"I have been searching for some TIGHT fitting boots that don't gap at the top and also don't look like a "riding boot". I finally found this boot. I ordered the black. It has a shiny snakeskin pattern on it so I probably won't be able to wear it with as much as I would have hoped but I'm just thankful I finally found a boot that doesn't gap at the top. I will mention that when zipping them up it's pretty tight on the calf and I feel I have average size calves. However, once they're zipped up they just feel snug and secure."