"I'm a bigger gal and have been mustering up the courage to buy the trendy boots to wear with skinny jeans and these are perfect! I was forced to buy a half size up so I could get the black but I think they would still fit fine if I ordered my true size. I measured the widest part of my calf at 17" and these fit beautifully with room to spare and no need to unzip the back zipper for a little extra space. These fall a little above mid-calf for me and I'm 5'1". As other reviews stated they do need a little extra cushion in the front but that is nothing that can't be fixed with an insert. I've already worn these enough to get my monies worth in my opinion. I have them in black and my husband only called me a pirate once!"