I've been eying these shoes for some time and took advantage of the great price.  This was the only color available in my size, but I thought it would be more versatile anyway.  I really wanted the green or another color.  Sooooo...  These are softer than the Danskos I usually wear and am used to.  It's not necessarily bad, but I think I've become accustomed to the hard sole and prefer it.  Also, maybe it's just the color again, but I think they kind of look like fisherman's boots when you're wearing them.  haha...  They look okay with jeans and most likely with khakis.  I guess I need some khakis.