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Sam Edelman buying guide

Sam Edelman is a women's footwear brand started in 2004 by Sam and Libby Edelman. Caleres has owned it since 2010. People know it for Laguna Chelsea boots, Felicia ballet flats and horsebit loafers. We carry 178 authentic Sam Edelman styles from $35.99 CAD, with free shipping and 30-day free returns in Canada and the USA.

Sam Edelman Laguna Black Leather Chelsea Boots H2680L5002Women's designer footwear
Founded
2004
Founders
Sam & Libby Edelman
Owner
Caleres (since 2010)
Focus
Women's footwear
Known for
Chelsea boots, ballet flats, loafers
At WOOKI
178 styles

Most searched at WOOKI

The Sam Edelman models our customers look for most, based on searches on wooki.com and Google over the past year.

Laguna or Rollins? Picking a Sam Edelman Chelsea boot

Both are Chelsea boots, but they're built differently. Here's how they stack up, using Sam Edelman's own product specs.

Specs from Sam Edelman product descriptions for the Laguna and Rollins leather styles.
FeatureLagunaRollins
StyleLug-sole Chelsea bootBlock-heel Chelsea boot
ClosurePull-on with elastic gore insetsZip front
Heel height1 1/2 in (about 3.8 cm)2 1/4 in (about 5.7 cm)
Shaft height5 3/4 in (about 14.6 cm)8 in (about 20 cm)
SoleHeavily lugged, utilitarian lookSynthetic sole, described as reliable
InsoleNot specifiedPadded
Best forEveryday wear and casual outfitsDressier looks with a bit more height

Popular Sam Edelman models explained

These are the Sam Edelman families customers ask us about most, and they're all in stock right now.

Sam Edelman Laguna Chelsea Boots

By a wide margin, the Laguna is our best-selling Sam Edelman. It's a classic Chelsea boot with a heavily lugged sole and stretchy gore insets on each side. The heel is 1 1/2 in, the shaft 5 3/4 in, and the upper is leather. It pulls on, so there's no zip or lacing.

Pull-on · Lug sole · Leather upper · from $149.99 CAD

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Sam Edelman Rollins Chelsea Boots

A Chelsea boot with a 2 1/4 in block heel and an 8 in shaft. Sam Edelman describes the sole as reliable and the construction as durable. The zip front makes it easy to get on and off.

Zip front · 2 1/4 in heel · Padded insole · from $129.99 CAD

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Sam Edelman Felicia Ballet Flats

The Felicia is the brand's padded ballet flat, with an elastic top line, a padded insole, and a bow and SE charm. Sam Edelman makes it in leather, patent, suede, velvet and other finishes, so colours and materials change from style to style.

Slip-on · Padded insole · Round toe · from $84.99 CAD

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Sam Edelman Linnie Loafers

A slip-on loafer with horsebit detailing and an almond toe. The leather versions have a leather lining and a padded insole.

Slip-on · Horsebit detail · Almond toe · from $79.99 CAD

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Sam Edelman Lior Loafers

A slip-on loafer with horsebit hardware and an apron toe, in black calf leather. We'd pick it for a polished loafer at the office.

Slip-on · Horsebit hardware · Apron toe · from $104.99 CAD

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Sam Edelman Fritz Ballet Flats

One of the most searched Sam Edelman styles on our site. The Fritz is a ballet flat that we carry in suede and in snake-print leather, in colours like cloud blue, cantaloupe and light green. Check each product page for the material of the pair you pick.

Ballet flat · Suede and leather · from $69.99 CAD

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How to choose your Sam Edelman shoes

  1. Start with the occasion. Felicia flats and Linnie or Lior loafers work for the office and everyday wear. Laguna and Lydell boots are casual and sturdy. Heeled booties, pumps and sandals suit dressier plans.
  2. Think about how you like to put shoes on. Laguna boots pull on with elastic gores, Rollins boots zip up, and Lydell boots lace. Pick the one you won't mind dealing with every morning.
  3. Check the heel height. Every product page lists it. Block heels and low-heel sandals are easier to wear all day than stilettos, so compare before you buy.
  4. Use the size chart. Fit changes from style to style, so read the size guide on the product page and the reviews for that model. Between sizes? Our free 30-day returns let you swap without stress.

About Sam Edelman

  1. 2004Sam Edelman launches its women's footwear brand, founded by Sam Edelman and his wife and co-founder Libby Edelman.
  2. 2007Brown Shoe Company (now Caleres) takes a 42.5 percent investment in Edelman Shoe, Inc., and raises it to 50 percent in 2008.
  3. 2010Brown Shoe Company buys the remaining 50 percent of Edelman Shoe, Inc. from Sam and Libby Edelman. The company was renamed Caleres in 2015.
  4. 2024The brand marks its 20th anniversary with a campaign starring Kylie Jenner.
  5. TodaySam Edelman is part of the Caleres family of brands. It makes boots, ballet flats, loafers, heels and sandals.

Why buy Sam Edelman at WOOKI

Free shippingCanada & USA, no minimum
30-day free returnsFree return labels in Canada & USA
100% authenticSourced directly from the brand
Canadian retailerShips from Gatineau, Québec

Sam Edelman FAQ

Does WOOKI sell authentic Sam Edelman?

We buy directly from the brands and authorized distributors, so every pair of Sam Edelman is 100% authentic. We carry 178 Sam Edelman styles at the moment, shipped from Gatineau, Québec, with free shipping and 30-day free returns in Canada and the USA.

Does Sam Edelman run true to size?

It depends on the style and the material, so open the size chart on the product page. Ballet flats like the Felicia have elastic for some give, while boots depend on the shaft and toe shape. Not sure? Order your usual size and use our free 30-day returns.

Is Sam Edelman real leather?

Many styles are, but not all. Our Laguna Chelsea boot has a leather upper, and we also carry suede, patent, velvet and metallic pairs. The material is in the product title and description, so check it if real leather matters to you.

Does Sam Edelman ship to Canada?

We're a Canadian retailer in Gatineau, Québec, so yes: we ship Sam Edelman across Canada (except YT, NT and NU) and the USA for free, no minimum. Canadian customers don't pay duties on their order. Returns are free for 30 days, with free return labels.

Which Sam Edelman boots does WOOKI carry?

The Laguna Chelsea boot is our best seller, and we also have the Rollins Chelsea boot, Lydell combat boots, Lerue high boots and ankle booties such as Pryce and Wendall. Prices run from $35.99 CAD to $289.99 CAD, and stock moves quickly.

What are the Sam Edelman Felicia and Fritz flats?

The Felicia is the brand's padded ballet flat, with an elastic top line, a padded insole, and a bow and SE charm. The Fritz is another ballet flat we carry in suede and snake-print leather, in many colours. Both come in several finishes, so check each page.

Which Sam Edelman loafers does WOOKI carry?

Several families, including Linnie, Lior, Loraine, Laurs, Christy and Colin, in leather and metallic finishes. Linnie is a slip-on with horsebit detailing and an almond toe. Stock moves fast, so browse the grid above for current colours and sizes from $35.99 CAD.

Does Sam Edelman make sandals and block heels?

Yes. We carry Sam Edelman sandals such as Yaro block heel sandals, Wilson wedges and Jade, plus Hazel high heels and Tarra slingbacks. Heel heights differ a lot from one style to the next, so read the product page before you choose.

Shop Sam Edelman · 178 styles from $35.99 CAD

Written by the WOOKI footwear team · Last updated October 2, 2026. Prices and style counts are pulled live from our catalogue. Specs come from Sam Edelman's own product information.

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