I am a high school teacher and used to wear Ecco shoes until lately, when I purchased locally a similar pair of this model in black. I have been wearing them ever since, and decided to go for Rockport instead of Ecco due to much better price and comfort. These Rockport shoes are more comfortable than Ecco, I stand on my feet all day long and I feel great, the shoes are breathing, flexible, always leave some spare room for swallen feet, and the leather is of great quality. They give elegance and comfort, I bought this model in bordo and ocean blue and I'm extremely happy with my choice. As always, thanks Amazon, will definitely be back with another purchase!