I have been looking for a pair of flat brown/camel boots, leather or suede for awhile now. I hardly ever wear flats but realized I just can’t shop in heels anymore. It’s just not right to suffer in that much pain while hunting for deals. So besides my Uggs, which are not attractive but comfortable as heck- I have no other flat shoes/boots. I came across this one online when BR was having their sale a couple of weeks ago and decided to give them a try because they seemed really cute online and the price was about $105 before tax.
Boots: Banana Republic Hina Suede Boots in Spice color- size 5 (buy HERE)
Please excuse the non-cute outfit, I was mainly trying to focus on the boot review:)
Here is the sideview with my GAP legging jeans in faded dark in 00 wash tucked in.
(sorry Blogger deleted all my photos)
Here is the back view. See there is the cute cuff with slit on the back. This is one of my fav details.
Here is a closer side view shot so you can see the circumference. Not bad, a bit of a gap but it leaves room to tuck in your jeans. The boots didn’t seem to be THAT comfortable, the left foot bed seemed a bit hard on the ankle area, not sure what that is from.
Material is 100% genuine suede. Very high quality except there was a slight bald spot on the first boot near the side- do you see it? That bugged me!
Bottom of the shoe is rubber so it doesn’t make too much noise- which is perfect for me while I am shopping. I am a heavy walker in heels so everyone thinks an elephant is stomping around when it’s just petite me!
Price: Was $225, on sale for $149 plus 30% off = $105
Not bad for genuine suede boots!
The heel measures 3/4″ which is nice because it’s not entirely flat. Quality of Banana Republic boots was surprisingly great! The box and everything it came in was very well packaged. The details on the stitching was excellent. Besides the few bald spots, the boot was very well made. From my understanding, Clark actually makes Banana Republic boots per the SA at the store. Not sure if this is 100% true but that’s what I heard.
Style: I love the whole slouchy look of suede boots because leather boots always tend to wrinkle at the ankle area so this definitely is avoided by selecting slouchy suede boots. The color is SPICE which I do love. I wear A TON of neutrals especially when shopping so this color would match with pretty much everything.
The shaft height measures 16″ which is a bit tall for my taste. Unless you are going for OTK (over the knee look), this is too much for my short legs. It almost is overwhelming. The circumference is 15.5 inches which isn’t too bad when wearing skinny jeans tucked in but alone, it was too wide. I prefer my shaft height to be 14″ tall and the circumference to be 14″ as well. I do not have tiny calves by any means but they are small enough where it is tough to find boots that fit my calves.
VERDICT: Return, don’t love it even for the good price. I think it’s cute but not cute enough for me to keep.
I found these Cole Haan Liberty Flat Boots in chocolate in size 5 on major sale at Nordstrom’s, made the mistake of tweeting it and someone bought the last pair of 5’s! Now the chocolate is completely sold out! I am so bummed!:(
What are your thoughts? Any suggestions for me on nice flat boots? I think I want leather instead of suede. I have 4 pairs of suede high heel boots so for the flat ones, I’m thinking brown leather.
I actually quite like these BR ones on you (boo about the bald spot). I am on the hunt for a pair of nice low heeled boots too so will be checking back for suggestions. And your outfit IS cute, you can do no wrong Annie. 🙂
I'm with you, Annie on the boots. I think it's a bit big on you. I support for return. I love your cute outfit, I don't think you are able to be un-cute. 🙂
They look a tad overwhelming on your frame which is unfortunate because the color is so gorgeous! I highly recommend boots by Born – they are super comfy and made of leather. I've also heard good things about Frye. I only have their platform sandals and they are surprisingly comfy so I'm guessing that their flat boots would also be comfortable.
I agree with you. I don't love them on you. They're a tad big for your calves. I am not a big fan of the slouchy look. The leather is a lot easier to take care of than the suede. I hope size 5 will be popping back for you. If you’re going to the outlet tomorrow, Cole Haan might have something you’d like. Good luck!
Like everyone else, I agree that you can find better fitting flat boots than this. Not sure what your budget is, but you can give J.Crew a try. I remember seeing some before. I'd also give Cole Haan stores a call to see if they have any leather ones in store. The suede version is only $50 more than Nordstrom's price. Good luck!
i really like how these boots look on you but agree they are a bit big when you look at it from the side. hopefully you'll find something when you go to the outlets today!
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you look simply sweet and casual! the boots are great =D
Frye boots are amazing. My favourites are the Frye Veronica's- they are a great shaft height for petites and SUPER comfy. They fit my calves really well. Frye's aren't cheap by any stretch of the imagination but are worth it IMO.
The Cole Haan size 5s are back. Go get 'em!
@Megz Thanks so much! I will def check Frye's out! 🙂
@Anonymous OH NO! I just checked and it's gone again! 🙁 Thanks for thinking of me!!!
Annie, just pop down to Nordies (if there's one nearby) and get them to do a search for the boots in your size- they'll ship them to you for $7 🙂
Talking to online customer service usually gets me nowhere but a search by a SA instore usually finds the item.
you have such thick hair! It can never be stringy like mine.
I think your outfit is cute!!! still a fan of these gap legging jeans on you.
I'm indifferent about the boots.
@AubreyOhDang! OMG me thick hair? Hardly! Mine is super thin and fine but thank you! That made my day! Hehehe I ended up returning the boots!
@Megz I don't have a Nordie's near me so I called and they are trying to track it down for me! Thanks for the suggestions! I tried online chat and they were no help! You are a genuis!
you look adorable! love the boots! 🙂
My pleasure Annie! I'm so glad they managed to track them down for you 🙂
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