Paulie Waterproof Lace-Up Bootie

This boot is adorable. The thick laces look almost like ribbon. The patent leather is so shiny and fun, I got the blue color. They are slightly insulated, which feels cozy. The sole is very sturdy and grippy. There are two zippers on each boot-- which was a surprise. There is a more decorative silver buckle on the outside of the foot, and a lower profile nylon zipper on the inside. I was looking for a boot which was warm and also easy to take off/on and the zippers definitely provide that. It's sort of a lot going on with the laces and the two zippers, but I still really like the boots.

The cappuccino patent is a really special finish. I LOVE it. I’d been looking for a warm, rosy, creamy tan boot and everything I tried was too blush, too pink, or too mauve. This cappuccino patent leather is perfect, a creamy pale brown that is not at all yellow but also not particularly pink. The slightly crinkly patent leather and wide black laces are nice details. The boots are warm, comfortable, and super good-looking. This would be a 5-star boot if the sizing were more accurate. The 39 is a bit big on me. I generally wear 39 (8.5). But, snugging up the laces makes a huge difference.