I had been searching all winter for a nice boot, but the ones I bought I had to keep returning; none of them fit with my muscular calves. I was about to give up when a friend recommended these to me. I was worried they wouldn't fit, but I was pleasantly surprised. The sizing was spot on and the lacing allows comfortable room, enough to fit leggings inside too! They look great, they really complete the outfit, and are comfy (nice, soft leather in the middle). I still wear them now, in the summer, when it rains or gets a bit chilly out. My favorite bad-girl boot so far!