"I saw some reviews that complained of the pinching around the toes and when I initially tried them on, I did not notice that. Well after about 30 minutes standing in them I certainly understood that comment!! Wow, are these painful. I am not sure exactly why bc I have so many similar styles to this but maybe it is the material or the exact placement of the strap. I think if you have an extremely narrow foot it may work but otherwise, not worth the spend."