This boot is great it is warm, light, and cute. I have had many compliments on these boots (especially from my high school students). The other reviews mention it is hard to put on but I don't agree as long as you loosen the laces it just slips right on. As for the toning its hard to say but I like to think it's working. My one issue with the boots is I got the grey ones and they are not very grey they are more of a dark taupe color.