Customer Reviews Frye Carson Tab Short

I love these. Have bought and returned so many black boots till these. Since I'm 5 feet tall, most looked awkward, too tall, etc, but these are perfect.

The Carson Tab Shortie are killer looking boots! They are made from gorgeous leather, very rich and typical great Frye quality. The fit is very nice; they do run half a size large, just like my other seven pairs of Fryes! I purchased these to go with skinny jeans, and leggings. When I put them on, I loved how they looked; a bit wide at the opening, which gives them that uber cool casually hip look. But, the one and only minor drawback in my opinion is that the inside of the boot (which is a natural colored light tan leather) really is noticeable when they are on. It is a contrast that could have been avoided had they made the inside black as well!

Love these! Great leather and super comfortable. Plus it's a color that goes with everything. I also bought these in grey. I may be addicted to Frye boots. (I always go a 1/2 size down with Frye.)

Frye boots are always a great fit. This is my first pair of Carsons but I own Jane and Deborah from Frye. I got these in the dark brown which is very dark but pretty. They work well with jeans and a leather jacket, not too butch but with some attitude. I like Frye because they use leather for their soles instead of man made materials so when I walk, I feel like I have a decent boot on and not slippers. They are easy to pull off and on being leather lined. My foot tends toward wide but these are perfectly comfortable.

I wanted to love these, they do look cute, image with a pair of leggings and a cute dress, they are a good looking ankle boot, the cognac vintage brown is gorgeous and this isn't my first rodeo with a pair of Fryes so I know the comfort and quality etc. they are worth the price. It seems however that Frye has changed the heel on their recently produced boots, the heel that is floor facing appears to nos be made up of two types of materials, the bottom of the herl , (the part that tends to wear doen whdn you over pronate) is made up of a hard durable type material, however the other half of the heel (the inside) seems to be made up of a harder type leather or wood but is much softer than the other part of the geek so it tends to "squish" and feels very strange, almost a sinking type feeling on the inside of the heel, I've tried wearing them a few times to see if its just me, because I love the boot, but alas, it seems to be a defect on the way they are making these new boots. I guess if I really loved them, I could take them to the shoe guy to put a new heel on, but for paying this kind of money at the start I shouldn't have to do that.

I love these boots. Great color (charcoal), very comfortable for walking, and easy to slip on and off. Great with jeans or leggings.

One of my favorite Frye boots! All my other Frye boots are 8 1/2, but these I got in an 8 and they fit great. I would recommend going a 1/2 size down from your usual size. They are super cool, especially with cuff jeans. They are just a really great quality boot. The only downside to the boot is the leather sole. When first worn, they are very slick to walk in. You will need to scuff up pretty good before feeling like you're not walking on an ice rink. Other than that, I would recommend to anyone!

Greatest short boots. Seriously. So incredibly comfortable and gorgeous-looking. Great with skirts, leggings, skinny jeans. Great for Spring. My goal is to only ever wear Frye boots...I'm workin' on it! I like that these are not to gappy at the top; it's a nice stovepipe vibe. Simply heavenly.

I tried several Frye boots before deciding on these. I ordered a 7.5 instead of my usual 8 and they are a perfect fit. They were comfy from day one and the leather is fabulous. I needed a shorter casual boot that would work tucked on or worn under jeans. These are perfect. It's worth noting that the inside color is lighter and that is slightly noticeable if you wear your jeans tucked in. All in all I am very happy with the boots and Zappos did not disappoint with their excellent customer service!

I absolutely love these boots. The leather is soft but not flimsy. There are two loops to help pull them on. Once on they fit like a glove. My fee fit perfectly with no slipping inside them and not at all tight. They just mold to your feet. The heel height is perfect - not too high for a long day of wear. I wear them with super skinny jeans or tights and a skirt. I have several pair Frye boots and shoes all are great. Zappos is so helpful in getting the right size and colors. I buy all my shoes exclusively from Zappos. Many clothes, too!

I ordered these, Frye's Melissa Button Zip short, and Frye's Wyatt Harness short, in search of a short boot that would be easy to slip on and go when the weather is cold or wet. I also wanted something that wasn't too formal to wear on the weekends or in the evening. I got these in the charcoal, hoping to get a gray boot. These definitely have (at least in gray) a less formal feel, but I think I could easily have worn them to work with a skirt or long pants and been fine. Ultimately, it came down to these or the Wyatt, and I'm keeping the Wyatt, even though it's not gray. It's just a little bit more polished and has, I think, a little bit more character. If I had limitless money for shoes I'd have definitely kept them both. For size, I usually wear a 7.5 and sometimes an 8 in street shoes, and an 8 for running shoes and sometimes for boots. I ordered these in a 7.5, and in the Wyatt I have room for a thicker sock but in this Carson I only had room for a thin sock.

