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drati said:
There are a couple of shops in Auckland that stock the Dickers. Adorno and Fabric. Not sure about any other centres but it's probably best if you try them on before buying. In terms of pricing you're much better off buying them locally. They retail for under 700 NZ at Fabric and a little over 700 at Adorno.

I'd say you're probably a 39.
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Hi Drati :)

Thank you so much for that information! I rang Fabric and they are getting a new shipment in Feb so I'm on the wait list. Do you think the next shipment of Dickers will have the same sizing (true to size)? I got someone to measure my foot properly and it is 25.5cm, so I'm thinking the size 40 as I was told the size 39 insole measurement is 25.4cm which would be too small. How did you go for sizing?
Thanks so much!
 
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starwoman said:
Hi Drati :)

Thank you so much for that information! I rang Fabric and they are getting a new shipment in Feb so I'm on the wait list. Do you think the next shipment of Dickers will have the same sizing (true to size)? I got someone to measure my foot properly and it is 25.5cm, so I'm thinking the size 40 as I was told the size 39 insole measurement is 25.4cm which would be too small. How did you go for sizing?
Thanks so much!
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Will you be able to pop into Fabric to try them on? But even if it's mail order, since it's just a local courier it's easy to send back and exchange if the size isn't right.

I have no idea what next season's fit will be like. I have a couple of pairs from different seasons and found that the fit is consistent. My foot measurement is 27.5 and the size 41 fits me perfectly. I usually wear size 42 but in the Dickers and the Dixies the 41 fits nicely.
 
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Fabric is in Auckland and I live in Christchurch so I won't be able to. I could exchange them but they will probably sell out fast and the store has no refunds just store credit. I think that the 39s may be too small, since 25.4cm is smaller than my foot. I have a similar pair of boots to the Dickers in a size 40 which are slightly too big, but with insoles and socks they are fine.

Apart from sizing do the boots wear well and are they comfy?
Thanks for your help!
 
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starwoman said:
Fabric is in Auckland and I live in Christchurch so I won't be able to. I could exchange them but they will probably sell out fast and the store has no refunds just store credit. I think that the 39s may be too small, since 25.4cm is smaller than my foot. I have a similar pair of boots to the Dickers in a size 40 which are slightly too big, but with insoles and socks they are fine.

Apart from sizing do the boots wear well and are they comfy?
Thanks for your help!
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They are very comfortable, yes. There is no cushioning though so my feet do get tired if I walk around in them all day long. But fine to wear all day if it's a combination of sitting/standing/walking. The leather sole is thin so I would recommend putting an extra sole on after you've worn them a few times. This makes them a bit more water resistant too.

The suede wears beautifully. I've worn one particular pair a lot in the last 18 months (practically daily) and they still look great. The general signs of wear just add to the charm, IMO. The veneer is coming off the heel in a couple of places (others have mentioned this) and the nape wearing off at the back of the heel on the right boot (from driving). Neither are very obvious though so I'm OK with it.

What colour are you looking for? And I definitely agree, it's better to buy a little larger than too small.
 
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drati said:
They are very comfortable, yes. There is no cushioning though so my feet do get tired if I walk around in them all day long. But fine to wear all day if it's a combination of sitting/standing/walking. The leather sole is thin so I would recommend putting an extra sole on after you've worn them a few times. This makes them a bit more water resistant too.

The suede wears beautifully. I've worn one pair for over a year now practically every day and they still look great. The only obvious wear is some of the veneer coming off the heel (others have mentioned this) and the nape wearing off at the back of the heel on the right boot (from driving). Neither are very obvious though so I'm OK with it.

What colour are you looking for? And I definitely agree, it's better to buy a little larger than too small.
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Hi Drati, you are such an IM expert, I love it! I see that you live in NZ like me, where did you get your soles done? I'm torn between the black, taupe and anthracite. I'm pretty sure Fabric won't be restocking anthracite as they are hard to find, but do you prefer the taupe or black? I did want to buy black as I don't own a black pair of boots, but am wondering if they are more boring? I usually wear dark blue or black jeans so want the best match for those.

