"Bought these looking for boots that could hold up against daily wear + walking as a college student in New York winter -- barely 3 months have passed and they're already showing signs of wear and falling apart at where the sole joins the upper. I did want synthetic material for water resistance but the shoes really aren't very breathable and your feet get stuffy quickly. The footbed is also pretty hard and uncomfortable. So, a pretty design that got compliments but ultimately not a satisfying purchase"