I have very narrow feet so I was surprised to find the side of these shoes near my ankle dig into my ankle with the very stiff, inflexible leather.  Since I had the same size Dansko's in a very similar shoe that are very comfortable I am shocked at how stiff and uncomfortable this styles  leather is.  I got the brown which has a splotchy dye,  The color is uneven and unattractive.  Between the splotchy dye and the stiff leather I should send them back.  However, with thick tights or the right socks I will wear them briefly hoping that in time they are not so uncomfortable.