Ladies Dressy Boots
These are the boots we pick out when someone wants something smarter than an everyday boot, for a night out, a party or the office at Christmas. Every one has a proper heel, from a 5cm block or kitten heel up to a slim 8.5cm, and there are heeled ankle boots, sock boots that hug the leg, and heeled knee and calf boots. Suede, patent and smooth leather lead, mostly in black, bordeaux, navy and browns. You'll find them from Caprice boots, Marco Tozzi boots, Miss Elastic, Jana boots, Gabor boots and Regarde Le Ciel boots. We offer free delivery on orders over €69 and free returns within 30 days.
Which heel is easiest to wear for a night out?
A block heel of 5 to 6cm is the one most people can wear all evening, because the wide heel gives you a steady base on a dance floor or a wet footpath. A kitten heel is slimmer and looks dressier, but it's still a low heel. The slimmer 7 to 8.5cm heels are for nights when you're sitting more than standing. Heel height is listed on every product, so you can compare before you choose.
Do dressy boots come in wider fittings?
Some do. Most of the Caprice boots here are made on a G fitting, slightly wider than standard, with a few on an H, the wide fitting. Every Jana boot is an H, and some of the Gabor styles are on a G. The fitting is stated in the product details, and our size guide explains what each letter means.
Will heeled knee boots fit my calves?
The Miss Elastic sock boots have a stretch shaft that follows the shape of your leg, so they suit a wider range of calves than a fitted boot. The leather knee boots have a full zip and a set shape, so those are the ones to check. A width fitting is measured across the foot, so it doesn't add room at the leg. We don't list calf measurements on every boot, so ring us on 01 8490847 and we can check a particular pair for you.
What size should I get?
It depends on the brand, and the sizing note on the individual product is the one to go by. One thing holds for any heeled boot: a heel tips your foot forward, so a boot that feels a touch short in the shop will feel shorter after an hour. Your toes shouldn't press against the end, and your heel should sit down in the back of the boot without slipping. Try them indoors on carpet first. With free returns within 30 days, there's no risk in getting it right.
How do I look after suede and patent boots?
Spray suede with a protector before the first wear and brush it once it's dry. Patent only needs a wipe with a damp cloth. Store sock and knee boots standing up, with a boot shaper or a rolled-up magazine inside, so the shaft doesn't crease where it folds. You'll find sprays and brushes in our shoe care section.
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