Can you stand another boots thread? What styles do you think are more classic?

[jerseygirl07067]

In my continued quest to upgrade my wardrobe, I am curious about this. I wound up ordering another pair of boots that I'm waiting on delivery. but now I'm having regrets though. They're slouchy knee high boots, with a flatter sole. I'm just concerned that next year they will be dated, which I'm trying to avoid! But I wanted something comfy for casual wear, running errands, etc. They were only $50 bucks the 9 West Outlet, and I see so many people wearing them, and they look cute, but I'm wondering if I should splurge for a higher quality, more classic style. I will add they're not true leather.

Thoughts? I could not find an exact picture, but they are similar to these, but in an espresso brown and the psuedo-leather:

http://www.zappos.com/ugg-abilene-deep-cobalt-suede

Any recs or pics of other options (if you don't like them), would be appreciated!

[kozachka]

These look fairly classic and should meet your needs just fine. You could also look for a pair of riding boots, if you want flat and more classic. There is a whole category devoted to them on Zappos. They are also known as equestrian boots. Like these Frye boots (http://www.zappos.com/frye-dorado-inside-zip-black-full-grain?zlfid=111). I am sure you can find similar style boots for much, much cheaper than that.

I would buy leather boots if you want a classic style that will also last a long time. It makes sense to invest in basics, and buy cheaper stuff in fun, trndy styles.

[TwinFoxes]

I don't have these, but there was a whole thread on these (http://www.target.com/Merona-Kamischel-Suede-Lug-Boots/dp/B002BZZ16U/ref=sc_qi_detailbutton) Target boots. They are cheaper, real leather (suede), and I think a more classic look. People here seem to love them. They come in other colors, but the gray is nice, a little unusual than black or brown, but still wearable.

[mezzona]

These look fairly classic and should meet your needs just fine. You could also look for a pair of riding boots, if you want flat and more classic. There is a whole category devoted to them on Zappos. They are also known as equestrian boots. Like these Frye boots (http://www.zappos.com/frye-dorado-inside-zip-black-full-grain?zlfid=111). I am sure you can find similar style boots for much, much cheaper than that.

I would buy leather boots if you want a classic style that will also last a long time. It makes sense to invest in basics, and buy cheaper stuff in fun, trndy styles.

This exactly. I had a pair of high quality flat leather riding boots that lasted almost 10 years and I got questions and compliments on them till the day they died!

I think you can't go wrong with good quality classics. They stand the test of time.

[jerseygirl07067]

I really like Frye boots. They are really pricey and a good investment, though I heard they stopped making some of them in the US. For that price, I would not be happy about that.

I am going to check them out, as well as the whole category of riding boots. :)

[PAfirsttimemom]

I want to get a pair of tall boots, too, and I think I'm going to go for the classic riding boot style. Seems versatile--can be dressed up or worn casually.

[jerseygirl07067]

I don't have these, but there was a whole thread on these (http://www.target.com/Merona-Kamischel-Suede-Lug-Boots/dp/B002BZZ16U/ref=sc_qi_detailbutton) Target boots. They are cheaper, real leather (suede), and I think a more classic look. People here seem to love them. They come in other colors, but the gray is nice, a little unusual than black or brown, but still wearable.

OMG! I have fallen off the deep end, lol. I wound up ordering a bunch of boots from Target, that were leather or suede,that were knock offs of the Frye boots. I ordered the above mentioned ones in black and brown, as well as a few other styles. My DH is going to commit me to the nuthouse when he sees all of these boxes of boots coming in the mail, as I wasn't sure of the sizing, so I ordered a 9, 9.5, and 10 of each.

I figured what the heck....the stores have nothing left in the styles and sizes I wanted, shipping is free, and I can return them to the store with no hassle. In a few years once the baby is in school and I'm working more I can afford real Frye boots, but for now, I will try the knockoffs!

How fun it is to shop online for boots after the holidays....fa la la la la, la la la la......:)