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How do we all feel about combat/hiking boots? This trend sticking around for a while? I’m eyeing the Aquatalia croc embossed ones, but they’re $$$$ if they’ll be out of style in a year.
I wore them for real in the Marines and I just cant bring myself to wear them as fashion. I think they look cute and are here for a while but I just cant
 
I have several pairs of Joan of Arctic wedges and love them all. I have the same version as these from 2 years ago and they've held up very nicely. They look cute with my workwear as well, which comes in handy living in the NE.
I don’t have this specific style, mine are the lace up version, and I love them.
i live in Texas so don’t need that many lug sole boots, and dress in pants suits for work otherwise I would have added another pair. If I was in jeans or leggings I would totally wear these on daily in winter regardless of snow on the ground or not.
Are they a shoe that can be worn for a long period of time or do they make your feet sore at the end of the day?
 

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I wore them for real in the Marines and I just cant bring myself to wear them as fashion. I think they look cute and are here for a while but I just cant
I’m still active duty military and wear them daily so I feel mostly the same way. BUT, I’m actually loving these and will probably order them to try some looks and see if I’ll actually wear them. I can’t argue the practicality and comfort!

CHARLES DAVID Clout Combat Boot

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I saw them setting up at my store and got a look in-person at some things (across the ropes, of course). It sounds like some people get to go in and preview and have SAs hold things to ring tomorrow, but I can never get the time of day from an SA for the most part so I’ll probably just go after work tomorrow to see if anything else catches my eye. If it’s not available, that’s a sign I don’t need it anyway :lol:

A few of my definites so far in beauty are the Slip hair tie bundle , Olaplex set , and Oribe gold lust set.

Shoes so far are the Caslon Miller boots (don’t have a flat lug-soled boot, and these have phenomenal reviews) and On Cloudflow in rock/rose. I’ve tried these on in store and liked them, but they seem difficult to find on sale.

Do I need another Zella Amazing Crewneck? Probably not. But I wore the heck out of my grey one last year and am excited to see it in black. Definite yes for me.

A couple maybes include
*Teva shearling sandal (not practical but look so cute and comfy!),
*Zella Cara hoodie (wish it was a zip up, haven’t found a zip up I liked yet but love Zella sweaters)
*Kendra Scott Liza earrings in gold (just look cute!)
*Jenny Bird century chain necklace (I love it but it’s a little expensive for what it is, will probably try to find on a post-sale price drop)
*Caslon hoodie in rust spice (mostly just obsessed with the color lol, it will probably be another crappy fast fashion sweater but I’m sure I’ll buy it to see)

I may also pick up a couple more pairs of Halogen knit leggings too. I’m sure I’ll be forced to go back to office wear eventually, and these are office leggings haha

I feel like I found more items to be excited about last year? But I think that was after I went in store and tried them all on. We shall see!
Are the On Cloudflow tts? I’ve had them on my wishlist forever and so excited to see them as part of the sale! Just not sure if I should go up a 1/2 size.
 
How do we all feel about combat/hiking boots? This trend sticking around for a while? I’m eyeing the Aquatalia croc embossed ones, but they’re $$$$ if they’ll be out of style in a year.
I’m not sure how long the trend will last, but they are a classic style that will always be cool if you own the look and rock them. Kinda like cowboy boots…. They will be super popular for trendy millennials some seasons, but there will always be chic folks who can rock cowboy boots no matter the season or occasion. Frankly, all these specialty shoe styles are “cooler” in my mind when they aren’t on trend. It’s kinda badass when you see someone wearing hiking boots or cowboy boots or combat boots when nobody else is (and obviously, the real owners of these styles… military, PCT through hikers, etc. are the ultimate badasses).

I say go for it if you love the style and then just keep wearing them regardless of what the influencers say!
 
How do we all feel about combat/hiking boots? This trend sticking around for a while? I’m eyeing the Aquatalia croc embossed ones, but they’re $$$$ if they’ll be out of style in a year.

I bought enough last year and this year to last me a lifetime when so many designs were to my taste. Half the time I go out, I'm in a pair, so to me, they've become essentials. However, if they don't fit your wardrobe or lifestyle, then I wouldn't invest.
 
Does anyone have any experience with the Sorel Joan of Arctic wedges? I've always looked at them over the years but never purchased. This is my favorite version so far. I have a pair of waterproof/cold weather boots, but thought these would be nice when I don't want to wear something as heavy-duty/rugged. Any thoughts?

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I don't own the Joans, but I did get the ugg version a few years back. Nothing beats a slip on wedge for convenience and height. Looks great with skinny or fuller legged jeans, and this version is more fashionable than years past. Worth trying a pair on I'd say.
 
Does anyone have any experience with the Sorel Joan of Arctic wedges? I've always looked at them over the years but never purchased. This is my favorite version so far. I have a pair of waterproof/cold weather boots, but thought these would be nice when I don't want to wear something as heavy-duty/rugged. Any thoughts?

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I have a couple pairs of the Sorel Joan of Arctic wedges I got quite a few years ago (from 2016 and 2017 NAS sale!), and they've held up nicely. Mine are the lace ups. At first they felt heavy and I thought for sure my ankles would be sore by the end of the workday, but I was pleasantly surprised they weren't. They're quite comfortable and they are my go-to rainboots. I love the streamline look of this one, though I really do not need another one or I would totally get it.
 
I had the cashmere cable sweater in my wish list for $129
it is now listed for $349 and not part of the preview
I had the same thing happen with a coat! The Nordstrom Waterfall Lapel Double Face Wool & Cashmere Coat… it was listed at ~$396 on sale and was in my wishlist, but now says regular price $599 and is no longer listed in the Preview.
 
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