Giorgio Brutini's treatment of the classic Beatle boot (some say Chelsea boot) is the best recreation of the look I've seen on the net, with updated touches like the outside chevron details. This boot fits true to size and a bit on the snug side, but the inside ankle zip up makes pull on easy... and your foot is going to look like a million dollars with these on; it's more like a glove for your foot. I looked all over the net, and the only other acceptable alternatives were nearly $300. I own five pairs of these in both leather and suede and they are my go-to footwear when I want the total look. As soon as my size is available in some of the other colors, I'll buy more. Forget the turned up toe monstrosities that make you look like a house in Oz just fell on you, or the mega strapped ones that look like you bought them off a retired Con Edison lineman. Those were trendy, these are fashionable. You may not be sure of the difference, but women can spot a man who understands classic good looks in clothing and footwear. Buy them and enjoy the attention.