The upper part around ankle doesn't have anything to keep it together, so it sticks out a lot and looks weird - I am considering taking shoes to the repair shop and asking to punch some additional holes. However, I noticed, that as with most of Skechers that I own, material is incredibly thin, so I am not sure if the shoe laces would not just cut through. The shoes are light and comfortable. The down side - I've ordered several pairs of Skechers recently for myself and my kids, and they don't seem to hold up longer than 2-3 months without getting holes or sometimes even running eyes like stockings in mesh type of material. Soles disintegrate rather easily, too, if they are made of several layers.. And the shoes aren't even worn every day. I like the design and colors, but probably it will be my last pair because they really lack quality and durability.