I'm very fussy about my foot wear. I had been wearing several hiking shoes from North face over the past few years, and decided that I wanted something less casual to wear out to informal pubs and restaurants. These are perfect. They are extremely comfortable, not too casual and dress up a pair of jeans and khaki's without saying I just came from yard work or the trail. The sizing is right on. Since my first purchase I have picked up another 2 pairs (1 more brown and 1 black). I don't care for the typical old oxford look most companies sell. These are unique looking and have a european flair to them. No break-in period either.