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Are these Mum boots or just wrong boots or could they be ok boots?

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zippyswife · 13/12/2017 14:16

www.clarks.co.uk/c/Orinoco-Club/p/20340918

I was looking for Chelsea Boots but they were making my feet look so long. These are a bit higher.

They are to wear with skinnies mainly and biker jacket/grey wool boyfriend coat. My style is pretty minimal.

They are from Clark’s I’m doubting my purchase...

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DrizzleHair · 13/12/2017 14:18

Mum boots IMO but / and very nice indeed. I want them. Might even buy them. And I have pretty decent taste in shoes I think.
Are they comfy?

EnidButton · 13/12/2017 14:18

I think they're good. Too chunky to be a MN mum boot. They'll look nice with the outfit you describe.

EnidButton · 13/12/2017 14:21

Although I'm not keen on elasticsted panels but that's just my personal taste.

Tantpoke · 13/12/2017 14:22

I have these in the lace ups, love them, I dont think they're mum boots as like enid says they're too chunky. They are my go to daytime winter boot perfect height for tucking jeans into.

zippyswife · 13/12/2017 14:23

drizzle they’re 30% cheaper in Debenhams £45. That’s what clinched it today. They seem pretty comfy.

I have a fear of Mum boots so needed to ask.

Also- with that height I tuck the jeans in right? If I’m rolling them up they’d near be shortsConfused.

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Tantpoke · 13/12/2017 14:25

Yes tuck your skinny jeans in, its winter, will look ridiculous otherwise.

zippyswife · 13/12/2017 14:26

Ah Enid.... elasticsted panels.... yeah hmmm... I know what you mean..

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Margomyhero · 13/12/2017 14:28

I like them.

Almost bought a pair a few weeks ago but the store didn't have the size in stock.

I wouldn't call them mum boots though - they are a bit too 'stompy' for that Grin

ihatethecold · 13/12/2017 14:30

They are not Mum boots. I like them.

MeghanwithanH · 13/12/2017 14:33

There's no such thing as mum boots. That was crap from the user formerly known as cod.

keeponkeepinon · 13/12/2017 14:37

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Redken24 · 13/12/2017 14:42

Haha I have these, they are super comfy and go with most clothes. Not sure what mum boots are but I wouldn't class these as that

zippyswife · 13/12/2017 15:12

I’m really easily lead- hence asking for approval. Looks like I’m keeping them Wink

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BusterGonad · 13/12/2017 17:03

I love the term mum boot! 😂

RosaDeZoett · 13/12/2017 17:08

Dare I ask, what are Mum boots? Please post photos to illustrate.... (I suspect I own some.... Practical? Comfy? Waterproof? Slightly agricultural?) (actually those words describe most of my clothes, not just my boots 😂)

Parmesanity · 13/12/2017 17:34

LOVE these...especially in burgundy or navy. Definitely not frumpy. Am sorely tempted...do you think they'll be reduced again after Christmas?

I love Clarks for their reliable sizes, comfort and quality...am clearly verrrrry old, but having sore/cold feet is not on my daily to-do list Smile

WipsGlitter · 13/12/2017 17:40

In my opinion this is a Mum boot. Hilariously called "matron". Generally worn with jeans, fleece and large handbag.

OP those are lovely.

nigelschristmasham · 13/12/2017 17:44

I like 'em.
What's more is that I am currently wearing a very battered pair of Clark's tan Chelsea boots, 4 years old and. The best boots I've ever owned. I love them. Don't let where they are from out you off.

Lokisglowstickofdestiny · 13/12/2017 17:46

What's the obsession with whether something is a "mum boot"? If you like them, get them. I think they are fine.

BusterGonad · 13/12/2017 18:06

Mum boots generally look like you are wearing pigs trotters!

MikeUniformMike · 13/12/2017 18:10

Those Matron ones are def. mum boots.
I think I have mum handbag.

BWatchWatcher · 13/12/2017 18:12

They are cheaper on Amazon.

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allthegoodusernameshavegone · 13/12/2017 18:13

What is a Mum boot? And why does anyone care what anyone else thinks of them?

SukiTheDog · 13/12/2017 18:28

I’ve had these. They split along the side within weeks. Took them back to exchange. Same thing happened. I wasn’t impressed.

Vitalogy · 13/12/2017 18:46

They're fine, I'd wear them with bootleg trousers or jeans.

Just having a look at their sale and saw these. Are these a bit daft or what. I don't get it, my toes would be cold.

www.clarks.co.uk/c/Spiced-Melody/p/26127292

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