FRYE BOOT MODELING & REFERENCE THREAD! POST YOUR PICTURES! *Please Read First Post*

[cooper1]

Awwww Tara!!!! You are making me BLUSH!
And they Look AWESME!
I LVE the Socks As Well As I LVE to wear Crazy Socks with my Boots also!
The distressed Look will go with any thing and will never go out of Style!
Keep us all updated As to how the stretching goes for you!

YAY! Yes, I wear wacky crazy socks (frequently mis-matched) with pretty much everything. I really love these boots! The leather is very thick and stiff tho. I think once the stretching occurs, they will be a daily favorite!!!

 

[Porter4]

I got my first Frye boots this year for my birthday, Harness 12R in tan. I LOVE these boots! I always get compliments when I wear them. I have a friend that has had her Harness boots for 20 years; they still look awesome! Frye's are amazing! So, of course I am planning my next purchase, and I am eyeing the engineers. When I bought my Harness boots, I also tried on the Veronica shortie. I didn't care for where it hit me on my leg, the 12R Harness was much more flattering. So...my thought process was that maybe I should go with the 8R engineer. I did see online that the heel on the 12R engineer is .5 inch higher than the Veronica shortie, but I was thinking the 12R would probably hit basically the same place on the leg. Does anyone own or have tried on both the 12R engineer and the Veronica shortie? Do they hit at the same place on the leg? I bought my Harness boots at Nordstrom, but they do not carry the engineer 8R, and only the 12R online. I would appreciate any input.

 

[Porter4]

Sorry, messed that up. I started a thread for conversation. Please forgive my mispost!

 

[Ryvyan]

Hi there!

I want to buy a pair of short flat boots. My previous pair was not expensive, but I was still rather sad when the sole (irreplaceable) came apart from excessive rain and snow because I love the style.

Because of its lack of water-tightness, I had to buy rainboots on my last holiday that came up to below my knees but it was clunky comparatively even though I chose the least bulky pair. I'm kind of put off longer boots because it's not practical for myself, but the Veronica Slouch is very attractive (though I like the zipper on the Phillip Harness more!)

I live in a tropical country so these would be pretty much my only pair and they would only be used for when I travel to a cooler country.

The style I like:

The boot on my right foot (your left) is unzipped while the other boot on the other foot is zipped up. Please ignore the brown patch on my jeans; it's just mud from when I slipped in the Highlands.

I like this because it has a zip down the inside of the boot which makes insertion and removal easy. It also cuts off nicely and I do not need to look for higher boots that fit my large calves (~16 inches).

I really liked the Veronica Shortie but it does not have a zipper, and I don't want to look like my ankles are swimming in the boots while I have to struggle to put it in everyday. However, there is a discount on Taupe/Burnt Red on Endless (~$120) that is very attractive and I'm slightly tempted even though I want it in brown!

I also like the short Phillip Harness) because it is short and has a zipper, but there does not seem to be many reviews on it except that the zipper could be a little tough. There's also the Jayden Cross with the zipper by the side so that looks good.

Anyone with either boots can comment? Is it also a little narrow in front? I have slightly wider feet and I don't really want to squash my feet into a pair of boots. I can't buy multiple pairs to try because I'd have to pay for returns and they're not that cheap.

And what's the difference between the cognac and the dark brown? It looks exactly the same! I would want to get it in a pair similar to that in the picture I posted, because the colour fits with everything I have.

Thanks in advance! I have a holiday coming up in December and I don't really want to wear my Converse sneakers again (wore them in Tokyo just last month...)

 

[sep]

I got my new Veronica Slouch distressed boots on Friday and was torn about the sizing, but after messaging the awesome Matt and his killer advice, I am keeping this size and plan to have the toe-box area stretched.
I usually wear a solid size 8 in most all shoes (an occasional 7.5 if they run big) but I have wide feet with very high arches. I ordered these in an 8 and upon receiving them I immediaitely thought I should have ordered the 8.5 because altho they are the right length toe-to-heel, they are very tight across the toe box (too narrow). I absolutely love this style and Matt explained that a cobbler can stretch the toe box area (the only part that feels uber tight on me) and with wearing them a few hours around the house each day, they are getting easier to pull on & off.....soooo, here they are! What do you think?? My birthday present to myself!

