Born

Cove

Women's

I spent a year searching for the perfect leather waterproof ankle boot to support my high arches and withstand PNW weather. These boots are PERFECT! The sole is super cushioned and comfortable (unlike Blondos), they have some heft without being too clunky (unlike Blundstones), and so far they don't eat my socks (unlike Sorels). They work great for long walks, work, and nights out. Highly recommend!

These boots were the winners of a wide-ranging audition for Shoes to Take to Ireland in Winter. The materials and construction are very nice and the sole is stitched to the upper - not just glued. The runner-up was the Heather boot by UGG, but the Cove felt more supportive and the larger and more simple silhouette helped to visually balance heavy coat and backpack. The only issue I’ve had with them is that due to the shaping of the boot, the insoles almost always come out when I take my foot out, but it’s a simple matter to slide the insoles back in. I’ve tromped through cold, wet terrain for the past few weeks and am very happy with my choice.

Good fit, seemed true to size. Super cute, pretty comfy, and easy to get into, unlike a lot of other Chelsea boots (including some Blunnies I bought at the same time). So why 2 stars? The sock slide. There is a seam running through the inner top of the boot, right in the middle. That seam, or something else, catches on my socks and causes them to slowly slide forward off my feet. I tried 3 different pairs of socks with the boots, so it's not the socks, it's the boots. Thankfully, Zappos customer service is amazing and gave me a refund. I may donate them or see how much they are to repair. I'm really bummed, because they're cute as heck, but it is awfully awkward to walk when your socks bunch up.

I took these out of the box and wore them the next day on a trip to Pittsburg. I shopped all day in them, walking like 5 miles (according to my phone). The next morning it was icy rain and I had to scrape ice off my windshield. These kept me completely dry. They are a little clunkier than regular born boots (which I've owned probably 15 pairs of over the past 10 years they fit so well), but still make it for biz casual.