This are great shoes with a lot of cushion.  I would describe them as a cross between boat shoes and a sneaker.  The only problem with these shoes is the sizing is not 'standard' or very accurate.  I always wear the same size shoes for nearly every brand, and I have had countless New Balance shoes which I always come back too.  I admit I have often rolled my eyes at reading reviews about how the sizing is wrong when other people write them, but with this shoe, it truly is the case.  I always wear a 9D, but in this shoe I bought a 9-1/2 D, but really this shoe is still so snug along the sides that I should have bought at least a 9EE or 9-1/2EE.  I have never had to do this with any other shoe, particularly a New Balance.  They are the most narrow shoes I have ever purchased although they are a D.  Since they are leather I am hoping they stretch out a bit so that they are more comfortable.  Other than this issue, they are wonderful shoes.  I can recommend these shoes but I do highly recommend that you choose a wider widith than you normally would wear.