This is not my first pair of Dansko clogs but it is my first pair of Dansko XP clogs. This shoe is AMAZING!! There was no "breaking in" period necessary as with the traditional Dansko clog. They were comfy right out of the box!! No pressure over my arch - which is my usual complaint with a new pair of Danskos until I break them in. I just wished they came in the CARDOVAN color. I bought this one in white. I love them.