These shoes are comfortable and stylish although they do take 2-3 days to break in. I was a bit cramped the first few days, but I also have wide feet and this shoe was not available in a size that was very suitable for me. For people with normal feet, this is probably normal. However, they are not designed for heavy walking and if you use them as everyday shoes and walk frequently (more than 6,000 steps a day) they wear out quickly (3 to 5 months). This is a great second shoe though, just don't overdo it like I did.