These Hush Puppies do require that you break them in for a few hours a day for a couple of days before attempting to wear them all day. Once you have done this - they are extremely comfortable as they have then molded to your feet better.  I like them because they are dressy enough for work and comfortable when you have to walk between a lot of areas for meetings and such.  Good arch and foot support.  The only thing I wish was a little better is that they could be lighter in weight. They are a somewhat heavy shoe.