I have had a hard time finding ballet flats that don't fall off my heel, which is especially narrow, yet still comfortable on the widest part of my foot. Because of the elastic, these shoes stayed on my foot. They felt true to size (9 1/2 narrow) and pretty comfortable--slightly stiff. I ended up returning them because I bought four different styles of ballet flats hoping to find one that was comfortable and cute. This style was also a little dressier and older looking. I ended up keeping the "Walking Cradles" instead (see my reviews).