This is a great boot. The lower chunky heel makes them very comfortable and very stable. The lug sole offers great traction for winter. The style is very versatile. They look great under boot cut jeans and with skinnies tucked in. I do wish the zipper was fulllength, though. I always find it awkward to tuck jeans in smoothly with these silly halfzippers. Jessica Simpson shoes run a half size small so be sure to size up. I love the boots and really regret not also getting them in another color. I got the the brown suede at a killer price ($44!). If Id known Id love them this much, I would have gotten 2 or 3 pair. http://garyadair.com/186430