I very carefully read all the reviews here on Amazon before I purchased these boots. I really appreciate all of you out there who gave such detailed advice. My boots arrived today and I LOVE them! I am between sizes and wear a 7.5M to an 8M depending on fit. Since I wanted riding boots with a sleek (not slouchy) look, I decided on the 7.5M. I also measured my calf at the widest point and it is 14.25". Since the regular boots are 14.75" around, I got a perfect fit, not too tight and not at all baggy.

I got the brown two tone boots and I love the look. The suede really draws attention to the riding details of this boot and the buckle on the side is very chic and classy looking.

I am wearing the boots now with a merino wool sweater dress and they are super stylish and comfortable. I live in Portland, OR where our winters are mild, not cold and snowy. I knew I would be wearing these boots with tights or regular socks, not heavy wool socks, which is why I opted for the smaller size and boy am I glad I did. These boots fit like a glove and will look great with skirts and dresses, which is exactly what I wanted.