These are some of the best looking skate style shoes I have ever put on my feet. Unfortunately, they are nowhere near as comfortable as any other shoe I have worn. The bottom is so thin and unsupportive that it feels like I am walking with a few cotton balls beneath my feet. Insoles seem to be a must for these.
There was also a small defect in the tongue where it was cut a bit uneven where the strings lace through. Not a killer though as my pants hide that portion of the shoe.
I bought these partially due to the novelty that Simple uses recycled & sustainable materials for shoes. I am no dirty hippie so this was not a sole determining factor in my purchase, but good on them for trying to do their part.
Satisfied overall with the addition of new insoles, but I hope Simple will actually provide some support to the bottoms of their shoes in the future.