These are a comfort to wear.  I have a very high instep so I cannot wear most shoes unless they have some type of elastic on top of the shoe.  These not only have elastic, the whole top is elastic and very comfortable with the Velcro buckle that attaches across the top.  The velcro has to stretch almost to the end but, even with the small part of it holding, it has stayed fastened and feels great.  I have a wide foot but these still feel great since they give so much.  I go on several walks every day with my dog and these shoes never hurt my feet.  I would buy them again.