I love these boots. They are sassy, but comfortable. They are not leather, so definitely a cheaper product--I would never buy them full price due to that fact. But, they were in my price range (I paid $35-ish) for new heeled boots this year, so I went for them. I bought a size 8 (I am normally just a bit on the small side of size 8 with average calf size) and they fit perfectly-A bit loose in the calf maybe, but they look and feel great with skirts or with pant legs inside them. I have room in the calf should I ever start bulking up my legs again also, which makes me happy. They do not have a zipper. I was nervous about this at first, but I haven't needed one.