I had the same old boots for the last 10 years. They were heavy and inflexible and not very attractive. I saw these at a local store and wanted them, but they were a bit more money than i was hoping to spend at the time. went back later for them but they were sold out. found them on Amazon so i got them. they are SO comfortable! they are light-weight for heavy-duty boots, very comfortable and cute to boot (pun may have been intended)!  The only issue i have, and it's a small one, is that there almost seems to be 'arch supports' on both sides (on the inner side, where the arch is, and on the outer side of your foot).  it makes me think sometimes that i put them on the wrong foot when they're not, aside from that, all-around great buy!