EMU AustraliaWomen's Alba

Between distance running and going through pregnancy, I've been buying more and more comfy "high-end" shoes this year (own a few Danskos). I'm all about comfort and style--as well as quality (I'm tough on my shoes).I had a pair of cheap (but cute) UGG knockoffs from Target that really didn't do much for the cold. So, when I saw a Gold Box deal featuring these EMUs for $40, I decided to give them a try. I already own a pair of the slippers--very toasty. I've never had actual UGGs, but I have to say these are pretty darn nice. They are *very* plush and warm inside and easy to walk in. Compared to my UGG knockoffs, they are actually quite a bit more flexible around the ankles. Like pretty much all of these styles of boots (including what I've read about UGGs), they don't offer arch support but the plush sheepskin does help a little.I run a women's 6.5-7 wide so I followed the advice other reviewers here and bought 7s. I was worried when I took the boot out of the box that they would be too big (they look very large and said they measured at a European 38), but they fit quite comfortably--snug (no slipping at all), but if I wanted to wear a couple pairs of socks I could still fit them on.They are very cute! They look nice with the cuff up or down and are very easy to fold down (I've had a lot of trouble doing that with my UGG knockoffs). The tread is very decent, too. I won't be ice fishing with them, but a lot of knockoffs I've seen have next to no tread so the 1/8" of logos on the bottom are a plus.I had hoped to buy the grey, but chestnut was all that was left in my size. It looks light on my monitor, but they appear darker in person (big plus as I'm not into light-colored boots). It's actually a good color to go with most winter outfits and will probably not pick up dirt too obviously.The quality is excellent. The stitching is *very* secure (no loose threads) though not too ornate (IMO, adds to the versatility of wearing them with different clothes). I see no defects on the outside or inside (wondering if the reviewer who complained about that got duds).I've tried them in the 20-40 degree weather (toasty but my feet don't get sweaty--also comfy indoors, too), but not snow yet. I'll be adding more later. :)

I just picked my boots up from the warehouse. I had realized after I had bought them, I had bought a size 6 and had originally tried on the size 7 in store. From the beginning, when I first looked into buying them, I tried on a size 7 (my usual size) and found my toes were near the end. I found the size 8 to fit nicer, but understood they stretch out over time, thus I planned to buy a 7.I understand they are suppose to stretch out, but with the 6 my toes are at the end and my feel uncomfortably pinched. In the end, I decided to return the size 6 and go for a 7 regardless of the stretching factor.For quality, I wore them tonight at -20 degrees celcius and my bare feet felt warm and tosty. I did alot of research in to the differences between these and UGGS, and with Edmonton winters, I found the EMUS were better suited. EMUs have a rubber sole with an outer tread so they have some grip against ice, the UGG EVA sole does not have this, and will most likely wear faster against the sand and gravel put out on the streets. I like the ergonomical removalble sole in the EMUs, which I don't know for sure is in the UGG boots. I'm not sure how effective the EMU advertised water resistance will be, but judging by other suede boots I have owned with a water resistance coating, they most likely will hold up against dry powder. I also did compare materials used between the ALBA and UGG styles, and both uses double faced sheepskin, not wool like cheaper EMU. Apparently, the actual sheepskin is much warmer than wool.Overall I am quite satisfied with the boot. The design is nice and more unique (how unique can you get with such a trendy boot though?!).JANUARY UPDATE:By coincidence, I had the ability to test out the warmth factor in -22 degree Celsius weather for 45 minutes. After the LRT broke down, I had to wait outside for a transfer bus to arrive and with a large group of other people, we stood outside for 45 minutes. After waiting 3/4 of an hour, doing nothing but standing (in the wind too), I happily had warm feet while everyone around me seemed to be mentioning how they could no longer feel their toes! I am extremely happy with the warmth factor of these boots. I also must note that I have yet to slip in these boots... the traction is not bad.Again, the size 7 (my regular size) has slightly stretched out now...they fit perfectly!

I own several pairs of UGGs and EMUs. The UGGS are slightly less bulky and more feminine looking (if that's possible with this type of boot), but I much prefer the EMUs for comfort and arch support. I have about 8 pairs of EMUs now in different heights,colors, and styles. Most of them I've bought on Amazon Gold Box deals over the last two years (hint: keep your eyes open right after Christmas). Anyway, I loved the look of the Alba boot so I couldn't resist the Gold Box deal of $44.70 even though I had sworn to myself that I wouldn't order any more boots. When they arrived I was in love...they were so cute and oh so comfy. However, the left boot that was sent to me had a constant foldover flop or "dog ear" on the outer side - the side that is most visible. No matter what I did I couldn't get it to stay up. I tried to just live with it, but it annoyed me so much that I had to send them back. If the drooping had been on the inner side I might have kept them. It pained me to send these back!!! I wanted a replacement instead of refund, but that wasn't an option. I would buy these boots again in a heartbeat at the price I paid. I give 4 stars because of my defect..would have been 5 stars.BTW, to anyone wondering, I definitely recommend sizing down with this type of boot. Even if the toes feel a little tight at first, they stretch out very quickly, usually in the first day or two. All of my EMUs and UGGs are in size 5 and I normally wear a size 6 in every other type of shoe.

足底が2種類あるのは知ってたので、いろいろな店の商品説明を読み購入しました。が…決めてになった→emuのロゴが入ったオリジナルソールとしか記載されていなかったのに、別の方が届きました。なんか悲しいですが、他の違うとこは別に気にならないので返品しないことにしました。※製造国によってソールなどデザインが違う２種類ある…どちらが届くかは分からない…などと記載して欲しかったです。

UGGも２足ほど持っていますが、EMUのブーツは、他でコメントされた内容ではUGGと比べるとインナーが固めとなっていますが、そんな事はありません。ふわふわです。防水・ファッション性についてEMUが良いと思います。同じ商品の色違いを百貨店購入していますが、同じでした。UGGとEMUでは足首の部分がUGGが絞ってあり、EMUはUGGと比べると緩めです。普段の靴は23.5㎝ですが、UGGもEMUもUS7サイズ、UGGはそのままでぴったりです。EMUは足首が緩めの為、ムートンインソールの下にもう１枚入れてぴったりです。偽物が多く出ているブランドですので、正規品の購入をお奨めします。内外の革は柔らかく、非常に暖かいです。