After reading through pages and pages I am still confused about sizing between the 39 and 40. My foot is 25.5 which is closer to the size 40 at 26.6, but do you think that gap would be too much?

Thanks for all your help!
 
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Hi ladies! I know I am defo on the list for the Dickers when they come in in February, and I always thought I'd choose black, but now I'm torn between the black and the taupe. I know the taupe colour has changed this season so could anyone pretty please post pics of their ss12 taupe dickers so I can see the colour? Thanks so much everyone :)
 
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starwoman said:
Hi Drati, you are such an IM expert, I love it! I see that you live in NZ like me, where did you get your soles done? I'm torn between the black, taupe and anthracite. I'm pretty sure Fabric won't be restocking anthracite as they are hard to find, but do you prefer the taupe or black? I did want to buy black as I don't own a black pair of boots, but am wondering if they are more boring? I usually wear dark blue or black jeans so want the best match for those.

After reading through pages and pages I am still confused about sizing between the 39 and 40. My foot is 25.5 which is closer to the size 40 at 26.6, but do you think that gap would be too much?

Thanks for all your help!
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If it helps I am a 38 in Acne and 38.5 Rag & Bone - but had to go to a 39 in the Dicker - I am a UK 5 and US 8 ...wish there was consistent worldwide sizing lol!
 
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Poppys Style said:
If it helps I am a 38 in Acne and 38.5 Rag & Bone - but had to go to a 39 in the Dicker - I am a UK 5 and US 8 ...wish there was consistent worldwide sizing lol!
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Interesting. I have the pistol boot also in size 41 and the Dicker fits me perfectly in size 41. Usually I wear a size 42. Maybe it's the shape of them too that makes a difference.
 
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I've just had mine resoled by the local cobbler because it was easy. He did an OK job. But if you have access to a good shoe repair place I'd go there. There are a couple of good places here in Auckland but they were too hard for me to get to.

Do you know what colours Fabric will be getting in? They should be able to tell you. I'd say look at lots of pictures in this thread and on the web and you'll get a good idea of what the different colours look like. And then consider how you'll like to wear these boots. Black is versatile but can look a little harsh on bare skin. But it's gorgeous with jeans, leggings etc and a good choice if you don't have any boots already. But all the colours are great -- it really depends on your style and what's in your wardrobe.

starwoman said:
Hi Drati, you are such an IM expert, I love it! I see that you live in NZ like me, where did you get your soles done? I'm torn between the black, taupe and anthracite. I'm pretty sure Fabric won't be restocking anthracite as they are hard to find, but do you prefer the taupe or black? I did want to buy black as I don't own a black pair of boots, but am wondering if they are more boring? I usually wear dark blue or black jeans so want the best match for those.

After reading through pages and pages I am still confused about sizing between the 39 and 40. My foot is 25.5 which is closer to the size 40 at 26.6, but do you think that gap would be too much?

Thanks for all your help!
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Hi ladies, I am considering buying a pair of Dickers soon and then getting my ones from NZ but on La Garconne the sizing is in French sizes. Does this mean if I was going to purchase a EUR40, I would get a FR41? Very confusing!
 
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I am so happy! I have been lusting over the Dickers for ages now, but really wanted either the black (for winter to wear with leggings) or new season taupe-grey.

I was just browsing Matches and came across the taupe-grey pair and quickly ordered them without a moment's hesitation!

I am normally a 38.5, and I ordered the 39. The sizing advice is so inconsistent everywhere. NAP says to order half a size down for people who wear half sizes, while Matches says to go half a size up.

I went with Matches' advice, as I figure it will be a lot easier and more comfortable to add an insole, than to have to stretch the boots if they are too small.

I can't wait to receive them. They are such a great price on Matches! Only AU $440, and I found a free shipping code, so saved myself $45 on shipping.

If only they had the black in stock too, I probably would have bought the black also. La Garconne has the black in 39, but they are more expensive.
 
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