Cove Waterproof Chelsea Boot

I did a comparison of the Ariat Wexford boot and the Born Cove boot, sizes 6. I REALLY, REALLY wanted to keep the Born because it was SO much more comfortable than the Ariat (esp. at the ankle opening and heel). But like some reviewers stated, it made me look like I had clown feet. The heel on the Born was more comfortable due to it's mostly rubber construction. I think Ariat's has wood in the middle so there was noticably less shock absorption. In comparing these two, I think the clown look on the Born one is due to the top part of the foot area slimming down much sooner than the Ariat, so it appears to lengthen the foot. Whereas Ariat's area above the foot stays wide, then gets slimmer at the start of toes. So although Ariat's boot was actually about a millimeter longer than Born's, Born's made me look like I had super long feet. I am sad to return the Borns due to the exceptional comfort but I am choosing looks/the more polished looking style over comfort. I am giving 5 stars for the Born Cove regardless.

Bought the burgundy suede in a size 9 - my normal size. Agree with what someone else said that they make the feet look bigger. But whatever. Very comfortable out of the box. Like the tread and sold feel of the boot. Bought for A lot of walking around in a snowy, winter climate. These will work. Gave 4 stars because they do feel hefty and a bit heavy and the socks do bunch up. I just bought some calf length socks today, so hopefully they fit. I’m a plus size gal and the height works for me with skinny jeans.

I've yet to buy anything made by Born that didn't fit and feel terrific. They once catered to what I call the granola shoe crowd. Meaning they are very comfortable but often not that attractive. They looked more like a shoe you'd have for "the great outdoors" to hike, bike and go the distance but not in a cute way. So, I'm delighted Born is making a better looking shoe but have not sacrificed comfort in order to so. Having said that, these Chelsea boots in the distressed brown are perfect for my everyday use...waterproof or not. The shaft rides about half an inch to an inch higher than most booties, getting in and out of them is easy and my usual size 8 fit with a tiny bit of room to spare. I laughed when I read another's comment about how they "ate her socks" as I had the same experience. That's easily remedied and the tiny bit of extra room in the toe box is a blessing at the end of the day when I've been moving, non-stop. Quite simply, the quality I expect with a fit that can't be beat and a nod to Born for coming up with a seriously cute bootie!!

I ordered 10 different pairs of black Chelsea boots before deciding on these from Born. I bought a similar brown pair of Born boots 5 years ago and LOVED them. I got compliments all the time and they are still so comfortable. I struggled finding a pair of black Chelsea boots that were comfortable with my bunions but weren’t too big or too heavy or too dressy/urban and not too much like farm boots either. I tried 4 different brands and multiple styles. But I ultimately came back to Born. These were the best all around boots and had almost everything I wanted in a boot. I had a hard time with sizing. My old Born boots are 6.5 M and fit great. The 6.5 in this style were way too tight. The 7 felt tight across the widest part of my foot including my bunion area. But the length and fit in the rest of the boot was great. I tried the 7.5 too. It was more comfortable across the wide part of my foot but my heel pulled up significantly when I walked. I decided it was probably too big so I went with the 7. 7 is my normal size in most shoes. The leather is soft enough I think it will stretch and conform to my foot. I wore these tonight and they didn’t hurt my feet. I think they are already beginning to stretch. I would love to pay less for them but the price is about average for this type of boot from a better brand.

Nice boot. I’ve had a major foot problem and I’ve had to wear nothing but New Balance 860 sneakers with orthotics for the last three months. I was looking for a boot with a removable sole so I could put my own orthotics in. I’ve tried several. So far this is the only booth that works. Due to the large orthotics, I had to size up a size. Normally I’m a medium width. These boots seem generous in width and I am so happy to wear something other than a sneaker. They are well made and comfortable. The bottoms seem like they will hold up well for the New England winter ahead of me. Yes, I recommend them.

I love these boots so much! These boots have a wider toe bed which helps. I always find booties to be too tight. They're beautiful! They did arrived pretty scuffed up which is odd but i wasn't too worried since they're shoes. They're gonna get scuffed...However after two days of wearing them the right shoe started to squeak when I walk and has not let up. It's actually starting to drive me a little mad. I feel like $150 shoes shouldn't do that. Will likely try to return them.

These photos were just taken, I’m 3 years into owning the boots. I have worn them almost every day in the (LA) winter and fall—in snow and rain. Originally, I bought them to have comfortable, waterproof boots for the Sundance Film Festival (2020) so I could walk between theaters all day and still look professional. Utah had a massive snow storm the week I was there and these boots held up against snow, slush, and water. I regularly shine them at home and once a year I have them professionally shined. They look almost new after a professional works on them. I will purchase these boots again in a year or so. I hope Born never stops making them.

Bought these boots for their looks but got a whole lot more! They are so comfortable - no seams, no zippers, just great sturdy leather that look great. I have worn them in the pouring rain twice and they are waterproof and the rubber sole makes them safe on wet pavement or walking into a building from a parking lot! They are distressed (I bought the brown leather) so they look great with jeans or straight leg slacks. This is a winner for comfort and function!

I bought my usual 9.5 and the fit and comfort look great, but they look comically enormous!

After at least 20 boots ordered and returned over the last few years, I finally found the perfect boots. I wanted something comfortable and waterproof for winter. I tried EVERY brand, Thursday Boots, Nissolo, Clark, Soft Walk, Frankie4, Franco Sarto, Cole Haan, Jack Rogers, Blondo, Tory Burch, etc... nothing felt good. I have normal width feet, wear a size 8 in sneakers and boots. These were SO comfortable right away. I wore them all over Paris, in the rain and snow, my feet were warm, and never ached, no rubs, and walked at least 7-9 miles per day. I tried the other style of Born Chelsea boots that are slightly more sleek in the toe, and they aren't as comfortable. Sometimes they look a little more rounded in the toe than I want, but after all the boots I have tried, these are the winner!

High quality black leather with a rubber sole. Comfortable wear, didn’t take long to break in. The leather dulls and shows any rubbing so would highly recommend getting some black shoe polish with these. Ordered size 9. I usually wear a size 9 except for shoes that run narrow then I size up to 9.5 but would call myself a true 9. May be able to .5 size up if planning to wear thick socks with these. I prefer a lighter thin sock and the 9 fits great.

I ended up returning these and keeping the Bludstones instead, but it was purely because I prefer the look. These Born boots were actually more comfortable out of the box with a better insole (removable) and wayyyy easier to slip on. They’re true to size and you could wear thin socks without your feet slipping around inside. I didn’t feel they made my feet look big and I’m a size 8 1/2 and 5’6 for reference. The tread is practical (as opposed to non-existent like other Chelsea’s), but not over-the-top, making this boot still chic enough for everyday city wear. I would recommend it.