I'm so glad I took the time to research good winter boots. I absolutely love these even though I have yet to try them in snow. I normally wear a 9 and ordered a 9.5. They fit really good and would have with a 10 too, but with super thick socks. I can wear the 9.5 with your average winter sock and still be very comfortable. I really like the functional laces since I have skinny calves. They work great with skinny jeans but can also be worn over or under boot cut jeans. I searched and tried on winter boots last year and found them all to be really heavy and uncomfortable around the ankles (of course, none were Columbia). I have never ordered shoes or boots online, but am glad I took the chance and did (and also glad I took the time to read all the reviews). I don't think you'll be disappointed with these boots. I hope we have a white Christmas!