I love the Dark Brown Melissa boots. They fit great,they're comfortable, and look fantastic. However, I ordered the dark brown boots from Amazon and received the dark brown distressed. I couldn't tell the difference at first, but it was apparent when I was at work in a different light that the color was a greyish brown and the leather was distressed. Which, I liked but it was not what I ordered/what I was looking for from these boots as I want a dressier pair I can wear to work. From the other review, it looks like she was sent the same suede boot. I sent back and reordered through shop bop (another Amazon store) and am very happy with them (they have both boots for comparison pictures.) So for the boots 5 stars, 3 stars because I was not sent the boots that are advertised, please be advised. ETA: It looks like Amazon has corrected the problem. The boots are now correctly marked!

Review of the dark brown leather boots pictured: They are a little difficult to get on at first. Usually I am a size 9 and these fit true to size, as I tried two pairs the suede and dark brown. The suede was tighter and I had to put on a plastic grocery bag on my foot to get them on the first time (then you just pull the bag off once your foot is in the boot) however with the dark brown boots, I did not need to use a plastic bag. It was snug, but I was able to step in and wiggle my foot through the ankle. Once I stepped into both boots, I felt the difference between the Frye's from other less expensive brands. It feels like there is a gel insert in the heel - very comfortable. I really like the way the boot fits on my calves, they are cut very flattering. I can wear these boots all day when I am on my feet as a 7th grade teacher. They look cute with jeans, tights, and dresses. This is my third pair of Frye's and are the only ones that fit true to size (TTS) and I like the way they look and fit the best - although I love my Paige and Harness 15R's as well :)

I highly recommend these boots, they are beautiful, high-quality and I expect for them to last for years!