters and cuts that way.The leather of these boots is really gorgeous and high-quality. It smells wonderful and seems to be sturdy and durable. I've been treating it periodically with Dr Martens Wonder Balsam because it's very snowy here currently and I don't want to get water stains or salt stains on my boots. They take to the Wonder Balsam very well.My main complaint about these boots is that the soles just aren't comfortable. They're slightly padded and have a little bit of give to them, but it just isn't enough. Even now that the rest of the boot is pretty well broken-in, the soles still feel uncomfortable if I'm doing a lot of walking or standing. I put in some foam Dr Scholls insoles, which helped a little, but I think I'm going to have to get some even more cushiony gel insoles in order to really make these boots comfortable.I also find that the boot rubs uncomfortably against the inner side of my left foot, often leaving that spot sore, but I think this may just be an issue of the shape of my feet rather than the boots themselves.Overall, I'd say, if you're looking for a pair of boots that are durable and will be able to last through even Canadian winters, these are probably a good choice. Just be aware that they might not be the most comfortable boots out there, and they might require some additional insoles to make them wearable for long stretches of time.I have wanted a pair of these boots for quite a while. After carefully reading all the reviews, I ordered a pair in a size 8. I normally wear 8½, but the majority of my shoes are athletic shoes. My dress shoes are either 8 or 8½. The 8 was too big, but because of the reviews, I played it very cautious and ordered a second pair... a size 7½. The return was practically effortless, but had to wait for the next pair to come before i could compare and return one.When the 7½ came, I found they were still too big. Better, but they still didn't fit as most of the reviews said... a little snug, but would stretch out to fit nicely... They still clomped on my feet and slid on my heel quite a bit as I walked. So much so, no matter the thickness of the sock, it was sucked down into the boot. So, I ordered a 7. Several weeks later from the start of this process, I finally have a pair of Frye harness boots that I can wear!Comparing the 7½ and 7, the difference is not in length or width of the sole, but in the amount of leather used across the instep (vamp) and heel. I have a relatively low instep, so the 7 fits better. If I had a high instep, I would have needed the 7½. I also have very skinny heels and ankles, so the narrower heel is more comfortable. I did notice the sole of the 8 was longer and wider than the 7½.I appreciate the returns being so easy. As a consumer, it was my decision to order the sizes I did, so I'm not upset that it took a bit to get it right. Even at this price, it needs to be right. But part of the savings I got from ordering from Amazon was spent in returns whereas some companies charge full price but have a paid return policies.My advice is to understand whether you have a high or low instep before ordering and whether you have narrow or wider ankles. The actual size of the sole is based on the first number and the generousness of the leather is based on even or half sizes.Now, I can't wait to get my size 7 boots dirty!I ordered these boots in plum, size 9 UK. I am American and know my size better in US sizing, where I am typically an 11. So, a note to other Americans ordering from Amazon UK - you may not fit what is supposed to be your "equivalent size" in UK brands (I find them to be smaller than claimed) but remember that ordering from a US company means the conversion is in your favor so go off of your US size and its stated UK conversion rather than your experiences with UK shoe sizing.These boots are fantastic. The Harness is such a classic Frye style that you really can't go wrong. It is a very well-designed and well-made boot. I could not be happier with this purchase - especially on such a great sale...it's still much cheaper than the US sticker price, which can be hard to find when ordering Frye Boots while abroad! These boots are about the most trust-worthy investment you can make these days - so go for it!The colour is great and at almost £100 cheaper than the other colours well worth the money. I have had aready had many comments about how people really like them. Absolutely the right length. Love them.I got these about a week ago and have worn them a couple of times now and I love them!They are extremely comfortable and just so nice. I had a couple of frye engineers before and these are just as lovely.The quality of the leather is just great and also they just feel sturdy like they're gonna last you for some time and I love that about frye boots. I would definitely recommend these!I found the boots difficult to get on at first (due to a combination of steep angle to get your foot around and there is not much 'give' in the leather) but once on they are very comfortable to wear. They look really good and are well constructed.Beautiful boots but has a narrow fit.