I really, really wanted to like these boots based on their appearance in the photos and other reviews, and had such high hopes for them, but they just weren't for me.  They looked too big and "mannish" on me but were tight and stiff at the ankle.  By adjusting the laces a great deal I was able to get skinny jeans in them and I do not have thick calves.  Then I noticed that one of the elastic straps that holds the laces hadn't been sewn on properly and looked damaged - when I had only just tried them on at home so it wasn't me!  Also they were described as made in Brazil but these were made in China.  Some of the side decorative stitching wasn't very well done either.  The color (brown) looked beautiful.  Although the soles were comfortable and seem to have a good insole, they just felt too "clumpy".  Overall, I wanted closer to perfection for $200+, so I returned them and very much hope for my money back!  Better luck to you if you try them! (and maybe wait for a sale ...to me they are not worth full price :( ).