These shoes felt extremely soft and comfortable (the top material is very stretchy and not confining at all). However, the wide width I ordered still felt too snug on my foot. I ordered a half size up from my usual (thinking I was going to add insoles), and it just ended up being way too long but no wider. I always wear New Balance, so I thought I would be safe, but they don't fit the same as my others. I am pretty bummed, because they seemed like they would be great shoes to wear to the gym and to work.