Words from the Workshop

“The Havana is an original Adelante style, and since I’ve been here from the beginning I’ve been making them for years. It’s great to see their continued popularity over time; I make several pairs per week. I’m not surprised given how good the Havana looks once sanded and polished.”

- Nery, Adelante Artisan

  • 5 stars: 121 (94%)
  • 4 stars: 8 (6%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Anthony B.
Havana

Excellent boots, they were first pair ever made just for me extreme quality and comfort.

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Rebecca F.
The most beautiful and comfortable boots

I purchased these from a pop-up sale in NYC, and I have never been more happy with a pair of boots. They’re so comfortable, age well, and feel amazing on my feet.

You will not be disappointed!

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Kurtis

The quality of craftsmanship in the boats is beautiful. Very comfortable right out of the box. I receive many compliments every time I wear them. If I had one gripe, it would be with soles. Although there is no quality issues with ones they have I wish they were offered with a kind of lugged sole option. That way I could wear them more through the winter months in Canada.

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Jim S.
Fit surprisingly well and provide

Fit surprisingly well and provide lateral support for my ankle that I was looking for

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Jerry R.
Thank you for the best

Thank you for the best pair of boots! The fit is true to size, and the quality is very good. The leather in the boot makes for a very comfortable boot to wear all day. Thanks again and I look forward to owning my next pair of shoes from Adelante.

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David S.
Very comfortable shoes right out

Very comfortable shoes right out of the box.

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Chad T.
Well worth the money!!

I am a big believer that you get what you pay for. That being said, I love these boots. When I have time, I wear them around the house for a couple of hours to break them in. So far this seems to be working. I can wear them longer and longer without my feet hurting. I whole heartedly recommend these boots. I have had more compliments on them when I do wear them out and about. They look well made and feel well made.

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David P.
Great Boots!

These are a great pair of stylish boots. It's great to find wide sizes, and even more exciting is the fact that you can order two different sizes. My right foot is slightly wider than my left. I finally have a pair of boots that fits both feet perfectly!

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Brandon K.
Incredible boots!

These boots are simply incredible. I knew as soon as I put them on that they were a step above (no pun intended) anything I’d worn before. The leather feels amazing, the sole is one of the most comfortable I’ve ever experienced. The look of the leather is also something else - I love the caramel color and ended up getting the matching belt as well. This was my first Adelante purchase but I’m a customer for life.

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Lezli B.
Havana’s perfect for women, too!

I am normally an 8.5 wide in women’s. My feet seem to continue getting wider. I ordered the Havana in men’s size 6 EEEEE per the measuring option and the recommendation of customer service. They, surprisingly, fit perfect ( I thought that size sounded extraordinarily wide). Super comfortable even without much of an arch.

Fantastic workmanship from Selvin… and the leather smells amazing!
The mahogany is more of a brown than reddish brown.

Just ordered the Granada in women’s 8.5 EEE. Can’t wait.

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Nelson G.
Trained hand

I ordered a size too small but didn’t want to go through the hassle of returning them so I took them to my local cobbler. When I took them out of the bag he was impressed by the craftsmanship and seemed pumped to get to work on a pair of shoes of such high quality. Upon getting them back, they fit perfectly and I can’t wait to get a patina on them as they age.

Another great thing about this company is the ability to order a different size for each foot. My right foot is 5E and the left is 3E. I can see the disparity between my two feet from just throwing on whatever and going about my day. Buying from here will allow me to take care of my feet and not wear shoes that double as birth control.

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Kenneth G.
Boots are as comfortable as

Boots are as comfortable as the first pair I bought, but have one less eyelet at the top that I don’t like as well

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William P.
The fit is excellent and

The fit is excellent and these are very comfortable. Finally, good looking well constructed shoes that come in wide sizes.

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Timothy E.
Workmanship, Style and Mission: The Boots Are Made for Walking!

These are simply the most beautiful, comfortable and supportive boots I have ever worn. From the leather quality, to the workmanship, (Muchas Gracias, Jose!), to the mission of Adelante’s support for local craftspeople in a region known for exploitation of workers, there is nothing not to like. I gave Adelante gift cards to my adult kids at Christmas because I want them to support this amazing company as well.

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Dean Z.
I received my Havana boots

I received my Havana boots exactly at the estimated delivery and they have far exceeded my expectations. The leather quality, workmanship and comfort are outstanding.
I cannot believe the level of quality for the price paid. If you are considering a purchase I highly recommend Adelante. You will not be disappointed!

