Girl, get the boots! These are adorable. They are a mid calf height. The side zipper is top notch, and the width of the calf fits over my Alpinestar Banshee leggings, and my athletic build legs. There is a velcro at the top of the zipper to secure. They are grippy on the soles and squeak when walking on lino floors. They seem to be wearing in well, a few scuffs from YNt shifter, etc but I think it adds to the character. The small heel makes it a bit easier at stop lights if you're a shorty. I ride a Yamaha mt09 and it does make a difference when I'm backing up the bike! Super happy with these so far.