I've worn this shoe model for many years everywhere on the street and in public places, except when walking on the sidewalk (it gapes wider than my sneakers and lets gravel through). Easier to put on than shoelaces. I am relieved that they are still available. I have relatively stiff feet (short Achilles tendons according to my doctor), so arch support, which shoe salespeople say everyone needs, is actually painful. There is very little here, and what is there are removable insoles, which I can