I damaged my ankle several years ago and find it difficult to find a nice looking, slip on boot that I can get my foot into because of the lack of mobility in my ankle. This shorter boot works perfectly and the fact that it has no interior zipper, like most boots especially taller ones, means that I can use it as a riding boot as well! It's comfortable and stylish and I get compliments every time I wear it. I'll be wearing it horse shows once they resume in the Spring as well. Finally, a stylish, attractive boot, without a zipper, that I can wear! Yahoo!