I like the shiny/suede contrast on the shoe, and they feel great. When I put them on the first time, I found them not quite snug enough on my rather skinny foot, but I got half-sole inserts at my local shoe-repair place (for less than $5) and the man at the shop was able to slip those under the existing innersoles so now they are a perfect fit. I wear them with skirts for basic nice everyday shoes. Also, I am a square dancer and have worn them dancing twice. Very comfortable, and I have had compliments on them.