This is my 4th pair of FitFlop boots. I own the shorties, Super-tall toning boots and now the Hooper style in Black and in the Suede "Seal Brown". I love them both, but particularly the suede and wish I could afford the blue suede ones as well, but those never seem to go on sale. I usually wear a 6 1/2, got the black leather in a 7 due to the reviews and the Seal Brown Suede in a 6 because that's all that was available. The 6 fit better although they  both work (this is how the fit works for me with the FitFLop thongs as well). Had to put an insert in the 7s. The Hooper style has a zipper on the side which makes them really easy to slide into, yet have a very fitted look when zipped up, a much better design than the Super-tall toning boot where it's hard to maneuver your foot around the calf/ankle bend. Know that the buckle is purely for aesthetics and not adjustable. I have converted friends to these as they are so very cute and stylish, yet so comfortable, you feel like you could literally run in them--no breaking-in period. The Hooper is the best style so far in my opinion.  These are a great investment all around as far as fashion and comfort go. I'm starting to sound like I own stock in these boots, but it's hard not to be enthusiastic as I suffer from Morton's Neuroma and this is no longer an issue for me since I discovered FitFLops.  These are perfect to wear with leggings, skinny jeans and skirts for a fashionable, casual look.