This is by far the most uncomfortable pair of shoes I have ever worn. Your stitched tongue is the gateway to hell. If you manage to put your foot down, you will face all sorts of inconveniences. The seams just above the arch of the foot keep the toes from flexing, making the toes feel like a prison. But the worst part is where those stitching meets the outsole. This one spot protrudes inward so that the outer part of your foot rests on it. And it doesn't. And every time you take a step forward, you get hurt somewhere. If you wear these shoes long enough, you're at risk of a stress fracture. However, they are true to size. I wear a 9 in New Balance, Xero and Nike and the 9 in these shoes suits my length. They also look very stylish, so too bad they aren't functional.