Are these boots awful? Help me decide!

[ShyOyster]

DP bought me a pair of boots. Completely random purchase, lovely gesture BUT these are so painfully not my style. He bought a pair of boots for himself and decided I needed a pair too, bless him. I don't even know if they're acceptable or just completely awful.
What are your thoughts: clicky link
If they are acceptable, what the hell do I wear them with?

I have them. They are so comfy. I got compliments on them when I wore them last winter. They still look brand new because I use protective spray on them.

They are gorgeous. I have some Timberland boots and they are lush. Make me happy every time I wear them - it is one of the things to look forward to when autumn arrives.

They look alright. Depends what you'll be wearing them for.

Picture the scene...middle of Winter, freezing cold, ground a bit slippy with ice and a few flakes of snow in the air. Chunky jumper, jacket, skinnies, scarf, hat. Popping out to buy more mince pies or something.

Perfect boots for that kind of thing.

That 'alright' is a very positive one btw.

I like them a lot. I might buy them myself.

Get them in the post to me. I love them!

They look very practical but they would be too clumpy for me, I would feel mannish in them. I've got to say my DH would probably pick the same thing for me.

Love them. Jumper dress, thick tights and boots will look fab.

I thought they were going to be awful but I love those boots! I think they might be waterproof too. I was trying to find them in tan last year but sadly my wide size 8s wouldn't even fit in the first part of the shoe! I ended up with another pair of timberlands and they are my go to winter boots, love them .Lucky you!

I have very similar ugg boots (not sure of the name). They are brilliant on freezing days, and honestly look fine with dresses and thick tights. I'm jealous I wish my dh would buy me some slippers let alone boots

I was expecting something hideous but they're lovely. I like a chunky biker boot and I like to be warm. Off to buy self a pair...

Further to previous post, I have some Timberland Earthkeepers ankle boots, which still look great after 2 winters. Superb quality.

love them, what a lovely gesture by your boyfriend. lucky girl

I have these in tan. V comfy, really warm and I think look ok with skinnies and jumper. They are amazing in the snow/ice as well-no slipping at all, brilliant for Yorkshire winters so perfect for Scottish winters!

Classic biker style boots. What's not to like? Love them with skirts or skinnys. I would definitely buy these.

I like them. They'd look great with thick tights and a jumper dress. Send them to me if you don't want them!

I like them but can see they're not for everyone. You could keep them for really cold weather and winter walks etc though, they'll last for years.

I too think they are a great pair of boots! Lucky you!

Thanks everyone. I'm keeping them, decided!!! I might have bought a couple bits of chunky knitwear to wear with them

I love them! Especially as other pp have said, skinny jeans or tights

You shouldn't have to break in boots like that though - they should be comfortable.

Saying that, plasters on the bits that are rubbing. I always carry a few in my bag.

I like them! I'd wear them with jeggings or leggings.

Love them. Have a pair very similar, but with fur on the outside (just the top)

I really like them. My DH would never do that. You lucky thing.