For someone used to wearing nothing, but Nikes, Jordans, etc, for the longest time, I knew it was time for a change. After buying my first pair of Sperry boat shoes and now these, I think I'll be keeping my sneakers on ice for a bit. These shoes in particular looks to be very well made. Its simple yet classic silhouette is what originally won me over. They are very comfortable, not quite boat shoe comfortable, but very very comfortable and light. I've owned suede shoes before, so I know I'll need to spray these with a protectant. They do run a tad bit big, but I only had to size down a half size.