The part of the shoe where the laces enter the holes has an open edge and was already slightly worn upon arrival. We have them on sale but if we had paid full price I would have sent them back. The raw edge makes them look cheap. I have an 8, my son has an 8 and they barely fit, a bit tight but loosen up with wear. Overall good but I'm sure I'll get more from another brand before the end of the season.