This pair of boots are amazing. The color is perfect not to mention the comfort. If I out on a pair of boots/shoes and they are immediately comfortable they are keepers. Plus Zappos are amazing with their prices, selection and shipping. Love you guys.

This is my 4th pair of Frye boots/shoes and they are worth every penny. No more spending endless weeks, days and hours trying on cheap leather boots/shoes at the department stores. Frye's are timeless, classy and the quality is the best out there. I am usually a 9.5 or 10 but always order the Carson's in a 9 and they fit like a glass slipper. The first pair came and felt stretched out, like someone wore them around the house and decided to return them. 2nd pair are perfect. It is difficult deciding what pair of Fryes I should wear each day. DO IT! Buy them!

Love these boots! I had been eyeing them for a year and finally took the plunge. I wear them all the time and they are very comfortable. I went a half size up so I could wear them with thicker socks (and I have big ankles). I consider these a lifetime item.

I bought these for my girlfriend for a retirement present. They look great on, and she says they fit perfectly.

I have been stalking these boots for 2 years now...I finally splurged...I did the charcoal and could not be happier. I own lots of Frye boots. You get what you pay for and Frye will last for years & years so paying one time for quality is worth it instead of spending 50-100 for boots every year. I wear an 8-9 and opted an 8.5 for the Carson...I knew they would stretch, and I'd be mad at them...like my Dorados. These are amazing with skinnys, leggings...casual or dressy. The charcoal is total versatile.

These are absolutely beautiful! Also comfortable and stylish without being at all overwhelming...perfect, really. I usually wear a 5.5 and that is the right size for me in this boot. I have an extremely high arch which makes getting into some Frye styles (Jane) a real struggle, but it's not a problem with this one. The vintage cognac is just as it appears in the photo, and should age beautifully.

I love these boots. They are by far the most expensive shoes I've ever purchased. I got them because I live in NYC and walk everywhere, and I was tired of buying pricey boots that would wear out after 1 season of wear. So far, the splurge has been well worth it. These shoes are incredibly comfortable. I normally wear a 6.5 and went down to a 6 and they fit perfectly after a day of wear (were a little snug at first). I love how they look with dresses or jeans.

These are great little boots. The fit is perfect. They look a little worn right from the start but is part of the charm. I have never spent this much on a pair of boots and probably never will again but every gal should have at least one pair of Fryes! One more thing - they are a little slick on the bottom.

I love this boot. I ordered it two days ago, received it yesterday, and have worn it all day today and it is the most comfortable pair of boots I own. For that matter, it might be my most comfortable pair of shoes! And that's no small order as I have about 50 pairs. This boot is so comfortable and made with supple, pliable, soft leather. I originally ordered the Spirit by Lucchese Olivia Short Boot because it was less expensive. It wasn't made as well and was stiff and uncomfortable. You should try the Frye Carson Tab Short. I just ordered the same boot in the tall today.

I am petite and these boots fits well. Shaft height is perfect. Leather is so soft that you can wear it without getting any blisters. Style is clean and simple, you can mix and match with jeans, skirt or a dress.

I have these in the dark brown and really wanted a black pair as I tend to wear a lot of black tights and leggings. I shopped around for something similar at a lower price point, but I came back to the Frye. These fit me better than any of my other Frye boots - so it's worth the splurge. The only thing I slightly don't like is the leather sole - it's okay as long as it stays dry - but can be slippery when damp/wet...I may consider covering the soles with a rubber thing that the cobbler recommended. Other than that they are perfect. I covet the grey ones!

My husband got me these boots for Christmas and I haven't stopped wearing them. They really are just perfect. Comfortable, casual, yet not so casual that you couldn't dress it up. I've been wearing them over all my jeans. I purchased the black and it goes well with all my colored jeans as well. They definitely need some breaking in and if I wear thicker, wool socks they do feel snug. I'm hoping that as they break in, they'll feel not as tight. I saw that lots of people said to size down but I felt that they were true to size and am glad that I got them in my normal size.

These boots are great! I usually wear an 8 or 8 1/2, and have a medium width foot. I ordered an 8, they fit perfectly and needed no breaking-in. I can wear these short boots with narrow leg and slight boot cut jeans. They are a slightly western style that is super cute!

Although these are beautiful and well crafted boots, they simply didn't fit my ill-formed feet complete with bunions and a hammer toe. Too bad because they would work with a variety of fashions and styles. Kudos to Zappos for their continued amazing customer service. I simply don't shop anywhere else for shoes.