I first saw this bootie (on sale) at a different shoe store but their sizes were limited and mine were not available. I liked them so much I started searching the internet and found them on Akira web sight. These are so different. I like the light blue coloring (actually seems like a soft seafoam green) with cream/ maroon highlights in the pattern. I paid a little more, but so glad I did. When they arrived I could not wait to put them on. They are very comfortable with ample room in the toe box area and the heel is not too high , just enough to accent style with comfort. The boot is well made and presents a level of quality that cannot be denied. I haven't worn them out publicly yet but will be doing so the first of February.