I ordered these shoes to participate in a water aerobics class.  I had read about a TON of different shoes and this was the shoe that seemed to best fit the bill for the most cost efficient approach.  There were others in consideration, but the more cost efficient choices did not have the "loop tie" but rather were like regular running shoes and had to be tied.  After having worn shoes in the water, the "tie" approach is much more prone to coming undone and didn't want to have to be bothered tying my shoes multiple times in the class.  I also had reservations about ordering shoes that I was going to be so active in on line, but I was not disappointed.  I know some reviews mention a scratchy-ness in the shoe.  Although I can see where that might be the case where the striping is, once my foot was in, I did not notice.  When reaching in with my hand, I did, however notice that it was indeed scratchy.  So if the top of your foot is a bit sensitive, this might not be the shoe for you.  I also read that it runs a bit small.  Having only once in my life had to "upsize" a shoe, I was stubborn and ordered the 6.5 which I normally wear.  I will admit, they are a bit short, but given the nature of the shoe -- that its meant for activity, I'm not sure I would want it any larger as my foot would slip around.  Yes, it is a nice, snug fit, but I like that in my shoes.  However, there is ample room in the "toe box" and my feet didn't feel "squashed" in.  I have not worn these shoes in the water yet, but have worn them around the house and for a short jog.  They have a nice support in them and I don't anticipate any problems in the water.  Once I participate in a class with them, if there are problems, I'll update my review.  Hope this is all helpful to someone.  Take care.