I've been on the hunt for a comfortable, durable, and attractive pair of basic black flats for ages and apparently that's quite a tall order, but I am happy to report my search is over. These shoes are a dream come true. For a pair of flats, I was floored by the amount of cushioning/arch support in the insole. I have somewhat wide feet and usually struggle to break in new shoes (especially flats!) but these required almost no break-in time and I was able to wear them comfortably for an entire workday right out of the box, which includes a decent amount of walking in my commute. The leather is soft and of a great quality - my feet aren't sweating like crazy. I also love the thin elastic band wrapping around the entire top of the shoe. It keeps the shoe on snugly without digging into my ankle. I would definitely recommend these shoes, but they may be a bit wide for you if your feet are narrow. Fit is true to size.