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Meet the Team: Justine, Co-founder

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We're almost there! So far, we've profiled Breanne, Caroline, Monica, Kendall, and Daelan. We have two very important people left on the Poppy Barley team to introduce you to. Meet Justine Barber, our co-founder, and the girl with the idea.

Justine Barber, Co-founder, Poppy Barley In January 2012, Justine was vacationing in Bali and came across a great pair of boots—a classic rider style with a dark brown top. Sadly, they were not available in her size. The storeowner declared it “no problem,” and offered to make the boots especially for her, quickly proceeding to measure Justine’s feet and legs. Justine’s bespoke boots were then handcrafted (for her high arches and slightly wide feet) and shipped to her home in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. A few days after getting measured, while observing Galungan (Bali’s most important recurring religious ceremony), Justine conceived the idea of bringing the art of custom boots to anyone with access to a measuring tape and internet. This is how Poppy Barley was born. Despite Justine's natural eye for design and her cool sense of style, her work experience and educational background is a far cry from fashion and bespoke shoemaking (although, she did hope to be a fashion designer when she was little). She's got a masters in War Studies from the University of Kent in Belgium, and multiple certifications in urban planning and development. When she's not leading product development for our custom boots and shoes (and doing a myriad of other tasks required to run a startup), she's powering through books on a weekly basis (mostly non-fiction), running or playing soccer, taking her dog, Quinn, for walks, spending time with her husband, and being a Big Sister. Get to know Justine in our rapid-fire Q&A... Meet Poppy Barley Co-founder, Justine Barber Name: Justine Job title: Co-Founder My typical day at the office... is all about multi-tasking! Some days are focused on product development, which means working on new boot and shoe designs, and some days are focused on project planning. Other days I focus on operations, finances and accounting. I also spend part of each day tracking order fulfillment and customer care with Breanne, and correspond with Laura, our Operations Manager, in Mexico. A big perk of the job is being one of the first to test out our newest boot and shoe samples. I love seeing a style evolve from its initial concept and sketches to completion. Fit Issue: I need boots for high arches and (it turns out) slightly wide feet Favourite Poppy Barley boot style right now: The Chain Boot in Cognac Favourite Poppy Barley flats style right now: The Slip-on Oxford in Black and Snakeskin Favourite online hangout spot: Facebook to see the interaction with the Poppy Barley community Fashion piece I never leave home without: Great shoes or boots Item I never leave home without: Wallet and hopefully my keys Indulgence: Red wine and chocolate Favourite quote: Winter is coming! Wanderlusting after: Turkey Favourite city to visit: Tied - NYC and Rio de Janeiro I have a weakness for: My puppy, Quinn Fun fact: I did a solo-backpacking trip in Brazil for two months. If I could live anywhere in the world, it would be: Edmonton eight months of the year, and I’d travel for the other four (mostly during the winter). When it's time to unwind: Run, read or garden Favourite App: Songza *Photography by Carmyn Joy and Harvey Miedreich

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The Harley Heeled Sandal Ankle Size Guide

How To Measure:
The Harley Heeled Sandal: Take a tape measure and wrap it around your foot, right below your ankle bone as that is where the strap will sit (see product imagery and fit video for a visual demonstration). This measurement is based on the last adjustment point on the strap.

Size Strap length will accommodate an ankle measurement up to the size below
5 26 cm
5.5 26.5 cm
6 27 cm
6.5 27 cm
7 27.5 cm
7.5 27.5 cm
8 28 cm
8.5 28 cm
9 28 cm
9.5 28.5 cm
10 28.5 cm
10.5 29 cm
11 29 cm
11.5 30 cm
12 30 cm

The Esther Heeled Sandal Ankle Size Guide

How to Measure:
The Esther Heeled Sandal: take a tape measure and wrap it around your ankle, above the ankle bone, as that is where the strap will sit (see product imagery and fit video for a visual demonstration). This measurement is based on the last adjustment point on the strap.

Size Strap length will accommodate an ankle measurement up to the size below
5 23 cm
5.5 23 cm
6 23 cm
6.5 23 cm
7 24 cm
7.5 24 cm
8 24.5 cm
8.5 24.5 cm
9 24.5 cm
9.5 25 cm
10 25 cm
10.5 25.5 cm
11 26 cm
11.5 26 cm
12 26 cm

Belt Sizes

Natural Waist Measurement Typical Jean Size Belt Size for High‑rise Pant Belt Size for Mid‑rise Pant Infinite Belt Size
23-25" 23/24 26" 28" 1
25-26" 25 28" 30" 1
26-27" 26 30" 32" 1
27-28" 27 30" 32" 1
28-29" 28 32" 34" 2
29-30" 29 32" 34" 2
30-31" 30 34" 36" 2
31-32" 31 34" 36" 2
32-33" 32 36" 38" 3
33-34" 33 36" 38" 3
34-35" 34 38” 40" 3
36-37" 36 38" 40" 3
38-39" 38 40" 42" 4
40-41" 40 40" 42" 4
42-43" 42 44" 46" 4
43-44" 43 44" 46" 5
44-45" 44 46" - 5

Sizing Note: For the most accurate fit, measure around your body where you plan to wear the belt. Choose the closest belt size to that measurement.

Belt Diagram Accent Belt and Complement BeltThe Accent Belt, The Polished Belt and The Complement Belt size measurements start from the beginning of the leather to the middle hole.

Belt Diagram Infinite BeltThe Infinite Belt size measurements cover the entire length of the leather.



Belt Measuring Guide

Belt Measuring Guide

A - High-rise style:

If you plan to wear your belt around your natural waistline, wrap a measuring tape around the narrowest part of your midsection. Then, add 3” to determine your high-rise belt size.

B - Mid-rise style:

If you plan to wear your belt lower than your natural waistline, you will require a dierent size. If you have a particular pair of bottoms you intend to wear your belt with, wrap a measuring tape through the belt loops while in a relaxed position.

When wearing your belt in your preferred style, it should fasten in the middle hole. The belt will relax with wear allowing you to cinch it tighter, as needed.

If you plan to wear the belt in both the high and mid-rise styles, you have two options:

  1. Select your high-rise style and fasten it more loosely when worn in the mid-rise style.
  2. Select your mid-rise style and fasten it more tightly when worn in the high-rise style.