Reward Offered. Find these boots. (Yes, I've got issues.) (But you already knew that.)

I watched the AMAs last night and quickly realized I am sooo not 'in' fashion. Because I don't own black leggings, a black leather jacket or black rider-style boots, add a 4" stilletto heel, and of course I don't have any of that sparkly midnight blue eyeshadow because obviously Adam Lambert went ahead and bought America's stock in it. Sadly, I don't own an unflattering gold boxing outfit (and come to think of it, no one chants "champ" when I walk into the arena room either, dammit) nor do I one enough Ace bandages to pull off either Rhianna's or Lady Gaga's outfits.

Woe is me.

So I went to Target today to find these outfits and well, yeah. I love me some Target but they don't exactly have J. Lo's boxing outfit in the women's or junior's section, although I did find plenty of ace bandages in the First Aid section next to the tampons. I guess that's a start, right?

TANGENT: I find it more than ironic that tampons are conveniently placed next to the First Aid kits. That is all.

Like all these celebrities, I've decided to reinvent myself. Fashionably. Like, as in, by getting some fashion sense at all would be a good place to start, I suppose. Wearing jeans and t-shirts, grandma sweaters, chucks and slathering on a good couple coats of jet black double volume mascara and lip teasing with Burts Bees lip balm completes my current "style" so... someone alert Tim Gunn or that Carson dude and tell them to fix me - except in a way that I still feel like I'm wearing comfortably worn jeans and tees and chucks without having to show a little leg or bicep. (Hey, the gun show is not free.)

In the meantime, while I sit here doing nothing about my current "style situation," I did photograph a completely random stranger's boots at Disneyland the other day because I loved them and now find myself searching HIGH and low to find them. Yeah. You try googling "blackish maybe leather? worn looking women's boots with blue zipper" and see what you find. Or searching through Zappo's 3,000+ women's boots to find those exact ones. Riiiiiight.  

 

So I'm offering a reward. If you can find these exact boots (above) somewhere on the internet for sale, I'll send you a $20 Starbucks gift card.* Because I am bat shit crazy needing-to-find-them-even-though-I-probably-can't-afford-them-and-might-not-even-like-them-if-I-did over them.

In the meantime, whose personal style do you love? I like Rachel Bilson's, I think. Vintage-y.

:::

*To the first person to find those EXACT boots.

Comments

[monstergirlee]

Those may very well be men's boots.
I had a similar pair of motorcycle boots back in the early 90's. They came from England, and were motorcycle specific.
Very nice tho.
I have found myself quite shameless at times- asking people what kind of boots they're wearing since I too have been coveting some new boots.
I found a couple pairs of Born (for around $200- UGH) that I do like too.

[Karen (SubMommy)]

Well, I haven't a clue where to find you those boots, but I can tell you whose personal style I HATE.

The Olsen Twins.

How much money did you pay to look like a bag lady? What's next? A designer shopping cart? Or can we look forward to your "line" of "designer" shopping carts at my local Wal-mart sometime next year?

Ok, that said - I like Charlize Theron. I wish I was that tall.

[Anne Y]

I have spent hours looking for these boots knowing I have seen them before and I cannot for the life of me locate them. The search will continue in the morning!

[Cat]

I found them in black. They are on eBay super cheap. Also found a different style you may like.

On eBay: http://tinyurl.com/ygq82cr
 
Or at Nordstroms: http://tinyurl.com/yzja2oz 

These are cute, but w/lace backs at Piperlime: http://tinyurl.com/y8w72xa

[kristin]

These are pretty damn close

http://tinyurl.com/ygzro6w

[Michelle]

I'll give you a $20 Starbucks card* to NOT wear them. No likey!
*just kidding. I'm too cheap.

[christine]

I'm pretty sure they're Coach- they make a style called Fiona that looks a lot like that. But the leather(wear) and the heel- they're almost definitely Coach.

[Unplanned Cooking]

Too funny! I am not a shopper, so when I see something I like, I buy it. You should have offered that woman $100 :).

[UD]

@Cat - You are very close... but the ones in the photo don't have a heel. I'd rather not have a heel. If no one else comes up with the *exact* pair, the gift card is yours.

[Courtney]

I saw the boots at Nordtrom's from above with the red zipper, I'm still searching!

