I purchased these shoes on the recommendation of a friend.  She did have the leather style but, because I was purchasing these online I didn't want the expense of a leather shoe, so I opted to try the canvas shoes to see if they were in fact comfortable and if they fit right.  Unfortunately/fortunately I read a review AFTER I'd placed the order.  The review stated that you'd need a shoe horn to try on these shoes (which was correct) and that the coating on the shoe would crack where your toes bend (also correct).  I have now worn the shoes at least 5 times, they are still difficult to put on because they are stiff and yes they do look like there is a crack on the top area. I'm not satisfied with the shoes, don't know what recourse I have, because I have worn them and am undecided whether to return the beige canvas pair I purchased, because they do NOT have a coating on it.