Im still a new buyer here to RivetHead, but being the horrid snot I am, I really needed another pair of boots for fall season. I chose these because they had just what I was looking for at a great price compared to others. One might underestimate the shine and just how tall the platform was upon arrival like I did, which still suits me perfectly. Really, Im like a pigme, though... They walk great, and are so far lasting the abuse I put all my boots though!