text: I was looking for shoe/boots with ankle support.  I saw these and like the style, so I purchased them with high hopes.  I received them very quickly, but when I tried them on, they seemed smaller than they should, even though they were my size.  The laces were horrible, but that's not a deal breaker, however there was no arch support and the since the laces suck, that became the deal breaker.<br /><br />On an up note, except for the laces and lack of arch support, the boot is fairly well made and it's cute.  I'll keep them and wear them for short periods of time, but I will not be purchasing another pair.  If you decide to take a chance and purchase a pair, you may want to purchase a 1/2 size larger, they seem to run a little small and be sure to put in an aftermarket arch support if you have issues with your arches.