Ok, so let me start by saying that I was scared that these boots would look `too wild'... I was sooo wrong! These have become my new favorites!! I AM IN LOVE!!!!! They are fantastic, go with everything and are so comfortable!!! I bought the tan, which is really cognac, and they look amazing with my skinny jeans.  I usually wear 7's, but bought these in 7  and they fit perfectly (7's would have been too small) You will definitely make a statement with these boots. They are unique, but not in a `what is she wearing!?' kind of unique... They are very well made and look expensive. What a great value! I can't wait to show them off. As for the calf part, it fits perfectly. I'm thin (5'2 and 110lbs) and although there is some room left around the calves, they look fantastic on. I was scared there would be too much room after reading some of the reviews on here.. So unless you are EXTREMELY thin, you will be just fine! Naughty Monkey has a new fan!