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US Boot size

Brand Size	UK	Europe	Heel to toe (in)
4	2	35	8.2
4.5	2.5	35	8.4
5	3	35.5	8.5
5.5	3.5	36	8.8
6	4	36.5	8.9
6.5	4.5	37	9.1
7	5	37.5	9.2
7.5	5.5	38	9.4
8	6	38.5	9.5
8.5	6.5	39	9.8
9	7	39.5	9.9
9.5	7.5	40	10
10	8	40.5	10.2
10.5	8.5	41	10.4
11	9	41.5	10.5
11.5	9.5	42	10.8
12	10	42.5	10.9

Product details

Fabric type

100% Leather/Textile

Origin

Imported

Sole material

Synthetic

Shaft height

23.75 Inches

About this item

Over-the-knee boot in split suede with elasticized backing, extended front shaft, and stacked heel

Pull-on construction

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Product details

Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.7 x 12.4 x 4.5 inches; 15 ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ Riley Split Suede
Department ‏ : ‎ womens
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 27, 2014
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Chinese Laundry
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00JPQ5VWW

Customer Reviews:
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Chinese Laundry launched in 1982 with a collection of fashion forward footwear targeted to the young women's market. From stylish daytime looks in innovative fabrics and leathers, to evening collections in dressy metallics and iridescents, Chinese Laundry continues to create and deliver style and fashion at an affordable price. Chinese Laundry has carved a niche for itself in today's competitive market and is available in better department and specialty stores nationwide.

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4.2 out of 5

270 global ratings

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Customers say

Customers like the appearance, comfort, quality and value of the boot. For example, they mention that it shows off an attractive calf shape, it's well made and that the price is good. Some appreciate versatility. That said, opinions are mixed on fit, leather and stability.

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80 customers mention80 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the boot. For example, they mention it's well-made, has a beautiful color, and shows off an attractive calf shape. Some appreciate the soft dark black suede on the front.

"...Beautiful boots! The suede is beautiful quality!..." Read more

"...The front of the boot is a soft dark black suede. It is not a dry scratchy suede but a soft nicer looking suede...." Read more

"...And now 2 years later they still look very nice, minimal damage (yes, really), minimal wear. Also, these keep your legs really warm!..." Read more

"...They were gorgeous at first sight!..." Read more

64 customers mention45 positive19 negative

Customers like the comfort of the boot. They mention that it's very comfortable, soft, and doesn't feel cheap. Some say that the boot needs inserts for more comfort and support.

"...they'd give great arch support but they are comfortable, no pinching or rubbing anywhere. I wear a 7 and ordered a 7, so true to size...." Read more

"...The shoe is not padded but it fits comfortably. I have a pair of very expensive boots that look almost just like this but have a heel...." Read more

"...top of the boot hits me right on the kneecap which is actually a little uncomfortable, so I fold the top down...." Read more

"...The suede feels amazing, I love the texture - it's smooth and doesn't feel cheap in my opinion...." Read more

62 customers mention48 positive14 negative

Customers like the quality of the boots. They mention the suede is great quality, the boots are decent, and well made. Some say the sole is a little hard. Overall, most are happy with the quality and comfort of the shoes.

"...Beautiful boots! The suede is beautiful quality!..." Read more

"The boots are nice, but they are a bit tight in the toe box...." Read more

"...later they still look very nice, minimal damage (yes, really), minimal wear. Also, these keep your legs really warm!..." Read more

"...It was flimsy and felt like cheap polyester fabric. I ordered a 6.5 because I heard these boots run small. They do run small...." Read more

39 customers mention28 positive11 negative

Customers like the value of the boots. They say that they are very nice for the price, and of good quality. Some customers also mention that the boots look very inexpensive.

"...I decided to take a chance with these because of the brilliant sale price...." Read more

"...Overall, not a bad boot for the price." Read more

"I love these boots, just wish they would wear better. The price has increased substantially since I purchased several pairs last year and replaced..." Read more

"...I ended up keeping them for myself. Overall very nice quality for the price, but skinny leg girls might have a harder time keeping them up." Read more

14 customers mention14 positive0 negative

Customers like the versatility of the boot. They say it goes well above the knee and is the best over the knee thigh high boot they have ever owned. Customers also mention that it goes with everything.

