Not my first or last pair of Birks, but these are probably the coolest. They do require a breaking in period because of the thick, firm leather...but they will last long too. I got the narrow 37 and i wear a size 7 to 7 &half in some shoes. Very happy. They are my "summer boots", mostly with dresses. The center strip can be removed for a banded look, if you tired of gladiator.