This is the second pair of Doc Martens I have ever owned. While I ordered two sizes at once to compare (Thanks to Amazon's free returns), they fit as Doc's always do, perfectly).  They look a bit more masculine than I had wanted (if you ignore the purple plaid liner), otherwise I'd think they were men's/unisex boots.  What really gets me is the lack of an actual shaft structure/support. It's more a bunch of flaps all the way up, so I am afraid that over time they will start to bunch and sag, even if using a boot shaper.  Some elastic at the top might help keep them up. Very industrial looking. and super comfortable fit at the foot.  Buckles don't tighten up to fit my calves, so with just thin leggings they aren't going to fit snugly enough for me, but I am going to keep them, as they will work with jeans.  Solidly made otherwise, as Doc's always are :)