"...Pleasantly surprised, not only does this bypass my knee, it goes up reaching my thighs! So incredibly happy and impressed...." Read more

"...I did like that these shoes are truly over the knees and they are not for wide calves/thighs...." Read more

"These boots are great. They go above your knee in a perfect place. The only concern would be the quality of the inside heel...." Read more

"...I LOVE THEM THEY ARE THE BEST OVER THE KNEE THIGH HIGH BOOTS I HAVE EVER OWNNED!! AN I AM NOT KIDDING!!THANK YOU SOOO MUCH!! I LOVE THEM!" Read more

89 customers mention48 positive41 negative

Customers are mixed about the fit of the boot. Some mention that the back allows for a perfect fit and no slipping. They also say the foot size was perfect to wear socks with. However, others say that the fit up the leg is not snug, the shoes are pretty narrow, and the foot of the boots is too large.

"...And while they fit nicely in the calf and knee area, they are very hard to get on and off...." Read more

"...So now the boots sag on my legs which isn't the look I like...." Read more

"...I am 5'-5" and they fit perfectly above the knee and fit snugly with jeans. I can imagine that they would be a bit big with tights or leggings...." Read more

"Other reviewers had mentioned that the fit up the leg is not snug, and that is true. I don't mind the slightly loose look...." Read more

24 customers mention9 positive15 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the leather of the boot. Some mention it's real leather, while others say it looks cheap in person.

"...that they were awkardly loose around the ankle and did not look brand new, I have decided to return them...." Read more

"...The back is a elastic jersey material which I was not sure how I would feel about but I think it is perfectly fine now that I see it...." Read more

"...I feel like the photos are really misleading as the color is lighter and the difference between the suede and fabric is night and day...." Read more

"...Yes, the elastic fabric on the back looks rather cheap, but at $60 they are cheap!..." Read more

16 customers mention8 positive8 negative

Customers are mixed about the stability of the boot. Some mention that it stays up and looks wonderful, while others say that it falls down after just a few steps. The leg part stays up well enough and fits their calves, while still showing off an attractive calf shape.

"...They stay up for the most part, I can walk a good distance and not have to worry but I would have loved a more fitted look...." Read more

"...Without pants or stockings the boot does tend to slip down a little, but does not look bad. I think they are comfy...." Read more

"...The do tend to slouch a bit with tights, but over jeans they stay up pretty well...." Read more

"Im only giving this four stars just because it does not stay up my leg as I would like it . I Love this Boot...." Read more

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Heather G.

Beautiful boots! The suede is beautiful quality

Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2015

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Was very skeptical about these boots because of the price. I was practically sending them back before they even came but what a surprise! Beautiful boots! The suede is beautiful quality! I ordered the "smoke" which is this great neutral browny, grey color - I just didn't want another pair of black boots so I gave these a try and am NOT disappointed! The over-the-knee boot is so trendy that I didn't want to spend a fortune on a boot I might not want to wear next year but I didn't want cheap junk either. These boots fit the bill! They are a flat boot so I can't say that they'd give great arch support but they are comfortable, no pinching or rubbing anywhere. I wear a 7 and ordered a 7, so true to size. I'm 5'7" , weigh 160lbs, wear a 12 in clothing. That being said, I have small calves and small ankles but I'm not a small girl. I can easily pull these boots up and wear them over skinny jeans with room to spare. The whole back of the boot is stretchy microfiber fabric the same color as the suede. There's a curve to the fabric to accommodate a fuller calf. My little chicken legs do not fill out this curve but it doesn't look bad either. A girl with heavier or athletic calves could wear these just fine. Been getting compliments on them since I got them and have been telling people where I got them.

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Tay Jay

Nice, but inconvenient

Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2017

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The boots are nice, but they are a bit tight in the toe box. And while they fit nicely in the calf and knee area, they are very hard to get on and off. If they were easy to take on and off, I probably would have dealt with the tighter toe box and just tried to break them in. I just can't have that kind of inconvenience for only the sake of fashion.

Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2014

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I have been looking for an over the knee boot for months and have looked everywhere. I am extremely picky about quality and fit and I love these boots. I am 5'-5" and they fit perfectly above the knee and fit snugly with jeans. I can imagine that they would be a bit big with tights or leggings. The shoe is not padded but it fits comfortably. I have a pair of very expensive boots that look almost just like this but have a heel. I wanted a flat pair to wear casually with sweaters and jeans and this is definitely the shape and style I have been looking for. The back is a elastic jersey material which I was not sure how I would feel about but I think it is perfectly fine now that I see it. The front of the boot is a soft dark black suede. It is not a dry scratchy suede but a soft nicer looking suede.

I could spend a lot more and get a bit better quality but for casual jeans and a sweater boot this is ideal!

5 people found this helpful

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Jennifer

Best boots I have ever bought

Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2017

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Best boots I have ever bought! I had them for 2 years and held up just fine until last week. I also wore these like 4 times a week; walked across my college campus; wore in light rain; traveled to Colorado in these and walked up and down steep hills, gravel, rocky roads. And now 2 years later they still look very nice, minimal damage (yes, really), minimal wear. Also, these keep your legs really warm! The reason why I am replacing them now is because a friend borrowed them who has a different leg build than I do and stretched out the shaft of the boot. So now the boots sag on my legs which isn't the look I like. So if you're on the slim side, be careful to not let someone bigger than you borrow if you like the tight/snug style where the boot hugs your legs. Also, when you wear jeans wear socks over the bottoms of your jeans to prevent a bulge in the boot where the jeans will gather. BUY THESE!!!

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Sae

For my wider calf girls - this is the boot for you!

Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2015

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For my girls with wider or more muscular calves - this is the boot you want. I'm not "skinny" by any means and always just assumed that I would never be able to get any type of over the knee boots well, over my knees. I decided to take a chance with these because of the brilliant sale price. Pleasantly surprised, not only does this bypass my knee, it goes up reaching my thighs! So incredibly happy and impressed. Probably because of my wide calves, I have no problem with "sagging". The knee doesn't really "fall" much. If anything, I would say it maybe falls just about an inch because of walking. The suede feels amazing, I love the texture - it's smooth and doesn't feel cheap in my opinion. Admittedly, I think the back side could have been a nicer material BUT, I feel like if it wasn't this particular material, these boots wouldn't have had the slightest chance of going as high up my leg as they do - so I've come to embrace the back side.

I am usually a size 9.5 - 10 depending on the shoe, but for this I purchased a 9.5. I probably would have been better off with a 10, but I bought the 9.5 because it was significantly cheaper at the time of purchase. The 9.5 isn't an extremely tight squeeze, it actually seems just right. But if I had gotten a 10, I think the slight bit of room would have been nice for thicker socks. But the 9.5 hasn't caused any problems for me other than the fact that it takes some patience to get the boots on - but I feel like all pull up, over the knee style boots have some type of difficult when putting on and taking off. LOVE THESE!

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Patty St. George

Fashionable boot for the season

Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2015

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Other reviewers had mentioned that the fit up the leg is not snug, and that is true. I don't mind the slightly loose look. The top of the boot hits me right on the kneecap which is actually a little uncomfortable, so I fold the top down. Anyone looking at this boot should be aware that the back is all fabric which enables the boot to adjust comfortably to varying calf sizes. Overall, not a bad boot for the price.

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eliu

High CP. OTK boots that you need for fall and winter

Reviewed in Canada on February 19, 2019

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Lovely and 100% over the knee. Too bad it was shipped one size bigger than my size. I ordered 37 but received 38. I am buying size 37 as soon as it is back in stock. Can't wait to match it with oversized sweater on a snowy day.

Petalpower

Five Stars

Reviewed in Canada on June 30, 2017

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E.O.

Comfy high boots

Reviewed in Canada on February 5, 2020

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Have wanted an over the knee pair of boots for awhile. Tried these due to the low heal for walking and they're great!