I LOVE THESE SHOES! I was afraid they would be too flat and not offer enough arch support, and also afraid the sole might be too thin and not offer enough padding. I was wrong on both counts. They are very comfortable, and did not require breaking in. I was on my feet for several hours the first day I wore them, and they were great! Really cute. They are more of a gold color than the bright yellow color pictured, but they look great.