These are absolutely gorgeous boots, color, fit, style, all just beautiful.  The leather quality exceeded my expectations. I hated to have to return these!  Nothing unusual about pulling them on, but had a time pulling them OFF.  Since the fit was perfect and comfortable, arch support perfect, and had no unusual issue getting them on, I think the problem was just me and dealing with the higher boot than I'm used to.  I ordered my usual size.  Have no problem paying  a little extra $$ for these , excellent quality.
Will be looking for a zip up style.