i love these shoes! the darker sole is very cool compared to the light version that most of these shoes have. i agree with some of the other comments about the scuffing. i've had them a month and they look like the ones i've had for four YEARS! the pullup leather is good for shoes that are meant to be casual. i wouldn't recommend this particular leather if you are hoping for a pair of fancier, nicer shoes...maybe go with the cabrio? nevertheless, they are super comfy and the scuffing matches my personality:) oh, and if they seem a bit loose, my local retailer gave me dansko insoles FOR FREE that are supposed to take up 1/2 size and come directly from dansko. these really helped me! just FYI.