After five decades of wearing top siders with no socks, chunky hiking shoes and canvas boots, this is my first pair of orthopedic products, so I did a lot of research before you commit to these. Although a little pricey, they do what they promise, including relieving plantar fasciitis that has become a nuisance. The gel-impregnated support outsole's waffle finish takes a bit of getting used to, but it seems to get the job done, and a couple of the usual slick pods are included if you really feel the need to swap them out (note I tried them and went fast back to the pods! ). The all black version is suitable for both everyday wear and more professional attire (like a blazer and khakis or chinos). They're a little tight at the moment, but I'm labeling them "fit as expected" because I expect them to fit perfectly if they break a little.