I needed a pair of dress shoes in brown and ordered these for the style and look I wanted rather than paying $300 or so.  They are more comfortable than I could have imagined and look EXCELLENT while wearing (I've had a few comments on them).  They are so perfect for me I ordered a pair of them in black to replace my rather heavy Nunn Bush toe-cap oxfords.  At the price, I can afford to buy a couple of more if I should need them.  They are a GREAT dancing shoe with just he right "slide" once the soles are scuffed a bit.  I highly recommend them.