My husband likes sneakers for casual wear, but so many times the athletic shoes are too obviously "casual" or "sporty" ..like they are bright colors are too clunky a size/shape for shorts. And with shorts, some of they make your feet look gigantic. These are PERFECT! nice canvas material (cooler than leather for summer), casual style, but still nice enough to go places and not look like you are out for a jog. Even better, they look great with no socks and shorts! A very nice not-quite-sneakers and not-quite-dressy compromise!

My husband feels they are true to size, not too narrow or wide. He also LOVED that they came with another pair of laces. The cotton kind and the leather kind. Not that laces are hard to find or expensive, but it was nice they were included. Sometimes the leather ones (even though they are attractive) don't like to stay tied. With these you have a choice. I think I am buying another pair for my son who HATES dress shoes, but sometimes needs something "nicer" than athletic shoes.