Thank you so very much, Matt!!!

HEY MAMA! Long time no talk! Okay so I have my finger on the trigger to get these but they look so different on every website... I love the look of yours (they look like the ones in the Free People pics but they don't have my size anymore)... They have my size on Revolve but the toes don't look distressed in their pics so I'm not sure if they are the same... Where did you find these and are you stillloving them? They look HOT TAMALE!

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY!!!!!

 

[cooper1]

Hi SEP!!
I actually scored my boots on eBay thru seller "hitch-n-post". They accept decent best offers too! The really distressed boots I have are no longer available thru retail purchase, but I think they still have a few pair on ebay. They are awesome! I was thinking I needed to have them stretched, but I have been wearing them like crazy and I am not sure I need to after all!

How's the lil' munchkin doing? I need pic updates of her!!!

 

[sep]

Hi SEP!!
I actually scored my boots on eBay thru seller "hitch-n-post". They accept decent best offers too! The really distressed boots I have are no longer available thru retail purchase, but I think they still have a few pair on ebay. They are awesome! I was thinking I needed to have them stretched, but I have been wearing them like crazy and I am not sure I need to after all!

How's the lil' munchkin doing? I need pic updates of her!!!

Very nice! I'll check out eBay!

The little one is doing great... I can't believe my baby is now a toddler! It went WAAAAAY too quickly! I'll send you new pics! Smooches!

 

[klj]

Well, I honestly never realized how gorgeous these harness boots were (especially this broken in) until I saw this bloggers post... ...thanks to her I have a pair on the way! I ordered half a size down after reading everyone's suggestions here so hopefully they will fit.

http://www.bloglovin.com/m/803853/4...GWUl5ZDY1bzFUZjglMkZ3aGl0ZXBhcmFkaXNlLmh0bWw=

LOVE..Harness's are by far my fav's
I have 12R's in the Tan but think I'm after the 15's. I also agree...half size down

 

[piperbaby]

Do the Jane 14 boots run small? I hear people talking about them being hard to get on. I normally wear a 10 in a street shoe. Sometimes could use a 10.5 in flats. I am tempted to order a Jane in 11 but am afraid it would be really big. My foot measures about 10 1/4 inches.

Thanks

 

[gmo]

Hey! I'm not sure if you got a response to your post or if you've already made a purchasing decision, but here's my 2 cents.

I had the Veronica slouch style in the tall style, not the shortie, and they weren't my favorite. I just didn't like the fit or the look of them on me. As far as shorter styles go, I have the Engineer 8R, and used to have the Engineer 12R, both of which I loved. But, that being said, they're a bulkier, heavier boot without a zipper.

I do, however, own the Philip Harness in the short style. I took them in my true size, an 8, and they fit well. Other Frye styles I size a half size up or down, depending on the style. These ones fit well in my true size. However, I purchased them used (eBay) and the zipper was broken on one of them. Given that this style isn't that old, the boots couldn't have been that old, and to already have a broken zipper was a bit of a disappointment. Now, if you buy them brand new and keep your receipt, Frye will do the repairs free of charge as long as its within warranty (I forget the timing on their warranty). All you do is pay to ship your boots to their restoration center. I didn't have that option, so I ended up shelling out $50 for a new zipper out of my own pocket. So I have one zipper that is original Frye, and another that was a replacement zipper (thought the cobbler did his best to match the zippers). The new zipper is much easier to pull up and down than the original Frye zipper. Despite the hassle, I love these boots very much and would definitely recommend them, as long as you know what you're in for with the zipper.

Lastly, if you buy through Zappos there's free shipping and returns, so there's an option.

Hope that helps!

