I guess J-toes and I don't get along. :-(<br />I don't prefer the way these make my feet look (i.e. huge - I'm a size 8.5) There's something about the way the J-toe tapers on the foot that looks weird to me. Makes your foot look extra long and narrow in a strange way.<br />As far as the fit, these felt a little too roomy, even with thick socks. I'm an 8.5 across the board in all Ariats, Noconas, Justins, etc. I like a brand new pair of boots to feel a little snug in all the right places before they break in, and unfortunately, I fear once these break in they will be much too large. My feet are normal to narrow, I had *plenty* of room in the toe area and in the instep.<br />The color is pretty much as it appears in the pic, a light fawn color. The leather soles were a plus and the heel was comfy and stable. Cushioning inside was nice, I have a high-ish arch and I thought the arch support was right on point with most other Ariats.<br />If they were a snip toe or an L-toe I probably would have kept them.