Milla Knee High Boot (Women)

These boots fit like a dream but the color is so uneven I have to return them. You can see the sloppy brush strokes and where it looks like someone put their fingers in the stain on one of the boots. They’re sold out online now but it looks like this was a common issue with others after looking at the Sam Edelman website. What a bummer. I’ve purchased many Sam Edelman shoes and never seen a quality issue like this.

I was looking for a genuine leather pair of burgundy boots that were reasonably priced for a couple of years. Most were either too red, or too purple or designer prices. These are the perfect neutral red! I wear them with a white prairie skirt and chunky sweater in the spring and fall and they are thin enough to fit under a straight leg denim. I did not have a strange texture in the finish like some other photos - the colour is nice and even and I love the natural fading into the darker toe. I have narrower calves and ankles and these are a great fit even though a little bit slouchy. I’ve walked in them for hours, worn them on the rocky beaches in the winter and they are extremely comfortable and have good arch support. The leather is scuffing a bit but I am hard on my footwear! And it’s nothing that can’t be maintained which is what I love about real leather products. The height of the boot comes just under my knee and I am almost 5’7”. The heel height is also very comfortable. I am a true 7.5 and these fit perfectly with room for a normal sock.

I purchased these shoes in December for a trip to Europe. I ultimately didn’t take them with me but decided to keep them, as I realized they are better suited for coastal U.S. winters (such as California) rather than true winter or snowy conditions. The main drawback is the sole—it’s quite slippery and lacks proper traction, making it unsuitable for snow or sub-zero weather. Comfort-wise, the fit feels slightly unbalanced for me; my foot feels pushed forward by the heel toward the toes, rather than evenly supported. That said, I still kept them because they look great. They’re very flattering and pair nicely with a skirt or dress, making them a good option for milder climates and dressier outfits.