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Boot Up with Van Dal Boots

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Hilda
Wednesday, 17 October 2018 / Published in Home, News, Style & Beauty

Boot Up with Van Dal Boots

These Van Dal boots are made for walking! Those of you who follow my blog might be aware that I have foot issues,  (not a foot fetish) so I find it difficult enough to find comfortable, yet stylish and attractive boots.

I have several pairs of FABULOUS boots which I am only able to wear from car to bar…and seeing as I don’t visit too many bars theses days, they don’t get out much.

But these Van Dal beauties have made it into Dublin city and walked a couple of miles (with me in them obviously) and have gone to lunch and dinner too. Below, I have paired them with my F&F pleated skirt and jumper and with a Zara jumper on another occasion.

Yes, they have a busy social life and I only have them a few weeks, while others languish forlornly in my wardrobe.

Why? Well, isn’t it obvious. They are so comfortable; I can walk  for hours without that horrible burning underfoot, because of the amazing underfoot cushioning. And did I mention there is room for my bunions and my ganglion? Yes, a next-door neighbour to my bunion, this ganglion is squatting and despite numerous attempts to evict it, will not go. (But that beast will be the subject of another post).

And anyway, my new Van Dal leather beauties have made me oblivious to it. Happy feet mean a Happy Hilda!

Van Dal kindly gifted me these boots, which I eventually decided, on following a long browse through their collections.

The style I chose is called ‘Mercer’ and I went for the tan colour, but, it comes in four other colours including a gorgeous dark green.

But what really sold me, apart from a nice manageable block heel, was the attention to detail. The beautiful tan leather front is combined with a contrast suede back panel, buckle detail and subtle studs at the heel. It is easy to see the details in the photos below. I am wearing the boots with my TK Maxx leopard print coat and Primark/Penneys scarf. And maybe you have seen these Carraig Donn athleisure pants in my Instagram. posts and stories when I did a collaboration with Marshes Shopping Centre.

 

So these Van-Dals (sounds like a Dutch Master) will be seeing a lot of action this season, because they are very versatile They will be kicking butt and marching on and walking tall.

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Hilda

 

Tagged under: boots, comfortable shoes, F&F, Primark, TK Maxx, Van Dal

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12 Comments to “ Boot Up with Van Dal Boots”

  1. Nancy says :Reply
    October 18, 2018 at 8:14 am

    It sounds Dutch indeed! They look great with a Leopard print! I also love the pants and the fabulous coat! Wow!

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      October 23, 2018 at 3:34 am

      Thanks Nancy, They are so versatile

  2. Loretta Sayers says :Reply
    October 18, 2018 at 8:05 pm

    Fantastic boats, Hilda!! They looks so comfy. I too have foot issues, and these look like ones I could wear. Are they available in the States?

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      October 23, 2018 at 3:34 am

      Yes they do ship I think. Check their site.

  3. Jessica A Jannenga says :Reply
    October 22, 2018 at 5:46 pm

    Hi Hilda!
    LOVE those boots! Great color and the heel height is just right. I am thrilled I can wear a block heel these days! Love the leopard jacket on you and the sweater/leopard combo. One can not have enough leopard in my book! I just love a rich looking cognac bootie. You look wonderful.
    jess xx
    http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      October 23, 2018 at 3:33 am

      Thanks Jess they are the biz

  4. Robin LaMonte says :Reply
    October 24, 2018 at 7:09 pm

    Hida,

    What a great pair of booties!
    They go perfectly with your leopard skirt and plaid pants!

    I see you are leopard layering like me!
    Always fabulous!

    Hugs,
    Robin

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      October 26, 2018 at 5:30 am

      Thanks Robin yes love the animal prints too. xxx

  5. Rosemary Davis says :Reply
    October 27, 2018 at 12:18 am

    These boots are perfection. I am so into the block heel these days. Style and comfort checks all my wish boxes.

    Rosemary

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      October 31, 2018 at 7:47 pm

      Thanks Rosemary. I am so in love with them…comfort and style..what’s not to love?

  6. jodie filogomo says :Reply
    October 28, 2018 at 3:12 am

    It’s the best thing ever to find stylish boots that feel good too!!
    XOXO
    Jodie
    http://www.jtouchofstyle.com

    1. Hilda says :Reply
      October 31, 2018 at 7:46 pm

      I agree..these are just like slippers…..love xx

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