Keckley Women's Victorian Side-Lace Boots (Black/Black)

I debated for ages whether or not to buy these boots, as one of my feet is wider than the other and I have issues with numb toes as a result of too tight shoes on that foot and I wouldn't even have a chance to try these on first! But I took the plunge and bought a pair and got them a full size up after reading the other reviews re sizing.

So, these are hands down the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn. As a result of sizing up my thick stockings fit with the boots comfortably and the boot materials are very soft and supple and I cannot overstate how comfortable they are! Yes they take a few mintues to lace up but they look and feel divine!!!

Mine are the green/black boots, and I guess now I will have to save up for the grey/black ones :)

These absolute beauties are so comfortable! I did add an insert, but that's because I have flat feet and need them in all shoes. I've stood up and cooked all day in these, and the only foot weariness I had was a normal "I've been standing for six hours, and I'm not exactly used to that" kind. I can't speak yet to how well they wear in the long run, but I spend two to three days per week in these at work, and so far they're doing well! Do take care about them being a bit slippery though; I have scuffed and scuffed them and I still sometimes slide occasionally. Apart from that, they're gorgeous, comfortable, and fit like a dream. I would never say no to more 18th and 19th century flat styles!

First and foremost, as the other review said, consider sizing up a half size. They are a close fit in my normal size but have broken in well. I was surprised how well they fit in my ankle given I have narrow ankles but I was able to lace it to a nice close fit. I would say if you have thick ankles probably skip this style.

Also for just the day to day wear aspect, plan to put them on and not take them off until the end of the day. If you know you're going to visit somewhere you'll need to take your shoes off these aren't the ones for that day. They aren't hard to do up, they just take some time.

I love them! They’re softer than I would have expected too. My order got lost so they had to be remade, but customer service was very nice and kept me informed. 💕 definitely recommend!

These boots are very supple and closely-fitted to the foot, and very comfortable to wear. I did size up half from my regular size based on the part of the description about them lacking a toe box, and this was a good call, I think. I've worn them with tights/stockings as well as regular socks just fine, though a very thick sock wouldn't work, I suspect.