Living Blake

Nice Boots, Quality not the best

Allison Le Grande - BROOKLINE

I love the looks of the boots, so simple and practical, and can be dressed up as well. Zero break in time. Size down half a size. The only problem is what others are writing. The fabric around the lace broke within a month of having them, so they look a bit junky without replacing the laces. The heel is already peeling off!! I love the boots, but worried about spending 300$ because of the quality.

John Fluevog Shoes

Hi Allison! Thanks for your review. We're so sorry to hear about your damaged laces. We encourage you to reach out to the store that processed your order for assistance with repairs and sourcing of replacement parts :) vo.gg/stores

Instant Favorite

Rebecca - Maryland

I had my eye on these boots for a long time but was hesitant to get them because they are a bit more expensive than I usually spend on shoes, and also there are no Fluevog stores near me so I couldn’t try them on before ordering. I’m very picky about shoes being comfortable, so it seemed very risky to not be able to try them on before buying. Then they went on sale, which tempted me further, but ordering them became even riskier because if they didn’t fit right I’d only be able to exchange them, not get a full refund…but I really liked how they looked so I decided to take the risk and go for it. I am so glad I did!!! I did not buy these planning for them to become my everyday shoe, but I have worn them almost every single day since they arrived a few weeks ago. (Which is saying a lot because I am one of those lazy people who never untie their shoelaces--which isn’t an option with these boots; they require more effort than I usually put into footwear.) They are possibly the most comfortable boots I have ever owned. They were completely wearable right out of the box (something I have almost never experienced with leather shoes or boots) and have only gotten more comfortable as I’ve worn them. The leather is very soft and flexible and felt very high quality. I really love both how these look and feel, I hope they last me for years. If I could afford it I would get a pair in every color.

Nothing beats them!

Cris - Vancouver

These are my winter/spring default shoe. They are comfortable, weather proof, and go with most my clothes.

I wish Fluevog had more women sizes in different colours ,and shoes.

Can’t go wrong with them!

They lasted 1 afternoon :(

Sylvia - Winnipeg

They really are beautiful and comfortable, but after wearing them only one time, the hooks to do up the laces fell off. If you decide to get them be prepared to have some repair work on them soon after.

Looks good - quality is lacking

Vancouver - Vancouver

Looked great out of box, but within a couple of months the laces had already frayed similar to the review below. One of the seams on the heel has popped as well. Ridiculous for a pair of boots that cost $400. Worried after seeing the negative reviews. Will hope for the best.

John Fluevog Shoes

Hi there! We would definitely recommend you bring the shoes to your closest store so you can discuss your repair options with a Fluevogologist. We know they'd be happy to help! :)

Fluevog are garbage

These will last one month. Almost like flushing your money down the toilet.
Even worse, John Fluevog couldn't care less.

John Fluevog Shoes

Hi Dave, We're terribly sorry to read your review and would love to help get your shoes back in ship shape if possible. We will need some more information to look into your issue, so if you can send us an email at info@fluevog.com, we would appreciate your help!

Great Boot - Issue with laces

Kevin

Picked up the Blake in black. Crazy nice boot and goes with everything. Very comfortable and getting even more comfortable each day I wear them. Like another reviewer said, I am finding it hard to not wear them all the time. I hope they last!

I did notice that after 5 days of wear, one of the laces is already frayed near the hook. I'm not an over tightened lace kind of guy so it's kind of annoying for a $300+ pair of boots. Maybe something needs to be changed with the laces.

Otherwise, I highly recommend these boots.

Unbelievable classic boot

Isis - Vancouver

This boot is gorgeous, classic and gets better with age!

My only concern is that it runs large. They only come in unisex sizing. I find the 6 is too long for me. Please, please consider making a size 5 women's blake!

You won't be disappointed by there!

All Style and Marketing - Low Quality. AVOID

Socrates - Point Roberts

Bought new at the Fluevog store in Van in Nov '17. Salesman wore the same and same and, "in spite of them being years old, they've held up well". Well, with moderate use mine have become unwearable less than 3 months later. The soles have either worn away or have come unglued, and the entire footbed of both have collapsed. I'm 6' 4" and not overweight, and have only used these boots for tooling around the city (less than 50km's total).

They look like tough military boots, but they're really just junk. A rip off at $50 - but these cost me $400+. Save your money and avoid!

John Fluevog Shoes

Hi Socrates,

We are sad to hear that your are having issues with your boots only after a few wears. Please look in your inbox for a follow up email in regards to this.

