"These rain boots looked good at first sight but after less than a year of moderate wear, my right boot began to tear around the right side along the curve about midway between my heal and toes. For $50 bucks, That is unacceptable. Also, the foot lining almost completely wore out after like 3 wears. I was okay with that because I have some extra better padding around the house. I returned them with no receipt to the store that I bought them from. Even brought them reviews of other women saying the same things. The manager was understanding and gave me a store credit saying that it was a manufacturing error. I will not purchase this brand again. If it would've lasted 3 years, I would have just taken the loss but not less than a year. I really needed waterproof durable winter boots because of the huge storm we had endured on the east coast just this past weekend. I ended up buying a pair of BOGS on sale (not at DSW) and I am very happy with it."