Okay, so I finally caved and got these Sam Edelman Paige boots after seeing them everywhere. Here’s the real tea—no sugarcoating.

First off, they look *chef’s kiss*. The block heel and square toe give that modern vibe, and they pair perfectly with both skinny jeans and dresses. The 1.75-inch heel is Goldilocks-level—just right for all-day wear.

BUT (big but), comfort is a gamble. Some days they feel like walking on clouds (shoutout to the lightweight design), but other times? That left boot suddenly develops a phantom pebble situation. Like, why?? I’ve tried shaking it out—nope, it’s the shoe itself. Major side-eye.

The zipper is another drama queen. Wear anything shorter than high socks, and it’ll stage a rebellion against your ankles. Learned that the hard way.

Sizing is whack too—runs narrow even for Sam Edelman loyalists. My usual size felt like a foot corset, and the leather? Smells more like a PVC party than luxury. Cute for ‘grams, not for all-day marathons.

Verdict: 50% love (style points), 50% regret (comfort roulette). Would I repurchase? Only if they fix that pebble gremlin.