I got the tan pair for $26.  These shoes feel molded to my feet!  I don't think they will require much of a break in period.  I normally buy a 6.5 in most shoes, but in Hush Puppies I order a 6W because it is available and let me tell you, it makes a difference.  I think that may be the reason why I am not experiencing the issues some other people have mentioned, such as the top of the shoe cutting into the top of the foot.  Not only do these shoes feel good, they look good too, which is not an easy combination to find in this price range.