I suffer from hyperhidrosis. It's usually limited to my arms, but it affects my legs from time to time. Because of this, I'm much better off not wearing socks and shoes all the time. Sometimes my feet need ventilation. Although I'm a southern boy, I'm not a fan of going barefoot. Always. It's not on my wish list and I avoid it like the plague. Mainly because of the above-mentioned problem of hyperhidrosis. For years I was told to wear something like slippers to wear around the house. At the moment. I saw them and decided they would suit me. They are great, my feet get air and I don't have to walk around with rough stuff on the soles of my feet. Pooh. For what they are they hold up surprisingly well considering I even wear them outside. I guess I'll buy another pair. They run true to size as 12 is a bit big for me and I wear 11.5 in correct size shoes.