I was worried that these wouldn't arrive in time for a walking trip to Prague over the Holidays and so went out and tried on every 'comfort' shoe there is. Nothing compares to the squishy delicious comfort of Shape Ups...Merrills, Bear Paws, Nikes, Keds, Clarks, Dansko, etc. all just felt really hard. After coming home in despair, I found these on my doorstep! Thank Heaven! They're not as dressy as I would have liked, but I couldn't find the Point Five microfiber saddle shoes in my size. The velcro strap also makes them fast off and on for the airport security! All in all, I don't seem to be able to wear regular shoes after the bliss of these babies!! This is my 5th pair.