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boots review on FRYE Womens Jane Tall Taupe
For a few years now, I have looked for a tall black boot that is stylish but not so trendy that I won't be able to wear it past this season, and it has to be wearable (i.e., that I can actually walk in for long periods of time). When I would see an interesting boot, it invariably came down to the following: If I liked the height of the shaft, I didn't care for the shape of the heel. If the heel was the right height, the sole seemed thin. If the sole looked like it would last more than a week, the material of the boot looked flimsy. And so on. I couldn't find one boot that fit the bill...and believe me, I looked! I guess what makes me pickier is that I ride horses, and my tall English riding boots are of the durable material and walkable heel height that I feel is the minimum I would want. If they were a little more stylish (non-horsey) and comfortable (riding boots are made for riding, not walking), I probably would have just gone with another pair of real riding boots . However, they're not, and so I've continued to look. As I've browsed through the nicer clothes catalogs, every time I said, "Oh! Those are beautiful boots !", I realized that more often than not they were Frye boots . A friend of mine and I recently went through an entire mall looking for boots , and again, the ones that drew me were Frye.
So...I started looking at what was on amazon.com, and was immediately drawn to these Jane cuff boots . The smooth black leather is nice and substantial. The heel looks like stacked wood, but I understand it's leather, and it has an elegant, somewhat Westerny shape with a stable footprint. The heel height is exactly right: Not too tall, yet sufficient for a nice silhouette. The snap detail at the back of the knee is a subtle touch. The leather is split behind the knee for added comfortable (something different from actual English riding boots that at times makes them torturous ). While the boots come cuffed, I much prefer them straight up. One thing I don't like about most fashion boots is that they normally hit a couple of inches below the crease of the knee. My preference may be influenced because I'm used to the tall, elegant look of English riding boots , or because most fashion boots are made for shorter clients (I'm 5'8"). The uncuffed Frye Jane boots are the perfect height to give that tall, elegant look that I believe is so attractive. Lastly, there's the fit, and the best summary I can give is: Oh-my-gosh! I pulled on the boots over a pair of skinny jean leggings and regular cotton athletic-type socks. It took me a few moments to get them on (boot loops on the inside--like those in English riding boots --would have come in handy), and as soon as I walked around in them, I realized that they fit like a glove! The shaft fits regular-sized calves the same as the other brands of tall boots that I have (Bass, Jessica Simpson, Ugg, and a pair of stiletto boots from Victoria's Secret). I wear a 10M, and the foot was true to size. Absolutely no break-in was needed for a second-skin, forget-they're-on experience: I wore them all day right out of the box, with no rubbing or any other discomfort. I highly, HIGHLY recommend them!
One final note: These boots are not inexpensive. This is one of the reasons that I waited so long to get them. I did an extensive Internet and mall search, and I found out that Frye boots rarely go on sale (so if you see the ones you want reduced in price, SNAP THEM UP!). However, the alternative is to spend money for a pair of boots that are half or three-quarters of the price of these Frye boots . I did that with some other boots , and I found that I "wasted" money by buying lesser-quality boots that I was not thrilled with, and then had to replace them when they didn't last. These boots appear to be well-made of excellent materials, and so I would expect to get my money's worth in the long run...in addition to loving the fit and style from the get-go!
For a few years now, I have looked for a tall black boot that is stylish but not so trendy that I won't be able to wear it past this season, and it has to be wearable (i.e., that I can actually walk in for long periods of time). When I would see an interesting boot, it invariably came down to the following: If I liked the height of the shaft, I didn't care for the shape of the heel. If the heel was the right height, the sole seemed thin. If the sole looked like it would last more than a week, the material of the boot looked flimsy. And so on. I couldn't find one boot that fit the bill...and believe me, I looked! I guess what makes me pickier is that I ride horses, and my tall English riding boots are of the durable material and walkable heel height that I feel is the minimum I would want. If they were a little more stylish (non-horsey) and comfortable (riding boots are made for riding, not walking), I probably would have just gone with another pair of real riding boots. However, they're not, and so I've continued to look. As I've browsed through the nicer clothes catalogs, every time I said, "Oh! Those are beautiful boots!", I realized that more often than not they were Frye boots. A friend of mine and I recently went through an entire mall looking for boots, and again, the ones that drew me were Frye.
