My friends call them my "40s shoes" and I get compliments on them all the time at work which is pretty much the only place I wear them. They are sturdy and comfortable but I had to add no-skids to them to keep from slipping on the hardwood floors. Even on stage I used to have to do that.  I wish they made these for everyday wear like with a real heel cover and weatherproof bottom sole but hey - these aren't for wearing around town after all. Still I love em and think they're great! I also have them in black.