In the last few months I have received several different types of shoes from Marc Joseph: fancy shoes, different types of boots and sneakers. All were excellent. Decided to try on some of their loafers. details below. PACKAGING Paper for stability is stuffed inside each shoe, and the shoes themselves are wrapped in an individual plastic bag. I would like to see plastic eliminated entirely, but that's a minimum of packaging materials. FIT AND COMFORT Like all other shoes from this brand that I've tried, this shoe ran smoothly and easily from the first time I wore it. The skin is elastic and does not need to be "shrunk inβ. From the start I felt comfortable wearing them. I think the size is right. QUALITY The leather is a nice thickness and the stitching seems to be holding up well. The rubber soles are thick with some traction for walking. They just look like well-made shoes. STYLES Sometimes Marc Joseph shoes have a "louder" style, but these loafers have a classic, muted look. Intense black color. The only added highlight is the "rope" detail just below the leather, but it's almost the same color as the sole so it blends naturally. excellent and well done.