I have not planned on buying this pair at all. I went to a store to shop for snow/ cold-weathered boots and was eyeing a pair that is half the price.  While trying on shoes, I noticed this pair of Uggs.  I tried it on just out of curiosity, to see what the fuss was about, and I was immediately sold.  Comfort level is topnotch! And this is compared to other top- brands in cold weather boots, they don't even come close.  The only drawback was the price, one star off.  But then, there is always a price to luxury.