I bought a pair of Walking Cradles just before a trip to Europe a few years ago and found them to be some of the most comfortable walking shoes I have ever owned. I rotate through a variety of shoes to keep down leg fatigue when walking long distances on consecutive days, but I found myself adding my walking cradles into the rotation most often. After a month in Europe and two years at home, my original pair is showing its age, so I bought these.<br /><br />I opened the box at 7 am and put on the shoes. They fit exactly as my last pair, and I was able to wear them all day teaching (much walking and standing) without any breaking in period. I LOVE these shoes. Not only are they comfortable all day, but they are infinitely more attractive than most shoes designed for walking. I will be buying another pair in a different style. My feet will thank me.