I purchased the Clark's Mascarpone boots because I wanted a comfortable and classic boot to wear with jeans instead of sneakers or shoes.  Not only are these boots probably the most stylish and great looking short boots I own, they are also very comfortable which means the world to me.  I will not purchase shoes and boots anymore only because they look great; they must also feel great.  Otherwise, they are a piece of junk if you can't walk in them and they ruin your feet.  I sized up 1/2 size because I'll definitely be wearing these with medium weight socks.  They look great with my new bootcut jeans.  Thanks for such a great product.