I wanted a stylish boot that wasn't too girly or to rugged. And I found them! The inside is so soft and warm. I can get in and out of them with out any issue of tying them up. The material is solid black, and it is shiny but it's what I wanted. Good traction at the bottom. We didn't get any snow last year, but just in case we do I am ready. Sizing I got a 7 1/2 I have flat wide feet,These fit me just right dead on, I have a room in the back heel, they fit just a tad tight in the front. So I considered an 8 but I figured I should be able to break them in once I wear them. I wore them around the house and they were not uncomfortable.