I love this shoe.  It is stylish and so comfortable.  It runs a little large but not large enough to get a smaller size.  It's the kind of shoe you want to wear when you are going to be on your feet all day (as feet tend to swell toward the end of the day).  The elastic band is great.  I have a high instep and I usually have problems with slip on shoes but the elastic solves the problem of a usually tight instep.  I loved the red shoe so much, I ordered it in black. If you have problem feet, are on your feet a lot, or need a comfortable walking shoe, this might work for you.