Customer Reviews SOREL Explorer™ II Carnival Cozy

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232 total reviews

Review Breakdown:

60%5Rated 5 stars out of 5

18%4Rated 4 stars out of 5

12%3Rated 3 stars out of 5

5%2Rated 2 stars out of 5

5%1Rated 1 star out of 5

Customer Fit Survey:

38%"Felt a half size smaller"

69%"Felt true to width"

93%"Moderate arch support"

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I wanted to like these shoes, but sadly no. They are very warm, which is what I was looking for in a non-wool lined boot (I'm allergic), but they run small. I ordered the 8, which is a half-size larger than my typical 7 1/2, but they were still too small. And I have one foot that is swollen right now from an injury that will persist throughout the winter, I'm told by my Ortho, so I am searching for a boot that will work for both feet right now. This is proving to be a phenomenal pain in the ass. I have ordered and returned 6 pairs of boots lately. Zappos is going to cut me off.
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18 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I ordered a half size up. The length was almost fine (maybe a little short), but they were too narrow for me. I probably could wear them without socks, but there's a random tag inside that is uncomfortable. They are super fun and cozy though. I don't do well with how Sorel's fit, so I should know better, but they're so cute I keep trying.
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13 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Loving these shoes! Wore them on a trip to Norway, Sweden and Finland where temps were between 0-20 degrees and snowing. Wore them with thin merino wool socks and they kept my feet toasty and cozy the whole time! Built VERY well and looked adorable! I would suggest ordering half a size up. Perfect for city and mountain cold weather. These were the only shoes I ever needed on this trip! One little thing - at first the laces came undone often but after wearing them a few times, they were fine.
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10 found this review helpful.
Overall2Rated 2 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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The fit of these boots is on the snug side but they were still a good length and comfortable fit in my usual Sorel size, with thin socks. Love the style, super comfy. Unfortunately, they started to discolor with less than an hour of usual wear. You can see the brown pigment rubbing off onto the white sherpa, and the stain does not come out with water per Sorel care instructions. So disappointed with the high price of this boot and otherwise promising style and fit.
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10 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Like other reviews said, I needed to order half size up. These are so comfortable. I love them. My new favorite fall boots. They're like slippers/sneakers/boots in one. I would buy more if there were more colors.
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7 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
I was worried after I ordered these shoes seen so many bad reviews I had to put in if you have my own the shoes are adorable so cute. Love the color and the size is perfect. I read that the size was a really small it's not it fits me perfect
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3 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
These run small! First and foremost, you must know that. I think it's because of the lining inside. I went half a size up and they are snug but not too snug. They are incredibly comfortable and warm. Wind chill, below freezing, icy temps and my feet are toasty! A worthy investment.
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3 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
I bought these 2 months ago and am super happy with this purchase! Full disclosure, I did spray them with a suede waterproofing product, as I live in northern Minnesota and winter is no joke. However, I have stepped almost ankle deep in an icy stream - no wet feet!! & still cozy warm; worn these in negative (Fahrenheit) temperatures & still been warm!; walked several miles, averaging about 2 miles per day with no blisters or complaints; been able to wear double socks if I prefer; and just one time on a very cold day while walking around in the bog my feet actually got sweaty?? I'm blaming that one on poor sock choice for that day. These are seriously a dream though to wear. They feel better than my slippers and it does feel like I'm just wearing slippers to work or out and about every day, that's how comfy. I did go a half-size up, based on other folks reviews, so that could be contributing to the slipper-like vibe, but I have zero regrets so far. (1/2 size up from my typical hiking boot size gives it the "Small" size rating.) I also like the slightly larger size and whatever they are doing with the tread because these shoes beat out my hiking boots, other winter boots, and my previous pair of Sorel winter boots in terms of steadiness in icy conditions. I'm not sure if that's because they're a little bigger, but these are by far the shoes I feel the most secure in in icy or slippery conditions. That said, you still have to take it easy - I don't recommend running on ice in these, unless you live on the edge, but it was an unexpected bonus for me. In addition, I love this color - so cheerful for winter when everything can be bleh some days. Note in the photos that I've accumulated some dirt on the shoes due to walking around town which gets grungy from road residue and snow maintenance, but I anticipate these will clean right up due to the nice quality suede. I've had a previous similar-iteration of these boots from Sorel, and I'm so glad these did not disappoint. Love them!
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Bought these a few weeks ago and absolutely love them. I get so many compliments and they are super warm and cozy. As suggested, order a full size up if you plan to wear thick socks with them. I ordered a half size up and they fit perfectly with normal socks or merino blend socks.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Just got these and I love them. So cute and cozy. I'd size up a 1/2 a size if you want to wear wool socks.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
Super cozy and supportive! I DID have to go a full size up with this style, but I absolutely love them!
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I have other Sorel boots that fit true to size, but these definitely run small. I returned for 1/2 size up, they’re ok, but I should have gone up a whole size. They are very comfortable and warm, very cute on!
I'd also recommend:
I State, Earth Origins, Sam Edelman, Trask
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I never want to take these boots off. They keep my feet warm on dog walks, and I have gotten compliments as well.
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1 found this review helpful.
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I would recommend to size up because they do run smaller.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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These do run small! Order a size up! I need to exchange mine for a bigger size.
I'd also recommend:
Born, La Canadienne.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at Sorel
LOVE THEM, VERY LIGHTWEIGHT AND COMFY, BUT REALLY RUN SMALL. I WEAR AN 81/2 AND A SIZE 10 CAN ONLY WEAR LIGHTWEIGHT SOCKS
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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I normally wear a 7.5. The 8.5 fit was about right. They are nice shoes, just too warm for what I needed. Ultimately I decided to go with something that did not require lacing. Overall these are nice boots, if they fill your needs! Like that they are stylish and waterproof.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall1Rated 1 star out of 5
Comfort1Rated 1 star out of 5
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I'm normally an 8.5-9. After reading other reviews I ordered the 9.5 and it was way too small. I returned it for the 10, and it fit in length but was way to wide in the toe area. They also had little to no arch support. Unfortunately, I'll be returning the 10 too.
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1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Very cute, fully cozy fleecy lined. Hoping these will take place of Uggs for me. I need more support than Uggs offer, and sorel feels very supportive!! I wanted boots for winter or cold days of fall, easy on off, just as soft and warm as Uggs, but with more arch support. Here’s to hoping these are it!
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Super cute and comfy!
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0 found this review helpful.
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Love these! They run a half size narrow. I’m usually an 8 and got 8.5-they’re perfect. I live in Colorado and I won’t be taking these off all winter!
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Great boots! They are warm and comfy. I'm so glad I got these, been a long time since I've had a nice pair of winter boots. ? I went a half size bigger but could have gone an entire size if I want to wear thicker socks. I'm still happy with these. Thank you Zappos for the great price and quick shipping!!!
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0 found this review helpful.
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Love 'em - super cozy and comfortable and I just got compliments from two friends who rarely notice what is on my feet.
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0 found this review helpful.
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I bought these for my daughter. They are warm and cute. Not a great arch support.
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0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I wear a size 7, but I got 7.5 after reading the reviews and that was great advice! They fit perfectly when I tried them on with no socks, but knew they would be exactly what I needed once I put on warm socks for the wintertime. They were very cozy, and I really like the easy feel they give you. Almost like wearing slippers around! Really cool…..can’t wait for Wintertime!
I'd also recommend:
Frye, Converse, Nike, Lucky
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0 found this review helpful.

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