I Have been wearing the iconic Original Desert Boot (worn by British officers in World WarII) for last 40 years. I wear Original Clarks in deserts, hot places as well as cold places. Clarks soles may not look as complicated as my Vibram soles that I get on all my boots but then my boots do not offer the comfort that Clarks do. These Clarks last long time and I buy a new pair every few years. I could care less in replacing the soles even if I could since the leather top of the Clarks form to my feet and looks pretty bit up after few years and a new pair is the only way to go. The only thing is that I get a bigger size since I always place insoles for hygiene. My Clarks are as comfortable as my expensive running shoes and a joy to put these on. Depending to the type of leather top Clarks that I get, I always treat the leather with a proper sealant so it looks presentable for a longer period of time otherwise water spots, stains, etc. will make these Clarks look worthless. Vexation is suede and silicone spray has worked well for water and stain resistance on all other Clarks Desert Boots that I own so I will do the same with Vexation as well. When I saw this Vexation beauties, the shorter version of the boot, I immediately purchased a pair. My only hope is that this Clarks Vexation will last as long as the Clarks Originals Desert Boot since Vexations do not have any strings. Regardles, I have been waiting for the Vexation design for few years. My thanks to Clarks. Bravo.