I bought these for my son. He needed a pair of black dress shoes. He didn't like the fussy look of wing-tip or loafer styles. He also didn't want the slouchy look of the more casual oxfords. These shoes are a nice compromise. They have a clean, classic look. I don't know how comfortable they'll be in the long run. He wore them for a short time and said they felt pretty good. He did add a pair of insoles, though. There wasn't much arch support.