Before buying these I tried a pair of Ugg Classics, they really weren't that comfortable. These, however, very soft and warm. I also like that the calf area isn't too snug, plenty of room for pants to be tucked in. I wear a 7.5 and ordered an 8, fits perfectly. A 7 would've been way too small for me. I started to get a tiny bit of dye transferring to my toes, not a lot. Had a pair of black Aussie Dogs that left my feet black after wearing them, so this really isn't so bad. I have a pair of Hi's and Lo's, both are great and worth having.