These shoes are amazing! What you need to know: You can't put them on and take them off. The shoe's sock-like grip prevents you from slipping off your foot. You have to tie and untie every time. You have support on all sides of your feet. It may seem a little strange at first, but you quickly get used to it. The black color has a sole that does not show dirt. I recently wore them in New York, walked 4-7 miles a day, sight-seeing and never had foot pain. I definitely recommend them! Get her!