The arch was way too high for my average arch.  After walking in them, the tips of my toes hurt because they rubbed on the exaggerated upward curve of the shoe.  They felt very tight and were difficult to wear in.  I didn't get the slight lift in heel that I need to feel energetic, and I could feel myself getting fatigued in this shoe.  These sandals look REALLY cute on my feet, but with the high arch, odd posture, and toe rub issues, I knew these were not my ideal walking sandal.