My wife was curious about this Drew brand, so decided to try this Elite sneaker because it came in narrow sizes.  Some of the other reviewers wrote that it was a stiff shoe.  When the sneakers arrived, she noticed that the only stiff part was the toe box, but the rest of the shoe was like any other leather shoe. She thinks that this brand is one worn by ladies working on their feet all day, ie: nurses, waitresses, & etc., so that would be why the firm toe box...for protection.  Upon wearing them, she commented that they were comfortable, and well-made, but could use more padding in the footbed (reason for only 3 stars).  There is room to add more padding, which is what she will do, especially for walking.  The shoe is stylish-looking with the added color design along the sides, and should look nice with any casual outfit.