This is my first pair of Crocs, but it certainly won't be my last pair. The shoes are comfortable, soft and sturdy. They do, however, run a little large. As I wear and 8.5, I ordered a nine. Normally, I wear only thick socks inside the house and bought these shoes to slip into for outside errands such as taking out the trash and collecting the mail. Even with the socks, these shoes are a little big. My next pair will be size 8.