"I was looking for a reasonably priced priced boot to deal with cold weather and snow, yet look nice enough to wear with slacks and dress shirt. These are perfect - warm, water proof, soft leather, super comfortable, great grip sole, yet not so rugged as to draw attention when wearing more than khakis or jeans. I liked these so much I bought both brown and black and couldn't be happier. Truly a multi-purpose boot."