I know I can add a heel grip to hold the back of the shoe on, but those things always come un-stuck and look gross when you take your shoes off. I guess I just assumed that the Ralph Lauren design team would have thought of this and fashioned a heel shape holder into the shoe. Instead the back is just soft fabric that probably won't hold its own shape. I know what an Espadrille is, but was just expecting a knock out version from Ralph Lauren. It isn't. The toe is a little too pointy for my liking in this style of shoe. It barely shows any toe so your summer pedicure is hidden. Looks kind of old-ladyish/orthopaedic in the dark brown color.