"These are the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn. This is my second pair. My last pair is still fine, but the velcro lost its stickiness, so I am having to send the shoes in for new velcro. I got these shoes to wear in the mean time. I hurt my back and have to wear a foot brace, and these are the only shoes that accomodate the brace without being too big on the other foot. They are easy on and off. I am diabetic and these are gentle on my feet. Good with socks or without. My only wishes are: 1. Easier way to replace the velcro 2. Wish they were available in fake leather--I don't like to wear animal skins."