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MSL
Mahogany Havana Boot-a work of art.

I'm a sculptor and the Mahogany Havana Boots are a work of art. David did a very fine job of crafting these boots. I plan on wearing these with jeans when I go out to a casual affair or dining. It took me a long time to order a pair of Adelante for I've been very loyal to Allen Edmonds over the years but they seem to have trouble with quality control as far as the sizing. The next couple of pairs will now be Adelante. I have my eye on a pair of Black Havanas and the Luca.

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zachary p.
5 out of 5!

The service and product from Adelante are better than I expected. The boots are as beautiful and comfortable after 6 months as they were when I received them. The leather is buttery smooth, with consistant grain throughout and feels very durable with no break in required. I sized down a half size and went up a size in width after reading reviews and the fit was perfect. So happy I found a brand that offers 4E widths with such a sleek and handsome style . I get compliments every time I wear them and will continue to grow my Adelante collection.

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JULIO T.
Buy them!

I absolutely love this pair of boots. I originally ordered them in caramel but I ultimately went with the desert color. They are absolutely beautiful and comfortable. I strongly recommend the Havanas.

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Julio T.
I love these boots

Originally purchased these shoes in a 7.5 but they were slightly large on my feet. The exchange process was very smooth thanks to Andrea. Boots were promptly reordered in a 7.0 and I received a couple of weeks later. As for the boots they look and feel amazing, no break in required. My experience with Adelante was so positive that I immediately ordered another three pairs of different styles. Definitely recommend Adelante!

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Roy
I wish I could give it six stars

Very comfortable right out of the box. The shoes are so beautiful you really won't want to put them on, but once you do, they are exceptionally comfortable and you won't want to take them off. I have found my new Forever Shoe Company. My shoes were made by Selvin A - thank you, sir: there are not enough compliments I can give you.

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Joe s.
The 5 stars pretty much

The 5 stars pretty much sums it up…really nice, comfortable boot.

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Michael H.
Comfort meets style

Really comfortable boots with exceptional quality. Will buy another pair.

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Thomas W.
Havana boots

Great looking boots, would love to win a pair!!!

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Griffin P.
Havana Boot

The Havana is a very comfortable, great looking boot. I've received several compliments and it has quickly become one of my favorites. I ended up needing a half size smaller and the Adelante exchange process was fast and easy. I'll be ordering another Havana in black soon!

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Nathan F.
Great boot

This is my second shoe from Adelante (the first is the Viento). It’s the exact same quality in a sturdy handsome boot. I got asked about them on the street today. Careful with rain but the sole is has surprising traction even when wet.

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David P.
Havana follow-up

I ordered the D width, and at first I was worried they might be a bit narrow, but they are fine. However, the break-in has been a little rough. I'm getting blisters on my heels and the top of my toes. Hopefully it will improve over time.

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Steven C.
Perfect footwear for Portugal trip

These boots are absolutely fabulous. I just took a trip to Portugal and I used these Havanas as my exclusive footwear for walking (including the crazy hilly cobblestone streets of Lisbon and Porto). These are made from high quality leather that breaks in beautifully. And the boots look sharp — even my LA friends are dropping me compliments.

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Max T.
The Havana's were my first

The Havana's were my first experience with made to order boots and goodyear welt construction and they are amazing. It has always been hard to find a good boot especially in extra wide sizes but not anymore. The Havana's were comfortable right out of the box and still look great after 8 months of regular wear. The service has been excellent and the comfort unbeatable. I will definitely be ordering another pair of Adelante shoes!

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David
Overall great, but a bit narrow

I am very impressed by the workmanship and leather quality. It's buttery soft, and the desert color is beautiful.

Normally D width shoes fit me perfectly, but the run a little narrow, I think. It's not enough to return them though. They are just a little snug and I think will break in nicely.

For reference, I had the same experience with my Red Wing Iron Rangers.

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Patrick K.
Havana Boots

Very comfortable right from the get go. Solid craftsmanship comparable to other well known micro brands. It was a perfect fit and excellent quality.

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Stephanie E.
Superb

Love these boots! The fit is perfect. The craftsmanship and care put into these boots are seen before even putting them
on. I received a video of my boots being made for me before I got them. The presentation of my boxed boots showed care and pride in the product. I will have these boots forever, but will be back to look at other products bc of the quality. Thanks for a great product!