I have always loved Clarks shoes, so I thought to give these a try.  I was mostly pleased with them except they do point upward a bit more than I expected in the toe region.  The toes of the shoes don't actually touch the floor, which I guess they did on purpose to make the "wave" motion during walking.  It makes the shoes look juuuust a bit elf-like or clog-like.  It doesn't bother me much and the shoes are comfy.  Happy 'wave' walking!