I was so excited about these boots, the pics were gorgeous and great reviews.  They are really beautiful boots, however, the shaft circumference is huge.  I ordered the regular, if you have larger calves these might be good.  For ladies with smaller calves - stay away.  BTW my calves measure 12 inches at the widest point.

The foot bed was true to size I ordered a size up so I could wear heavier socks, the size was spot on.