Exactly what Mephisto always offers. While they used to recommend a snug fit, I prefer a half size to keep my feet cooler in the summer. I also just used their repair service (about $90) on an old pair and they came back looking like new.

It's very difficult to find shoes that fit me. Somehow these Mephisto shoes work for me. They look beautiful and are made of quality materials. They are lightweight and should be easy to care for. The customer service I received from the seller was exceptional. I will only wear them to meetings and special occasions but I'm sure I could wear them all day if I wanted to.

The Cap Vert looks good and is made of quality materials, but the front of the shoe is too narrow and the back of the shoe is made for someone with an unrealistically thick Unit volume. My heel slipped out of the boot as I lifted my foot. It felt like I was wearing flip flops instead of real shoes. It's a shame because Mephisto makes fantastic shoes and this one looks great, but for me it's really a stain on their track record. I'm sticking with Algoras, which look almost as good (a bit more…

Comfortable with or without socks, although on this model I prefer without. The Germans Germanize Penny Bums. If you like traditional penny loafers that are better made than the American brands that make them now in god knows where and have dropped in quality badly, the German version of penny loafers is a winner.