You step out onto your covered wooden porch and slip on these trendy brown, mid-calf boots. After a few weeks of cabin fever, you couldn't be more ready for a day of relaxation by the water's edge. Outside, in the afternoon sun, you're almost blinded by the brightness of the white Minnesotan snow that crunches under the slightly pointed toe of your vegan-friendly shoes. The lake is a short walk away, so you arrive in no time, taking in the beauty of the navy blue water which has finally shown itself after months of being frozen. A small patch of wildflowers has started to grow near the water, so you pluck your favorite one and find a place for it in the gold buckle at your slouched boot's side. The wide straps which cross over the boot's front provide an adjustable fit, keeping you comfortable during your long scenic walk. Eventually, you find yourself back in the comfort of your warm living room, where you easily slip out of these boots thanks to the notch in the back and cozy up next to the fire.