I bought the red version to bring on a very active trip in New Zealand.  The soles are very cushy and not flat, which can be hard on your back.  While I usually don't like thong-style shoes, because my toes don't like things between them (!) I hardly noticed it with this pair.  I wore them all day to a wine festival and at the end of the day everything about me was tired except for my feet!  I wear a true 8 and these are a perfect fit.  They are cute with jeans or a skirt, dressed up or down.  The red is lady bug red, not burgundy or orange.  It's so nice to wear a pair of sandals that are stylish and comfortable.  Usually you have to sacrifice one for the other.  On top of all that, the price was right!  Can't lose.