I love Shape Ups but it's a little difficult to find them in a practical AND attractive style. (I have a couple pair of the ugly ones, but sometimes I want to look nice!) These are perfect for all casual occasions. The men's 7 1/2 is the same as women's 9 1/2, which is my size in Shape Ups even though my size in other shoes has been 8 1/2 - 9. You'd really have to try a pair on in a store if you've never worn them before. Shape Ups are THE most comfortable shoes I've worn in, well, forever. And they're the first that I never need to add insoles or other comfort inserts to.