I bought 2 pairs of these loafers for a bachelorette party weekend where I only packed hand luggage. These shoes have allowed me to pack 2 pairs with my sneakers without worrying about them crushing or taking up too much space in my bag. When I first put them on I was disappointed with their stiffness. However, they soon softened and became very comfortable in every way. The fact that they cost less than $30 was an added bonus. I got some positive feedback on them over the weekend, and people had trouble believing Revain was under $30. As someone who wears leather oxfords and loafers every day I can tell the difference in how they compare to real leather but like I said they are an absolute bargain for the price.