This is the first pair of Dansko's I've ordered.  I'm on my feet all day teaching and have some foot problems so can't wear a heel anymore because of the pressure on the ball of my feet.  I wanted something that had a little height to wear with longer pants but nothing with an elevated heel.  I took my Dansko's out of the box and wore them for 2 solid days with no breaking-in problems!  They are perfect with jeans, casual dress pants, and even skirts!  They won't be my last pair of Dansko's that I order!