Great looking, badly constructed

Boris Oicherman

These are the best looking boots I have - that became unwearable after 20 months of use.

The problems with the construction have shown from the very beginning: the heel peeled exactly like another reviewer mentioned, and the seams split. The store replaced one pair, and paid for the repair of the replacement pair when exactly the same problems appeared again.

Now, after about 20 months of moderate use, the sole of one boot developed bumps and dents that made it extremely uncomfortable to wear, kind of skewing the foot. Neither the store nor the cobbler knew what to do with the issue, and the boots are now unusable.

If you want great looking boots go for them. If you want durable boots, go for something else.

John Fluevog Shoes

Hi Boris,

Thanks for leaving your feedback on the website for John Fluevog Shoes. We've been in contact with our San Francisco Haight and Minneapolis stores and understand that your issue has been resolved. We're sorry to hear that you had a less than stellar experience with these boots, but happy to hear that we were able to resolve things.

We thank you for your feedback and hope to welcome you back another day.

not so top quality

Cristina - Timmins

They are very beautiful and confortable, but the heel has started to peel off after a few wears. Piece of advice : only buy shoes made in Portugal, the quality doesn't really match the price if they are made elsewhere.

John Fluevog Shoes

Hi Cristina!
We are sad to hear that your heel lifts are separating from the heel only after a few wears. This is something that should not be happening but the great news is that we offer a 8 month warranty with our product for an issue like this. Please look in your inbox for a follow up email in regards to this.

Rugged and Stylish Boots

Thomas - Vancouver

I got the size 10 Blake's for christmas last year and ever since they have been my go-to boots whenever I am unsure of the weather, when I am working on a construction project, and when I go hiking. They are super rugged and look great with a pair of black jeans. I have trashed them many times and always been surprised that after cleaning them off, applying neutral cream and black polish, and finishing with all-protector spray - the dings disappear and the scuffs fade and they shine like new. They are in my top favourite three Fluevogs and there are my best friends whenever I have a tough job to do.

I would like in brown for women!

Dominique - Québec

When will the size 8-8.5 in brown for women?

Hands down, the best boots I've ever owned

Charlie - South Florida

I bought a pair of Blake's at my partner's recommendation. I'm sure she regrets it as I wear them constantly. These boots are the only shoes I can wear day in, day out, that don't leave my feet and heel (I have a decent case of plantar fasciitis) throbbing in pain after a long day of teaching. There may be funkier pairs of Fleuvogs (I have those as well) but the Blake runs circles around them for sure.

Awesomely Comfortable Boots

Teresa Sinderson - Eagle+Point

Treated myself to a pair for Mother's day and these are so Awesomely comfortable right out of the box. Green is a very dark subtle shade hard to tell, I love that!

B Hartling - Moncton

I got these boots about a month ago and have hardly worn anything else since. they are without a doubt my favourite footwear I own including all my other vogs. I recently spent a weekend in Toronto and did about 8 hours of walking a day in these babies and my feet didn't get the slightest bit sore, not too mention they looked great!

they run true to size, though i sized up to an 8 to accommodate layered and thick socks for winter as these were intended to be my primary footwear for the upcoming maritime winter and it was definitely the right choice! you will not regret buying these bad boys. they're great for walking in and required zero breaking in and even with a few scuffs on the toe cap still look sexy as hell.

Perfect combat boots

Sharon - Toronto

My 11th pair of Vogs, and easily the most comfortable. No stiffness, no breaking in, comfortable for a full day right out of the box.

I was determined to buy the Olivers instead, because of the toecap (plus being on sale never hurts), but then Brian at the Queen St store said he owns both and reaches for his Blakes every time, and basically hasn't taken them off since he bought them, and I feel like Brian is the shoe whisperer and knows everything that can be known by man of Vogs?

Right. So, head to head to comparison, it feels like they've made some improvements since the Olivers. The Blakes feels even more insanely comfortable, and like the build is more stable (after wearing the Blakes, the Olivers felt like the heel was going to peel away from the shoe any minute now). They also don't have the spring/bend at the ball of the foot like the Olivers do, which I'm sure some people love, but didn't feel quite as comfortable to me.

Bonus points: first day out I was waiting at a streetcar stop with a Canadian Infantier in full camo fatigues and combat boots, and all I can say is it looks like the Canadian military could use some pointers from Fluevog. Just sayin'