Good boots, dressier appearance than expected
349961
Good boots.  Frye never disappoints!  I normally wear a 12 in dress and athletic shoes and the 12 seems to fit spot on.  My only complaint would be that while these are labeled as motorcycle boots, they appear to be more of a dress boot when on.  The tread is very "moto" but the boots really have a dressier look than a rugged motorcycle boot.  The zipper catches a little but overall the quality is good.
2355790
These are VERY stiff, as the other reviewer noted. I suspect they will soften with time and wear since they are leather, but in the meantime, I wear them with thicker socks that I roll around my ankles to protect the backs of my legs from the stiff edge. The burgundy color is true to the pictures online, and the stud detail livens up an otherwise plain boot.
1870266
With the heel, the boots look kind of bulky. Not a great match with slim fit jeans. But they go well with skirts or casual dresses. They are comfortable to wear too.
4103603
I love the look of these boots but they were taller than expected. They were really a good value and I Keeping them.
4730615
Love these boots for the price! They look more expensive then they were. I did put extra cushion in them to make them fit better and be more comfortable. Overall though, I am happy with the quality and look for the price. I will buy another pair of a different color in the future.
1780516
Beautiful boots in general.  I expected them to be distressed, but must say they are far more distressed than I anticipated.  They have much more tan showing than black.  I expected them to be darker overall.  The picture doesnt show just how distressed some of the boots could be.

I already wore them so cant return, but in hindsight I would have to go for something less patchy in color.
4682496
Not as close-fitting along the calf as I had hoped, but they look great.  I normally wear a 6 1/2 shoe but a 6 in dress shoes.  I wish a 6 had been available when I ordered these, as I think it would have fit better.  But I have room to add an insole, which I will have to do to get adequate arch support (these have none).  Overall, not bad for the price.
1623272
The Vine newsletter calls these "Fashion Boots" but that doesn't appear anywhere in the Product page. To me, this suggests things like Uggs or oversized hip-hop Timbs, or Nike's sneaker/boots, meaning tall footwear that provides little support.

Also, just looking at it, with that big bold N on the side, and the unique spoiler-thingy on the back, you expect this to be more like a sneaker than a boot.

But surprise surprise, this would be a fine boot for duty if your uniform policy allows for subdued branding. I got the all-black boots and the logo and triangle on the toe are black, but shiny and somewhat reflective, so definitely not subdued enough to wear in my case, but policies vary. In all probability, this was intended for casual urban wear probably with loose pants. More on that later.

They're very supportive with a nice rigid but well padded upper (AKA shaft) that doesn't bite into the shin or calf. No hot-spots.

They're not terribly wide or narrow, very middle-of-the-road.

They're a generous length compared to sneakers, but pretty par for a boot which typically gives more allowance for thick socks.

The soles have an aggressive tread pattern that's excellent on rough level surfaces like concrete or asphalt, which is one reason I said it would make a good duty boot rather than a hiking boot. It would probably do well on trails and dry stones, but I'd be concerned on loose surfaces and wet stones.

Insulation is nice. It's noticeably warmer than non-insulated boots, but breathes well and doesn't get too sweaty. That WILL change with age. All of my insulated boots have gotten caked and no long breathe, leading to sweatier and sweatier feet. These will suffer the same fate, but hopefully not too soon, since they're quite nice.

