I bought some Other brand named, expensive boots. Ordered the Alba, and don't want to take them off! Better support in the instep! Warm and soft! Emu Australia will get my money from now on! These are great with and without socks. They are soft, do not need to be " broken in". They felt great from the time I placed them on my feet. Again, compared to other popular brand, these are the best use of your money! I would like to buy them in all the main colors. Just bought my fourth color. I like to wear them year round!
Just got my black Alba boots in and wore them today in snow, sleet, and drain. My feet were still warm even in low temperature. The black pair was snug, but stretched for a perfect fit.