Hi there!

I want to buy a pair of short flat boots. My previous pair was not expensive, but I was still rather sad when the sole (irreplaceable) came apart from excessive rain and snow because I love the style.

Because of its lack of water-tightness, I had to buy rainboots on my last holiday that came up to below my knees but it was clunky comparatively even though I chose the least bulky pair. I'm kind of put off longer boots because it's not practical for myself, but the Veronica Slouch is very attractive (though I like the zipper on the Phillip Harness more!)

I live in a tropical country so these would be pretty much my only pair and they would only be used for when I travel to a cooler country.

The style I like:

The boot on my right foot (your left) is unzipped while the other boot on the other foot is zipped up. Please ignore the brown patch on my jeans; it's just mud from when I slipped in the Highlands.

I like this because it has a zip down the inside of the boot which makes insertion and removal easy. It also cuts off nicely and I do not need to look for higher boots that fit my large calves (~16 inches).

I really liked the Veronica Shortie but it does not have a zipper, and I don't want to look like my ankles are swimming in the boots while I have to struggle to put it in everyday. However, there is a discount on Taupe/Burnt Red on Endless (~$120) that is very attractive and I'm slightly tempted even though I want it in brown!

I also like the short Phillip Harness) because it is short and has a zipper, but there does not seem to be many reviews on it except that the zipper could be a little tough. There's also the Jayden Cross with the zipper by the side so that looks good.

Anyone with either boots can comment? Is it also a little narrow in front? I have slightly wider feet and I don't really want to squash my feet into a pair of boots. I can't buy multiple pairs to try because I'd have to pay for returns and they're not that cheap.

And what's the difference between the cognac and the dark brown? It looks exactly the same! I would want to get it in a pair similar to that in the picture I posted, because the colour fits with everything I have.

Thanks in advance! I have a holiday coming up in December and I don't really want to wear my Converse sneakers again (wore them in Tokyo just last month...)

 

[rachaelrocks]

Love this thread!! I am obsessed with Frye boots and refuse to buy any others. A cheap pair of shoes makes any outfit look cheap! I wish I could post all my boots but some are at my other house! Here are a few!

 

[renza]

I'm thinking about ordering a pair of the Melissa Button Boots, Extended Calf, in Cognac--does anyone have experience with this color or with the extended calf size?
Also, I am wondering which size I should try for the Melissa. In other brands I wear 8.5/9, usually 9 for shoes with socks, and my feet are on the wider side of average.
I wear 8.5 in Frye Harness, Missy Wedge, and Rogan Engineer, and 9 in Veronica Slouch.

 

[_Shelly_]

I've been looking for a new pair of Frye boots on Zappos. I'm excited for Fall to get here so I can get into my skinny jeans and boots!!!

So far my absolute favorite pair of boots I own are my Frye Jane Tall Cuff boots in Taupe!!! I also have the distressed brown Carmen Short and Sabrina 14L in gray.

Now I need a pair of black Frye boots... any suggestions?

 

[Fee4zy]

I've been looking for a new pair of Frye boots on Zappos. I'm excited for Fall to get here so I can get into my skinny jeans and boots!!!

So far my absolute favorite pair of boots I own are my Frye Jane Tall Cuff boots in Taupe!!! I also have the distressed brown Carmen Short and Sabrina 14L in gray.

Now I need a pair of black Frye boots... any suggestions?

Love my black Veronica Slouch. But mine are 6 or 7 years old and still had that thick, chewy leather. I haven't been super impressed with their black leather lately, hopefully thats changed.

 

[klj]

I love my black Dorado's..I suggest those

I've been looking for a new pair of Frye boots on Zappos. I'm excited for Fall to get here so I can get into my skinny jeans and boots!!!

So far my absolute favorite pair of boots I own are my Frye Jane Tall Cuff boots in Taupe!!! I also have the distressed brown Carmen Short and Sabrina 14L in gray.

Now I need a pair of black Frye boots... any suggestions?