I bought these to walk to work in Portland. In Portland, you either wear these or Birkenstock's for sandals, but seeing as the latter are double the price, and do not have a back to them (I walk up hills so I wanted a back strap) I chose these. I was hoping they would be a bit "cuter" and more slender to the foot, especially at the toe area, but they are pretty wide at the toe area. I am a size 8.5, and read reviews that they run a bit small on the strap, so I chose a size 9. I think with a size 8 it would fit my foot perfectly while standing or sitting, but the toes would slide off when walking. I wish they made an 8.5. The straps are Velcro, so I am not having an issue of them being too long or short. The back strap is a little low on the heel, but I think that is the design. Overall they are extremely comfortable, no rubbing on from the straps, good arch and heel support, and very high quality for "foam" sandals. But would I wear this with a cute dress? No, and I was hoping to. I will wear them with athletic clothes, shorts, or casual clothes when I want to be comfy.