I ordered these shoes because I wanted to try some with velcro rather than laces. I read another review which suggested ordering 1/2 size larger than your usual size, so I did. I'm glad, because they would have been a bit too tight in my regular size. I've worn the shoes every day for about three weeks now, and I find them to be perhaps the most comfortable shoes I've ever had for walking and standing. This might be due to the memory foam insoles. For just sitting around the house, sometimes I find them a bit more snug than I like. I do like the velcro fasteners, much better than laces. They are easier to adjust when I want to loosen or tighten the shoes. My only regret is that I did not order black instead of white, for the white does of course show dirt and stains easily. Overall, I am quite pleased with these shoes.