I just received my new boots and I love them! Yes they are pretty high, but this boots giving a very good foothold so most wearers should be able to handle it. For me they are knee high as I expected. The suede material is pretty soft and lined with some kind o very short synthetic fur. This boot really hugs your leg, while the toes area is all wide and comfortable. The platform wedge base is very solid while the weight isn't heavy. Making and delivery took a bit longer, about 3 1/2 weeks, but this is still OK. The typical glue smell is there, but after impregnation and some hours at fresh air after it, everything is fine!