This is my second pair of Sorels.  I also have Joan of Arctic. Here is the good, the bad and the super cute of these boots. So first,the fit.  I bought my true size 8 in both Joan of Arctic and Carly.  If you are "size down" person in Sorel, don't do it with these, they are a much closer to the foot fit than Joan or any style that is supposed to be warm.  It is the extra space that makes them warm. Carly, are not warm. They are acceptable for city slush,not back woods trekking. However, the closer fit makes them more manageable for walking around, and they make your feet look small and pretty adorable. I think these boots are super cute on.  I live where it is slushy and muddy in the winter and I have worn these a bunch.  They look just rugged enough with jeans and a hunting jacket and equally as cute with tights and dress in a down stroller to get to work. I bought the Redwood and love the colour. Again, very versatile. Here is what I don't like about them.  They have a synthetic jersey knit lining. Ok, I hate it really. It always feels cold and sweaty even when you just put them on.  I like to go barefoot in my boots and do this with my Joan's a lot. Carly doesn't feel great when you do this. So, I know you are saying...just put on socks. So I did.  This helps mitigate the sweaty feeling but not completely but creates a new issue.  It makes boots really hard to pull on because the socks seem to stick on the lining. It is annoying.  I have a high instep and have the laces as loose as possible but it is still difficult. Sure, I could completely unlace them... but c'mon, who has time for that each time you want to wear them? In the end, the cuteness factor wins out over this annoyance.  I have just enough room for sheepskin insoles and I think this will help the cold feeling.