A year ago, I started wearing more dresses and skirts, but I got frustrated not being able to wear my favorite brand anymore. These are just perfect, the ribbon laces (normal laces also included) make them girly and original. Wore them to work today for the first time, 8 hours straight and no problem, they're warm and comfortable, got lots of compliments, which wasn't a given seeing how original they are. Truly great! I would recommend buying a half size bigger though. Love them!!