This is my 3rd pair of this particular style.  I love these shoes and they look good with my work clothing.  I like the "no slip" soles and the Sketcher style that lines up my hips and keeps my legs and back aligned throughout the day.  Not sure why Skechers got such a bad rap. I bought the other 2 pair and 2 pair of Skecher Shape Ups from a local store and now they are hard to find and the cost is prohibitive.  I was thrilled to be able to find them online.  They may not create a lot of weight loss in and of themselves, but they have definitely toned up my lower calf muscles... walking up and down flights of stairs daily wearing them (or not) have toned up the upper leg muscles and helped strengthen my legs.  I will continue to buy them as long as they are affordable.  These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned.  They may not work like this for anyone but me, but this is the comfort and performance I enjoy every day that I wear them.