my husband was suitably impressed with these when given them as a gift.  They are sort of retro and cool.  Rugged and comfortable.  These are not snow boots in the traditional sense-  no slogging through deep snow or wearing for trekking through super cold temps.  But in Minnesota, (sadly), there is a real need for boots like this which look nice enough to wear to dinner or walk to church in but will be warmer and have better grip than typical dress boots.  These are great for that.  They run a tad large.