I bought these because I needed some new running shoes since the soles of my Reebok Zigs were looking a little worn. I absolutely love the choice of colors and I LOVE the fit! It's like wearing a cushiony glove, especially around the collar of the shoe. I sprained  my ankle a month ago, and I had to lace them a little loose, but these shoes were a great support to me, esp. in the heel. It beat wearing flip-flops while I was recovering.  I do advise going a half size up, because these run small.  I usually wear an 8 in everything, and this was my first 8 1/2. But you know what? They are really cute, and they do not make my foot look long at all, like some shoes do! Asics is my new favorite brand of shoe.