I really liked these but the color wasn't right so I had to return them.  The taupe which looks pretty brown in the description is more of a camel color.  Had the color been right I think I would have really liked them and kept them.  I have a thicker calf than most and always order a size up so while I wear a size 5 I ordered a 6.  Once you get your socks on the fit is pretty right on, there was even still a bit of room in the shaft.  I don't think you could go wrong with these if you are aware of the color issue.

 A lot of folks seem to fuss over theses looking like they have been worn before.  I believe this is part of the design of the boot, to look slightly distressed.  I didn't find it off-putting at all.