I loved these shoes from the first time I wore them. Now that I've worn them a few times, I'm confident my first impression was spot on: they're top quality shoes. The material makes me smile every time I wear them and the workmanship is up to the standard set by the high quality material used in their construction. generous side for fit. I'm impressed that they have enough height to accommodate my thick feet even with socks. If anything, they're a bit loose, but they can still be worn barefoot