ReplyDeleteSo...I started looking at what was on amazon.com, and was immediately drawn to these Jane cuff boots. The smooth black leather is nice and substantial. The heel looks like stacked wood, but I understand it's leather, and it has an elegant, somewhat Westerny shape with a stable footprint. The heel height is exactly right: Not too tall, yet sufficient for a nice silhouette. The snap detail at the back of the knee is a subtle touch. The leather is split behind the knee for added comfortable (something different from actual English riding boots that at times makes them torturous ). While the boots come cuffed, I much prefer them straight up. One thing I don't like about most fashion boots is that they normally hit a couple of inches below the crease of the knee. My preference may be influenced because I'm used to the tall, elegant look of English riding boots, or because most fashion boots are made for shorter clients (I'm 5'8"). The uncuffed Frye Jane boots are the perfect height to give that tall, elegant look that I believe is so attractive. Lastly, there's the fit, and the best summary I can give is: Oh-my-gosh! I pulled on the boots over a pair of skinny jean leggings and regular cotton athletic-type socks. It took me a few moments to get them on (boot loops on the inside--like those in English riding boots--would have come in handy), and as soon as I walked around in them, I realized that they fit like a glove! The shaft fits regular-sized calves the same as the other brands of tall boots that I have (Bass, Jessica Simpson, Ugg, and a pair of stiletto boots from Victoria's Secret). I wear a 10M, and the foot was true to size. Absolutely no break-in was needed for a second-skin, forget-they're-on experience: I wore them all day right out of the box, with no rubbing or any other discomfort. I highly, HIGHLY recommend them!
One final note: These boots are not inexpensive. This is one of the reasons that I waited so long to get them. I did an extensive Internet and mall search, and I found out that Frye boots rarely go on sale (so if you see the ones you want reduced in price, SNAP THEM UP!). However, the alternative is to spend money for a pair of boots that are half or three-quarters of the price of these Frye boots. I did that with some other boots, and I found that I "wasted" money by buying lesser-quality boots that I was not thrilled with, and then had to replace them when they didn't last. These boots appear to be well-made of excellent materials, and so I would expect to get my money's worth in the long run...in addition to loving the fit and style from the get-go!
ReplyDeleteThis is my all time favorite boot. It is so comfortable and pretty. It works with the cuff up or down and can be dressy or sporty. The heel is just high enough to give some height without relegating the boot to the " okay, I'll be sitting most of the time " category. I love it!
ReplyDeleteI purchased these in black and they are just gorgeous! Excellent quality as are all Frye boots. These do not quite cover my knee, and I am 5'5". I have semi-muscular calves and these provide plenty of room, however they are a little tricky to pull on. I usually wear a 71/2 or 8 in shoes and boots and ordered the 8 and they fit perfectly. It should be noted that these are definitely not for someone with wider feet. Comfortable from thefray 1! A little pricey, but they will stand the test of time.
ReplyDeleteI already owned the Frye Jane Tall Cuff boot in black, and loved it so much I bought the same boot in Taupe. I am 5'10", so i wear this boot uncuffed and it comes to the bottom of my knee. The Taupe is lighter and has more white in the distressing than the picture shows, but because the boot is real leather, it can easily be oiled and the color darkened. This boot went on sale, as it is 2 years old, and the quality is amazing for the price. I recommend any boot by Frye, they will last forever.
ReplyDeleteComfortable with an adequate heel height. Order one size up because the ankle is a little hard to get in.
ReplyDeleteI have these boots in burnished slate and they are so comfortable and are a perfect fit. When I opened the box I walked around all day in them and there was no break in needed. The heel is 2 1/2 inches high which is a nice
ReplyDeleteheight. I have another pair of Frye's and love them too! You can't go wrong with these they go with so many outfits.