My daughter has long, narrow feet and it is very difficult to find shoes that fit her. We usually stick to real leather, but the last few pairs didn't suit her. These stockings fit her great and the velcro is snug around the ankle and tightens well to keep the shoe in place and snug. Plus, the included extra insole will help you achieve the perfect fit! And I love that I can take it off once her foot grows a little which makes the shoe last even longer. The shoes are *a little* chunkier than what Mary Jane is used to but that doesn't bother me at all as they are stylish but most importantly they fit well and provide support.