"I was uber excited about these boots, and had to order a half size up because they weren't available in my size. The shaft circumference for a 9.5 is 16.5 inches, which is HUGE, especially for someone with slim calves like me. I hate it, but I have to send them back because they look like rain boots on me. Super comfy and true to size, but even with jeans tucked into them and thick socks, I couldn't pull off the 16.5 inch circumference."