I get lots of compliments on these shoes, as they are fun and bright, especially with white jeans. I stand for a living, and the shoes, at least while new, feel springy and cushiony. They are a very tight fit on the top of my arch, so if you have wide feet or a high arch, they are probably not for you. You will probably like them if you have a narrow foot or low arch. The tongue is actually attached to the rest of the shoe and so the shoe does not open very wide. Toe box is roomy enough. I am considering another pair in a different color, as they are fun to wear, but I did take off a star for the tight fit.