[Shell]

they look like REAL riding boots - either equestrian or bike... and well worn to get that colour

these are close though http://www2.victoriassecret.com/commerce/onlineProductDisplay.vs?namespace=productDisplay&origin=onlineProductDisplay.jsp&event=display&prnbr=EG-215924&page=2&cgname=OSSHUBOOKNE&rfnbr=6510

[Andrea's Sweet Life]

OK, I just spent WAY too much time looking for those damn boots. You'd think the "blue zipper" would make them easier to find, but it just fucks up the search engines. Stupid robots.

[Mary]

I think we're looking at a boot/half chap combo here - the ankle is too baggy for them to be tall boots, and the strap at the bottom does not look like it's connected to the boot - see how it sags down at the heel? And the leather isn't quite the same color on both foot and leg.

Finding the exact half chaps is impossible no matter how I google. For a nice, slim look go for the English riding style, or search amongst the thousands of motorcycle chap sites for something a little more edgy.

The no-heel boots are much easier - they're simple ropers - http://www.sheplers.com/list/womens_laredo_boots/045a69.html

or jodhpur boots -

http://www.smartpakequine.com/ProductClass.aspx?productclassid=2621&cm_mmc=Shopzilla-_-Shopping%20Feed-_-NA-_-12621

Impossible to tell from the photo.

The other commentors have made some great suggestions, too. Good luck with your search!

[Nolita Morgan]

Possibly a variation of these really, really expensive boots? Rosebowl by Golden Goose. Vintage-inspired distressed leather boot with red accented zip detail at 16" shaft, 3/4" stacked heel. Leather sole.
http://www.kaboodle.com/reviews/golden-goose-rose-bowl-boot--pre-order
They are only $1300! ;.)

[jeff]

those are men's black leather harness boots. u can get them at wal-mart. but the blue zipper..i would look at that store thats like the hot topic of foorwear in the mall (dont know the name) or a fetish store...seriously if u drop the blue zipper thing you can get these anywhere and they should cost under 200$

[krysta]

katie says they might be urban outfitter but this link there is no zipper...

http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?itemdescription=true&itemCount=60&startValue=1&selectedProductColor=&sortby=&id=17187683&parentid=W_SHOES_BOOTS&sortProperties=+subCategoryPosition,+product.marketingPriority,-product.startDate&navCount=81&navAction=jump&color=&pushId=W_SHOES_BOOTS&popId=WOMENS_SHOES&prepushId=

these have a zip but no buckle...

http://us.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=32051&storeId=13052&categoryId=175086&parent_category_rn=175075&productId=1387082&langId=-1

[lorrie]

those boots are awesome. I hope you find them. If you don't find the zipper or heal you want, you might call around to your local cobblers and see if they can add/change the boots you find to your desires.

[Hailey]

I am still searching.
Check these Frye boots out. No zipper though.
http://www.thefryecompany.com/Product-Women-Boots-Tall%20Shaft-77605BLK.aspx#?

[Hailey]

These are bad ass too. Still searching for the zipper & double buckle.
http://www.pumpzco.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1358&zenid=3f1feb5d827bbb8746c984828a9f56a2

[QBalls]

RE: Tampon section/First Aid kit stuff next to each other....if it stops a bleed, then it's all the same. Right?
RE: Boots - yes, those boots are cool, I will ask Jeannie to look for them for you, she can sniff out shit like that.

[kerry s]

Meg...are these them?

http://www.shoemany.com/charles_by_charles_david_rowdy_shoes_1052cd_c4271_p53463.htm?utm_source=sortprice&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=sortprice

[Primary Work at Home]

I like the boots. So nice!

[bhán]

Last month I bought boots like that except mine have no zipper and the straps loop around twice. I love the colour and the leather is incredibly soft and comfortable. I got them at Zara (the one at The Grove in Los Angeles), I tried to find a picture on their website to show you but their website is a pain in the $@#, so no luck. If you are near a Zara they are in 'the young' section, whatever that means. I hope you find them, I love mine.

[UD]

To everyone who has pointed out the Charles David 'Rowdy' boots - those are not them, but definitely the closest to what I saw at Disneyland and I love them too. (Except the price.)

[Nolita Morgan]

Hi...just wondering if you ever found these boots for yourself. Hope so!

