I just received my new TOMS, and again am happy. This is my fourth pair of TOMS and they are my go-to shoe for any occasion, either casual or a bit more dressy.

I've read reviews on Amazon from some others about TOMS and I'd like to point out some things.

Some have stated that they aren't durable or that they rip holes in the toe and so forth. I have to disagree. I'm a designer and have been an event designer and decorator for high end events where I have very little time in a venue to convert it for parties and events. These shoes are so comfortable and durable. Walking and running around in them always is comfortable.

Now, I have had a pair that I wore through the toe but that's expected - they're canvas. All fibers break down, especially when your toe nail rubs against the fabric. Mine lasted for about 7 months before I wore through them wearing them practically every day for 8+ hours. On days of events I'd wear them for 16+ hours. So believe me, they're durable and comfortable.

Something that I think needs to be addressed is that someone stated that they spent $45 on these shoes and tore through the toe (obviously eventually) - this is to be expected. Obviously you need to understand the retail market. Shoes like most other items are consumable goods, meaning they have a life and then are over, just like food before it goes bad. That's retail. If items lasted forever companies would be out of business quickly. I don't see a difference in these shoes wearing out in 6 months than purchasing another pair of shoes $45+ and retiring them to your closet after two months because they aren't in style anymore. It's the same thing, yet I'd rather wear mine out than retire them and give a pair to others in need like the TOMS company does.

Overall - a great buy! Try a pair on in stores first so you can learn your size. They're meant to be tight when you first buy them, after all they are canvas and will mold and stretch to fit your foot perfectly after a few heavy wears.