They are supremely comfy, made from very soft leather. Very well made, never any complaints about GR quality, and I own lots. The shaft area is ribbed, so it's stretchy and bends with your ankles when you walk. I found it slimming too, since it gives a more fitted look. It's a great height for petites myself since I can wear them with longer bootcut, flared or straight leg jeans and pants. The only thing I have to say is that bc it doesn't have zips on the side, it takes a bit more time to get in and out. That's the reason why I returned it. I already have my beloved
prada lace ups w/o zips that is similar, so I gave up this beauty for a pull up chelsea style pair you see peeking in the background. If I didnt already have my Prada ones, I'd 100% recommend this style. I'm a true IT 37 in almost all designers, incl gianvito rossi, so these ran tts for me.