"I really loved these boots, with the super soft suede up the shaft and the heel was the perfect height-- rubber sole and heel. Where the leather meets the suede at the top of the foot almost has a Mary Jane look to it. These stated the shaft was 17" around, and they stretched to zip up over my 17 1/2" calves, even over pants. The only downfall to these was the suede gathered around the ankle and seemed like the shaft would start falling down. I was looking for a boot to fit more snugly and stay in place. Lovely, but not what I was looking for. I am a 9m and ordered up to a 9 1/2m which fit fine. The leather and suede was also treated to be water proof-- which I really loved. Might try this brand again in the future!"