Knee-high boots are having a moment — for good reason! They're chic as hell and can instantly transform a winter outfit [1] from good to great. The thing is, the majority of styles that I've had my eye on cost well over $100. And as someone who shops savvy and hates breaking the bank, I've been waiting for just the *perfect* opportunity to arise to add a pair to cart.

So when I came across the block-heeled Scoop Women's Stove Pipe Knee High Croco Boots [2] ($29, originally $59), I was cautiously optimistic. You see, I've shopped the Walmart brand's Cosy Mock Neck Sweater With Balloon Sleeves [3] and Faux Leather Jumpsuit [4] before and fell in love with both. But, somehow, boots felt riskier, especially these ones, in particular, look like straight-up luxury.

I purchased the burgundy pair, and when they arrived, I audibly gasped. They're stunning. They look expensive, like something you'd come across at DSW or Nordstrom. Please enjoy the up-close photo I couldn't resist snapping below.

I teamed them with a long-sleeve knit dress and wide belt and felt ultra-fancy. (Admittedly, I got all dressed up solely to work from home, but that's beside the point.)

At first, I thought they were too tight on my calves, but after wearing them all day long, they felt worn in and like they fit just right. I chose size 9.5, and I'd do it again if I were to re-purchase them. And in all honesty, I might buy them in teal, too.

While the sizing ultimately worked out for me, one reviewer wrote: "If you have bigger calves you might need to go up a size in order for the zipper to come all the way up." Otherwise, they said it's a "really good looking boot that runs "true to size."

If you're on the fence, trust me when I say they're worth a shot. Scoop has yet to let me down, which is truly surreal to say since it's so damn affordable. But seriously! These boots are so sophisticated and affordable, it feels straight-up wrong.