Something as simple as a middle seam can ruin pretty much any pair of shoes. Don't know why designers use it. I know Doma had some creepers with a middle seam that I always wished didn't have the seam.
Those BBS look really bad. I don't know if it's intentional distressing from the designer but they look rather worn.
The rick's could work if you wear them like snowman does with his boots (relaxed tapered pant + tuck). Otherwise, I doubt they'll look good.
i feel like this will probably make it to sale but I figure someone might want it for their DB. Maybe you can succeed where the forest could not. I certainly cant