These boots arrived before the estimated delivery date, and in good packaging. They're a little shiner than the picture, but still look very nice. I have slightly thicker calves, and found the boots to be a bit tight when I zipped them up, but after wearing them for an evening they stretched out a bit and are much more comfortable. The only vices I have is that the arches in the boots feel funny, and the soles of the boots are very hard. I've gotten used to the arch since wearing them, but I will be buying some gel insoles to keep my feet from getting achy after long periods of wear. Other than that they have been great!