Great boots with the perfect mix of style and comfort. I have little kids and a full time job  I needed something that would be sporty enough to chase my kids in the snow but decent enough to wear to/from work. These are perfect: lightweight, comfortable, super warm, and very cute. The black has a sheen but is not shiny. After reading the reviews I ordered one full size up  a must. I am a size 10 but the 11 fits me perfectly and doesn't look huge on my feet. If you're planning to wear super thick socks you may want to go up a size and a half, but these boots are mighty warm and it's unlikely you'll need to do so. Also, there were a few mentions of how well these fit narrow feet. I have wide feet and bunions, but these fit me comfortably. A great purchase!