These were the most comfortable dressy-ish boots I ever had. Purchased in 2010, worn several times, and then I stopped being able to wear anything but flats. Heel isn't particularly high--about 2 inches--and they cover the calf up to just below the knee. Zipper is on the outside. Burgundy leather. Marked size 9, they fit me at 9.5. Not super western-looking, more western-influenced. Well cared-for. Come from a house with dogs and cats.