Why is it that every time I go out looking for a specific shoe I end with the total opposite? I really wanted a flat simple over the knee boot, but the minute I saw this laced up boot I figured why not try it on? So I did and I could not take them off. I had to have them, plus they were on sale! That was a sign to me. Whats even better? They are so comfortable and will keep me warm for the rest of this cold winter.