Ghillie Vintage Lace-Up Shoes (Black)

I usually get 8.5 I’m so grateful for the reviews because I placed an order where some shoes from American duchess I got were size 8, this pair I got in size 9 and all fit perfectly. I don’t usually write reviews but do listen to the comments for sizing! They are comfy, seem very well made and are good for work shoes at my office job. I did put on sole protectors so they don’t get too scuffed on the bottom

These shoes are insanely cute, obviously, but I was worried that they weren’t going to stand the comfort test. I was very very decently surprised by how comfortable they are. I haven’t had many expensive shoes or any made of leather, so I was skeptical. But, these shoes are so nice to wear and I haven’t gotten any blisters! At this point my only worry is that I will scuff them up! These shoes are almost too pretty to wear but I persist and wear them anywhere I can justify them. I also put in some nonslip pads on the bottom and some padding for the back of my heels, but I feel like I don’t really need them. They make me feel better about walking fast and confidently in them, but I think they can speak just as well on their own. I feel so happy that I took and chance and invested in these shoes before my size sold out. I’m definitely returning here if I need other formal shoes!

She absolutely loves them!

These make my size 11’s actually look small and they are so comfortable.

These are simply perfect. I ordered the 8 at first (I tend to wear an 8 in flats and go up to 8.5 in boots) but I exchanged for an 8.5.

I ordered a 1/2 size larger that usual and they fit beautifully and are super comfortable.

After reading the reviews I decided to go half a size up from my usual size and I'm glad that I did, they fit perfectly!

I really needed a pair of cute but practical shoes that I could dress up or down for everyday wear and these little beauties fit the bill perfectly.

I needed to go up half a size. I have narrow feet and usually wear a size 6 or 36 but I needed a 6.5 for no reason other than the sizing seems to be different on these. Nothing to do with the structure of the shoe. It is difficult to find shoes for dancing that have the leather soles so I really appreciate that the soles are a good thickness and not covered with rubber. And thank you for the second set of laces. Lovely shoes; I recommend ordering up half a size.

I love the wideness and the heel height. I might buy them a half size larger next time but I am afraid of doing so but with the return policy, I do not have to worry. I like this she style.

I was looking for some dress shoes to go with my kilt and these were perfect. I ordered a size up to accommodate different weight stockings/kilt socks, the laces made that fit best. I usually wear 7.5-8 and ordered 8.5, they were great

Very cute, just like photo, and I love that there are two different laces because I can't decide which one I like more.

I'm between a women's 11 and 12 and don't have a particularly wide foot, but one instep is higher than the other. I purchased the 12 here and need to add an insole. The tan is slightly darker in-person than it appears on my screen, but that's ok. Unfortunately, the laces do not stay tied. Once I get replacement laces, I think these will be a good staple in my closet.

I love these shoes, but my feet don't. I had to order a larger size but the toe box is just not wide enough for my feet. The shoe is entirely of leather and the leather inside is very soft. I am very mad at my feet.

These shoes are so well made and comfortable. I am usually a 6.5/7 US W but the 6 fit me fine. The leather inside is very soft and the heel doesn’t seem like it will rub.

I bought the Ghillies in my normal size. I found that they were a little short, so I sent them back and will order one full size larger. I have one other pair of American Duchess shoes, the Bessie boots, and they fit perfectly in my normal size. That’s why I thought the Ghillies would fit. What fabulous shoes this company offers! I’ll update on the Ghillies soon.

I got these on pre-order and they were well worth the wait. Super cute I don’t do very well with pointy shoes so these will be a cute alternative to my 18th century history, bounding phase. I do feel that they run a tad bit small though, so you may want to order up a half size.

I was phenomenally excited when I saw that American Duchess had released these shoes, being a 1940s afficionado but assuming shoes like this would never be a modern-day reality. I have narrow feet and usually wear a size 8.5 (rarely, but sometimes, a 9). I purchased these in an 8.5 and could feel my big toe pressing on the front of the shoe in a painful way. I decided to try the 9, and they fit! No more pain. My heel does not sit quite as snugly in them as in the 8.5's (though tightening the laces helps), but I have narrow heels and encounter that issue frequently. The 9's are entirely wearable and comfortable. The shoes are sturdy and structured and the metal eyelets will prevent the leather from stretching or tearing when the shoe is laced. The heel is a perfect, low height that feels very stable and comfortable. A beautiful, quality shoe!