I needed some shoes that would be comfortable to wear walking around all over campus and also be warm (without being hot). I also have a tendency to get heel pain (similar to bone spur pain) when wearing boots. These were perfect and they are so cute on. Also, they can be worn over any kind of pants because you fit your foot in while the boot is rolled down, then roll the boot up over your pants. (Seems obvious but most boots aren't this versatile). They also go with everything.