So I went into the Merrells at my mall and saw these on the shelf.  At first, I thought they were strange-looking.  I wasn't sure about the multi-strap detail on the back and I thought they might be too short on the leg to look good with leggings and jeans. Also, I wasn't too sure that I liked the finish of the leather.  I first tried on a tall suede boot, which I loved, but the calf was too baggy on my slim legs.  The salesperson suggested I give the Tetra Launch a try and I did.  LOVED them from the moment I slipped my feet into them. They are super-comfortable (though I  use an orthotic with them; sometimes even comfort shoes end up hurting my metatarsal if worn too long) and the look is really cool.  I wore them to campus and got a lot of compliments. I am a size 8.5 and often, I have to go down a half-size in boots, but I bought the 8.5 and they feel fine, even with socks.  The ankle is stable and my foot doesn't slip around at all. One reviewer described the wide toe box as making them look almost like clown-shoes, and they are kind of bulbous. I can see where some might not care for that.  But I love the look. Very urban.  I think I might splurge on the brown ones.