I have been looking for a pair of boots since last winter that had the followings: (1) with a LITTLE heel for a dressy look (2) tall so it was all the way up to my knee cap (3) wide enough for my fat calf (4) that didn't sag down after a few hours.  When I found these boots, I thought I FINALLY found what I was looking for.  They had everything I looked for in boots!!! HOWEVER, I am hugely disappointed to say that after wearing only 3 times - 3 times!!!, rubber sole started to separate from the leather.  It was where my big toe would flex at the ball of my foot.  The tear became bigger and water started to seep through.  In a way, I'm glad that it happened so soon because I was able to return them at the store right away.  Now though, I'm back to square one in finding that 'perfect' pair of boots.... :(