I've been looking for the perfect casual shoe, comfortable but sturdy, and my wife told me about these sandals, which had been recommended for her father by his podiatrist. Her father and I wear the same shoe size, so she borrowed them for me to try on. I fell in love immediately and ordered my own pair. I'm in love with these shoes. One note: Some adjustments will have to be made here and there for new wearers as you figure out the overlap of the straps and just how tight to pull the Velcro, but once that's done you'll have the best, most comfortable footwear experience. Another note: I wear a wide shoe, but these, in a standard size 11 (44), were perfect for my feet.