I like the style of the boot. The heel is wider and does rub, will need to wear thicker socks or find some inserts for this. The leg opening is wider than expected, I like a narrow top/opening. Need to wear sock that come over the top or leggings that tuck in the boot to keep them from rubbing on the calf. Other boots I have do not need this 'barrier', but believe it's because the top/opening is wider.