I purchased these for work since I’m standing and walking (sometimes quite fast) for 12-14 hour shifts. I wear trouser socks with my uniform and found it immediately necessary to place Dr Scholl’s inserts in the shoes for cushion and to keep my feet from sliding in the shoes. I believe I purchased the correct size. My usage of the shoes is likely outside of the norm compared to others. These shoes suit my needs after some adaptations. The backs of my heels have had to toughen up though.I grew up in dance shoes. Adapting my feet to the shoes is somewhat of an expectation for me.