I wanted a pair of boots to wear in cooler weather when I'm skulking around town.  While I'm not a fan of the 'Uggs' look, these boots were the right price and looked warm -- the toning feature was an added bonus. I won't be able to wear these when the ground is covered in ice, but the boots are actually very comfy and cuter than I'd expected. Definitely will keep my feet warm on cold days!