Review: CSN Mukluks

 

4 Stars

I had the opportunity to use a coupon at CSN Stores, and I ended up getting an adorable pair of Mukluks. They're the tall size in the Godiva coloring.

CSN also offers a short size in Godiva, and a Vintage coloring in both sizes.

They are lined with a faux fur and extend to mid-calf. the drawstring on the front lets me tighten or loosen them so I can wear anything under them, from tights to leg warmers to jeans and I can tuck them in and tighten them comfortably.

The shoes themselves are made to regulate heat. when it's really cold, my feet stay warm, and when it's warm out, my feet can breathe and they don't sweat too much. They're also REALLY comfortable, and really cute.

The rundown of why I like them:

1. Warm—and I'll need it up here. Supposedly it gets down into the single digits.

2. really pretty. I love the fair isle patterning and coloring.

3. the warmth regulation is convenient, especially when it's cold in the morning, warm in the afternoon, and cold at night. I only have to wear one pair of shoes!

4. The adjustable drawstring front—I can wear them with any pants and trap the heat in.

5. the sole is about an inch thick: so even walking through cold puddles is ok, because the fabric of the shoe doesn't get wet.

 

Tiny complaints:

1. slippery when wet. I have to dry them off before I walk on a linoleum floor inside (or be very careful), because they're really slick.

2. the lining on the bottom moves a little under my toes, so it feels weird sometimes and I have to straighten it out.

3. They feel just a little on the big side. Most size 9-s fit me with a little room, but my feet are wide so it's ok. These almost feel like they're bigger than 9-s. But they've got room for thick socks!

4. Not a lot of arch support.

 

So the good certainly outweighs the not-so-good in this case. I love these shoes! I'll probably wear them from November to April (Supposedly it stays icy for a while up here). I'll do a follow-up post once the snow hits.