These boots are really beautiful and I just love the design. I used to lived in Texas and did not want a cowboy boot. I am more of a northeast girl so I was surprised that I fell in love with these, but I did. They feel completely at home in the northeast as well as the south and just elevate any outfit. I usually wear an 8.5 and I ordered a 9 in these to give myself some space for thicker socks. The heel slips a little and I debated ordering the 8.5 and see if it would fit better, but the toe box felt snug so I didn't want to chance it. I'm hoping I made the right choice in keeping this size. I wear an 8.5 in the Elba and other Freda shoes I own. I've worn these boots once for an evening out and they did great. I bought these to wear with a dress but they work well with a variety of outfits. They are slightly wider in my calf so they may not work under all my jeans/pants and that is a potential drawback.

I purchased the black calf with navy suede Nancie boots after much deliberation. I’m originally from Texas and have never wanted to buy a fashion cowboy boot… but on the other hand I won’t wear actually cowboy boots in NYC… enter Nancie! She’s not trying too hard but has some western flair. I wear an 8 in the Freda Gladiator but 8.5 for the Jada and Elba. I bought these in a 9 because the calf leather was really hugging my foot and the arch was snug. 9 was absolutely perfect and sculpted my feet. These are SHOWSTOPPERS and I can’t wait to wear them everywhere this winter. Also love that the suede is only on the shaft so I can enjoy having suede boots without ruining them in the salty snow.