I originally put the brown pair on my wish list, but I waited too long and only the plum were left at the lower price, and I'm glad I purchased them--they are a beautiful shade. I am 142 lb with size 8 feet and the shoes fit perfectly with standard cotton crew socks. They are too tight with fuzzier spa socks, and I will be sure to purchase one size up before next winter so I can wear them in my chilly home (unless these should stretch by then, in which case I'll buy another size 8). The "earth-shoe" type toe is comfortably wide but not unattractive or clunky looking. The first day I wore them, I wondered if the high arch was a fit for my foot, but by the second day I was very pleased with it and no longer even noticed it, except for the improved stability.  My weight is now on my arch instead of on my heels (I have a heel spur) or toes (I also have neuropathy) and I was surprised to find myself compelled to stand straighter.  It's hard to slump when your feet are centered. I'm very glad there is an adjustable back strap, as I tend to fall out of strapless clogs. These shoes are definitely worth their non-sale price, although I was glad to get them for less than $50. I'll continue to watch for sales, but I would buy these at full price if I were to find myself in need of a new pair.