These are pretty cool shoes, they definitely have the "sanuk" look to them. The yoga mat insoles are oh so soft. I took a star off because I didn't realize that they are black with silver (and I mean SHINY silver) threads throughout. They're cute, just not what I was expecting based on the description of "black" as the color. I am a 7.5 usually in flats, so I took the advice to size down and they are perfect. A little tight at first but I can already tell they're going to stretch nicely. I wear them without socks also.