so, i think the ONLY thing i liked about these boots was the box.  the leather was super soft and smelled cheap, not really like leather.  the toe was more almond shaped than i thought it would be, and the top part of the boot has a cowboy boot feel.  that paired with the riding boot buckle makes for a strange looking boot.  since the leather is supersoft, it folds at the ankles and doesnt stay up, just gathers at the ankle.  this is very annoying.  also, i ordered my true size and the heel was really loose, even with boot socks my heels slipped when walking in these.  overall, they are just terrible.