I received these boots yesterday and love them.  I bought them in black and they are MUCH cuter in person than in the picture on Amazon (check out Sorel's website for a more accurate photo).  I tried on the Joan of Arctic boots in the store and loved those too, but they were much wider and "clunkier." These boots are just as cute but much narrower in the foot and more like an actual sneaker/shoe than a boot. They are thus easy to walk in and very comfortable. I wear a size 7.5 and size up to an 8 in running sneakers when I need more room in the toe box. I bought these in a size 8 and they are perfect with a thick pair of wool socks. The boots are warm and will be just fine for the cold, snowy winters in Wisconsin. This is my first time writing a product review, if that gives any indication of how much I like these boots.  Don't hesitate to buy, especially at this price (I got them for 1/2 retail price with free two-day shipping and no tax...LOVE Amazon!).