I have lived in espadrilles for 20+ years now, and I was very happy to add this elegant version to my collection. If you also know espas, you will understand when I say that this one is comparable to Andre Assous, even perhaps a bit better quality. I will warn that, unlike Assous, this one runs about 1/2 size larger and that the back strap slips a little if you have a narrow heel as I have. The bone color is lovely, and the straw sole appears durable. The leather feels soft, like lambskin -- again very much like the Assous, as is the price range. I hope this doesn't sound like 'espadrille code,' but if you know the brands you will know what I mean.

I ordered the shoes based on other people's good comments. The shoes look good but hurt my feet so much as the design doesn't come with good arch support.

Great shoe at a great price. I have wide flat feet and these shoes accommodated my feet well. I was able to wear them all day with no problems. I got many compliments on them as well.