Living in cold snow country you can't have too many good boots. I got these to wear every day when it's cold and snowy but not slushy. They fit well with a heavy(SmartWool phd medium crew) sock. Wore them in Salt Lake City and got a number of compliments on the lovely purple color. I have wide feet so I went up from my usual 8 to an 8 1/2 and glad I did. They don't look the least bit clunky, despite my big feet...on an otherwise compact chassis...5'2". These are made from high quality materials, with good laces that stay tied all day. We walk 6 miles a day, so these get a lot of use.