I purchased these shoes to wear on a trip to Europe. They were the only shoes I intended to take, so I needed them to be comfortable, rugged, and versatile as I would be wearing them everyday for two weeks, walking miles each day. They terribly hurt my feet and were certainly not the most comfortable choice. But, my disappointment comes in less than two months later, there are holes in the soles, the stitching is coming loose, and my toes are wearing through the inside lining. I started wearing them on April 24, and today is June 25 and I'm nearly ready to pitch them because they're so worn out. I chose to purchase Hush Puppies because of a reputation for having quality footwear that was good for your feet. I will never purchase another pair again.