[JLee]

i have been trying to find these boots too! the problem is, i actually tried them on at a nordstrom in CA and they weren't the right size, so i wanted to try to find them online - the box they came in at nordstrom said "steve madden" but i've looked through all the steve madden pages and still can't find them ... i'm not sure ... and feeling frustrated. they also came in a tan leather with a red zipper in the back.

[Sarah]

Don't know if this thing is still going, but I was looking for these too...
They are Steve Madden! they're called "Roady" (so really they're knockoff Charles David- but much cuter, yeah?)

Here they are at Nordstrom: http://tinyurl.com/yblw2j4
They have both colors, but on separate pages.

[Thomas]

Nice information, and that very good boot. Thanks for the post.
Thanks for the information, if you have a chace please visit Harley Boot

[Astrid]

Hi the boots are on Ebay right now, don't know if they are your size the brand is Golden Goose the item number is 200434536765 good luck!

ciao

[julie]

they have them at nordstrom and nordstrom.com. they are steve madden brand, i tried them on today and am in love with them!!

[julie]

here is exactly where to find them...............http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3088958/0~2376780~6009391~6011846~6011849~6011850?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6011850&P=1

[Coach Handbags]

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[Kat]

A girl in my writing class has these EXACT boots and I have been trying to find them everywhere. I will ask her what they are the next time I see her....

Those Madden boots are damn close though...

[wendy]

They are by golden goose. i've seen them in person. amazing boots. ludivine on lexington ave in new york city has them . 1295$

[ssk.]

hope i'm not too late in the mix, but i think these are steve maddens roadys. http://piperlime.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=19794&vid=1&pid=763470&scid=763470012

[Mary DeClercq]

They are by steve madden called the Roady. You can find them at Loris shoes almost 200 and if you put in Toutie for a coupon code then you will get 20% off. Sorry if it is too late already of a post....

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im 16. i need new boots and im shopping at outlet places. they have uggs for around $80, i know they are out of style but they are so comfy, should i get them, if not what kind of boots should i get that are fashionable and comfy? also what type of shoes should i get im thinking pumas or diesels which do you prefer (or something else)? thankyou!

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[Jordans Sneakers]

I understand what you are saying, but you just seem to have forgotten that there are some other people in the world who view this issue for what it really is and may not agree with you. You may be turning away a lot of people who might have been fans of your blog.

[Christine]

Steve madden carries them in black with the blue zipper and brown with red zipper for 150.00..... Do I get the 20 star bucks card?

[Laura]

They're called "Roady" Boots by Steve Madden, black Leather with a blue zipper. Got them on sale for $129. at a Steve Madden retail store.

[C-low]

Here is a link to these exact boot.

http://www.amazon.com/Steve-Madden-Womens-Roady-Knee-High/dp/B002V9D6SG

[boots]

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[marlene]

they sell these at nordstrom && theyre steve madden their regular price is about $190 somthin or 200 dollars i havee them in brown (:

[NA]

They are Steve Madden Roady Boots.

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[hgh supplement]

Those are the exact style i want to buy now. There should be somewhere in our area that sells them.

[Monica]

I have these boots I bought them in LA but NEVER wore the and now um selling then bought the for 35$ But I'm selling the for 25$ there size 8 if interested email me at artpiece_Monica@live.com ;)

[GiGi]

Anyone figured out the brand of the boots, I think Steve Madden is pretty similar but I think the ones in the pic are different. It is funny I just saw a girl in the train this morning and I liked them so much that the minute I got to work I decided to start looking for them online. thought the blue zipper would help but seems like its not easy to find.

[Sophie]

Don't need the gift card;
enjoy...
http://www.stevemadden.com/item.aspx?id=49974&utm_source=CSE&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Shopzilla&utm_term=Steve%20Madden%20Women%27s%20ROADY%20-%20BLACK%20LEATHER%20Shoes&omid=cse&utm_source=shopz&utm_medium=cse&utm_campaign=2011

[mara]

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2055471/A-new-home-blind-Great-Dane-devoted-guide-dog.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

im positive these are the exact boots (though the zippers are different but these actually look better in my opinion) i was searching for them in brown and came across your quest which only heightened my search! FINALLY i found them! they are reasonably priced as far as boots go! enjoy!

[Ashley Snyder]

I just bought the brown and black ones on 6pm.com for super cheap. Go there and u will find them.