They are a sturdy shoe but very comfortable. They are the only shoe I wear as I'm diabetic and need a roomy shoe with no rough seams to irritate. I have 2 in black, 1 brown, gray and a few in summer colors. I have worn the black ones over a year and I wipe them with a damp cloth and they look new again. I even washed them in the washing machine and they came out great! The black color does run. I love the fur lined ones in winter. I hope they never stop making them. I broke my MY ankle so can't wear a fancy shoe, with slacks & jeans they look great especially the suede. Thank you Sketchers!