I love these shoes!!  I had fallen in love with the elastic laces that I had on a previous pair of shoes.  I had been constantly look for a pair to replace my other pair.  When I found these I was very excited.  Not only do they have the elastic laces, but they also are made from recycled material!!  They are very comfortable with or without socks. I do suggest ordering a 1/2 size up because they do run small.  Depending on the brand, I wear between a 6 1/2 and a 7.  I ordered the 7 1/2 and the fit perfectly.