Don't you hate when people say, "they will be comfortable once you 'break them in' "?  I sure do! I pick my shoes/sneakers for comfort. I don't think you should have to be tortured while you wear your shoes. My new adidas Falcon Elite W running shoes arrived today - my feet have been smiling since the instant I slipped them on!  Incredibly comfortable!!!  I normally wear either a 7.5 or an 8 - in the adidas, I bought the 8 and they fit great!!!  Love the white w/pink too!  Nothing too flashy, just Heaven on your feet!!