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| - Winter is approaching (i.e., it's here) so I was looking for a middle ground between my kicks and my 18" high Sorels. Something sturdy but that doesn't make a sound like I dropped a bag full of hammers every time I take a step. Lured by their bright orange, er, everything, I marched into the Australian Boot Company. (When I see the word "Australian" I start thinking in an accent. Please read this review accordingly.)
If you didn't know, ABC are the brains behind Blundstone, R.M. Williams and Uggs. The store is simply a wall of shoes, a few chairs and a sofa to try things on. The walls are painted #63EBF2; a calming hue that makes you want to try on boots. So I did.
Service here is decidedly hands-off so if you are the type that likes the a sales pitch or hand-holding through every step of a purchase, you won't find that here. I'm a pretty independent shopper, so I was happy with the cavalier attitude. I tried on three pairs of boots, asked about four questions, and walked out with my purchase. A brilliant experience.
Obligatory Title Pun: It's AUSTRALIAN for BOOT.
Menu Readability: ORANGE ORANGE EVERYWHERE.
Need to mention: They use a child's "Blunnie" as a pencil holder at the cash. Cute.
What this place teaches me about myself: If I clench my teeth, I can fake a pretty convincing 'strine.
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