I was so very glad to find these shoes! I was a bit worried at first-it had been so long since I had a brand new pair of slip on shoes! The reason for that is because Eastlands are so good, I can wear a pair for 10+ years! I have a pair of brown similar ones that I've worn for about that long-maybe longer. But they last forever and are the only brand I will buy. I'm still wearing the brown ones, but wanted a pair of black ones to match my purse and coat for winter. They felt a bit tight at first, but it's been so long since I've had to break in a pair of shoes since Eastlands last so long! Wore them a couple of nights at home, broke in perfectly, now they're my new favorites! I've tried others, but Eastlands are still the best:)