"I am not a size 6, which is why these are a little loose on me - 5.5 would have been perfect. Other than that, if you wear it with thick socks, the block heel ensures that there is absolutely no discomfort in wearing this shoes. Doesn't have a padding, but still very comfortable. What bugs me is the shaft edge - It rubbed against my skin so bad, that I HAD to wear long socks the next day, and it still hurts. which is why I gave it a 4 star."