I have purchased many Ariat boots/shoes over the years and have found them to be both extremely comfortable and attractive.  I decided to take a gamble and order this shoe online and was quite disappointed when they arrived.  They looked attractive in the online photo but in real life are actually pretty dumpy looking.  I guess I was expecting a little more style like the previous shoes I have purchased from this line.  I am keeping them, as I know they will be a durable shoe, but everytime I wear them, I am a little disappointed in the average look of them.