I only received these boots a couple hours ago and I've already received several compliments walking around the office.  I ordered my usual size (8.5) and they fit perfectly. If I had ordered them any bigger they would have been uncomfortable and clunky.  They're a beautiful gray leather that looks great with my black tights, but I can already envision them dressing up brown as well.  They are fitted around the ankle, so if you don't like shoes that are tight in that area or that bend when walking these may not be the boots for you.

I'm thinking the color and open style around the ankle will carry these boots through the spring season and will look great with dresses and lighter clothing.  Very excited with every aspect of this purchase.