And the clever "spoiler" on the back of the boot looks peculiar to say the least when you look at the photos. OK, let's just call it what it is, hideous. But when it's worn with loose fitting pants (i.e., a normal pair of jeans, not parachute pants and not skinny hipster jeans) you can't see the spoiler. The pant cuff hides the shaft and spoiler and it just looks like black sneakers. The spoiler keeps the back of the pants from dragging on the ground, which leads to dirty torn cuffs and premature wear. So, it's not meant to be a designer feature, but a practical feature.
4009810
These didn't look quite like I expected them to and when I first opened the box I was unsure if I would keep them. I decided to try wearing them with a couple different outfits and like them ok. They're not the most comfortable boots I own but I'm hopeful that with wear they'll stretch in the necessary places.
2189808
Overall, these are pretty nice shoes. They look good, and are reasonably comfortable for heavy boots. I only have a few small complaints. The shoes themselves run very large. I ordered two sizes smaller than I typically wear and I was still swimming in them. They also have a sort of odd foot shape. the sides of the shoe fit well, while there was still another two or three sizes worth of extra length. If you have longer thinner feet, these would probably fit you really well. Lastly, the upper portion of the boot is made from thinner leather than I would have expected. My guess is that it is for appearance, since it makes the boots look a little more worn in once they are tied down tight, but I'm not 100% sure what it would do to durability. Ultimately, the boots just weren't going to fit my foot shape, so I ended up returning them, but for the right person, they'd be very nice.
1432228
I love the way these boots look but the calf of the boot is much wider than what I expected.  I was hoping they would be narrower... that said, the quality of the leather and the boot overall is high.  Though the heel is higher than what I ideally would have wanted it, it is offset by the comfortable padded insole and slightly built up sole, so the angle can still be comfortable all day.
3113208
I really like these boots. As other reviewers have said, the leather shaft is a bit tight at first, but stretches nicely, and the adjustable buckle at the top really helps! I was somewhat disappointed to realize the ankle buckle is not adjustable, and is just there for show. The rigidity of the buckle makes it somewhat difficult to get my feet into the boots, having to push/pull pretty hard to get the back of my heel settled into the boot. Once they're one, they are really comfortable though. If the ankle buckle was adjustable, it'd be a 5 star boot for sure. With the pointed toe, they look a little more like cowboy boots than I was expecting, and are also more matte in coloring than I was expecting - I like the look, so it's not a problem, but it's not super-accurately pictured.
372446
They look even better than the pictures. Well made boots.
2619490
Looks very nice and fits well. The faux leather was not what I expected, but the boot is warm. Thanks
454227
If you are looking for a solid chunky combat boot with some substance, this is not it. They appear to be well made so far,  (I have only just gotten them, never yet worn in public) but I  doubt they could take much of a beating. They are almost a 'dressy' style of boot, I could actually make them work with dress pants as well as jeans. I also have freakishly small wide feet, and these do me no favors in that department. On the other hand, if you are looking for a boot to slim your foot and create the illusion of a smaller appearance these will do the trick.  I usually wear a 7.5 in most boots, and my feet and ankles tend to swell. I ordered these in an 8.5 after reading the reviews, and I wish I had actually gone for a 9. I will be able to wear them with a very thin sock only. They are not uncomfortable, and I have tons of toe room, but they are very narrow in the heel and ankle. On the positive side, I  love that they lace up and this allows you to expand the shaft if your calves are wider. The  red plaid lining on the inside is very attractive, muted in color and very soft. I  actually prefer them worn cuffed down as it makes the boot look a bit chunkier. I will be keeping them, because they are not my only pair of boots and I will not be wearing them every day. I think this may preserve their longevity.
4124169
Very nice boot.  Less dressy than I had hoped, but still great with tights or leggings.  The ankle opening is a bit wider than I'd like (small ankles and I hate the flopping around them when I walk) Well made3 and will work well for more casual outfits.
2597947
I purchased these larger due to other posted comments, and then immediately added an arch support for cushion and comfort (I do this for most of my shoes, so take that into consideration with my review). These are costume boots for a costume, I knew what I was getting into. Sure, the material isn't the highest quality for a boot, but that isn't what I was looking for, I wanted a specific look and this had it. The front piece is removable, but there is a seam down the middle (instead of across the toes), so keep that in mind if you want to remove the leather front. The 3 side straps are not removable - so I may create something else for them to hold so they don't flap if I take out the front piece. All in all, for a costume, these are pretty good boots. The heal is solid and nothing has fallen apart after 1 day's use. I'd recommend them if you like the look and also advise to add an insole cushion. My only concern was the front piece moves around a bit, so If I leave it on I may use something to lock it in place.