"So I got both the black and the grey boots on that 30% sale day fiasco and they are ideal - beautiful color, very comfy, excellent even in watery / snowy conditions. I've gotten several compliments. They are now my go to boots for both work and play. My pair is true to size (8 in flats). It hits just below where my calf gets thick (I have a 14" circumference so wider but not wide), has some stretch for over my tight fit jeans without cutting off circulation."