LOVE. I wanted boots that could go from yard work to -- the library. I'm a stay home mom and I have a big yard that I am doing gardening and hands on work all the time, all season. We also hike a lot. I wanted a pair of boots that would protect me in wet and cold, but be cute enough to go to the library in or grab a cup of coffee. These were it. I found I did like them with thinner socks, not thick winter socks, but that was fine. They kept me pretty warm. The leather bottom is thick, not flimsy at all. They held up great all season. I still pop them on now and then even though the temps are higher. I think I will easily get another season out of them, but not sure if they will make it 3 years. I literally wore them every day though, so 3 years might be asking a lot.