This is not my first time ordering Annie boots. And each time I receive them they are exactly as they are pictured. I think they are an excellent deal for a mid-price boot! You get a semi-expensive look without the expensive price. These boots were in fact better looking than they pictured on the computer as the cloth part of the boot is very very black, almost looks like velvet. The only down-side, if you could even call it that, is that I've found that Annie boots run a little small so you may need a half  size larger. I wear an 8.5 but I always order a 9M. I do a lot of walking outside and find this brand of boots very comfortable and very warm. And the warm part is really surprising but they have a nice warm lining in the leg portion of the boots which is a very nice bonus. If you're looking for a riding boot that doesn't break the budget order Annie boots! And read the reviews first they're usually pretty accurate.