I work in nursing.  On my feet all day, up and down the hallways.  I have issues with my feet, as well.  Regular sneakers are no good.  I had purchased a pair of these in white, from a local shoe store.  I wanted a pair of black ones, as well.  The moment I put these on my feet I knew they would work for me.  So, I went to Amazon to find a pair of black ones.  I found these on the site and like the pattern on them.  So I ordered them.  I really like them.  Very comfortable; easy on and off; easy to keep clean; look very nice (for work and outside of work).  Very good shoes by Timberland; as usual!