I wanted to LOVE these boots considering I have been stalking them for a year now.  Upon receiving them I was thoroughly impressed with the quality of the boot. The leather was butter soft and the zipper in the back was to die for.  But, I will have to say this was not the boot I was hoping for.  I will say that if you are going to purchase this boot, please size down.  Also, the boot made me feel like I was a pirate.  The entire shaft was very slouchy and was very loose in the calf, which was surprising since that is usually my problem area.