I bought these for a cruise during which i knew we'd be doing extensive walking. I wanted ECCOs because i know they're well-made and very supportive. I saw the pair I wanted while walking through a department store but choked at the price! They were beautiful, a soft creamy leather that would have been perfect with shorts, skirts, jeans and capris but i just couldn't. Then i found these. The bronze color is just as neutral as that creamy off-white and actually looks better with darker pants. I wore these for a solid six hours of walking straight out of the box and go back to them every time we're heading out on a walking adventure. I purchased my usual size, an 8.5, and the shoe feels a little loose but not too much so. I probably could have gotten by with an 8 BUT these have been perfect when my feet swelled on a cross country flight and also on a couple chill days when i wanted to wear socks. I've put plenty of miles on these and they still look great.