These are cute and comfortable for a flat sandal.  No need to break them in.  The synthetic material stretches some, and I feel my left shoe is a bit loose.  They don't fall off because of the closure at the ankle, but I did punch another hole to allow making this tighter.  We'll see if that does the trick.  The look is simple and classy.  I can wear them casually in jeans or dress them up with a dress.  I'm not in love with the Volcom signature on the top of the shoe, but other than that these are a great purchase.  Definitely size down.  I'm a 6.5 in most shoes and a 7 in sneakers.  I bought a size 6.