I have a pair in brown (from Bloomingsdales) that I love, and wanted them in black too because I know that they are a comfortable fit.. Leather upper and "rubber soul"(Beatle album),semi-dressy and gives great support especially for people who have flat feet and cannot wear their orthotics in the summmer months. Not all fitflops are the same. I tried on many in the store. Plastic uppers are cheaper but hurt. Stores don't always carry fitflops as they are somewhat seasonal; their selection may be limited. However I bought a different style fitflop on line (strapped across)  and they were too tight in the width, even though they were the same size as this open toed shoe that fit well.