I've been a loyal Dansko fan for years, but I never bought the print style before. I was a bit concerned because of reviews saying the leather on the prints tends to crack, but I've worn these nearly every day to work for months now and have had no problems. I need a firm footbed, so the Dansko Professional Mule is perfect for support. Even though they're made in China, I've had no problems with quality and consistency of finish and fit. I find it's best to check back regularly to see what goes on sale -- from day to day, the price on the same shoe can vary by $50 or more! When I find a pair my size on deep discount, I snap it up. This particular pair isn't a style I would have chosen right off the bat (the Botanical print), but now that I own it, I love it. It's perfect for spring. Can't recommend these enough!