These shoes are unique for UGG, so I had to have them. I refuse to buy the boots because, quite frankly, they are UGGly. These shoes, however, are a different story. They arrived quickly and well-packaged. However, the ribbon ties wrinkle very easily, so I actually ironed them before I wore them. I will have to do this every time as they continue to wrinkle. The ties are long, so the back bow ends up being a bit showy,and I still have trouble tying the bow "backwards" to get it to sit straight on my ankle. I can also predict the ribbons will discolor quickly if I am not careful. Overall, they are very comfortable -- just not so sure I should have spent this much money for a pair of shoes that can date easily. I hope UGG will continue to manufacture shoes as I think they have a good idea. Boots? No. Shoes? Yes!