text: I got these shoes as a Lightning Deal, which was good, because I don't think I would have been happy at full price.<br /><br />I like the look of them, and the leather seems to be of a pretty decent quality, so we'll see how long they last.  They seem to run about a half size large compared to other dress shoes I've worn.<br /><br />As others have mentioned about these (and other Natazzi shoes), they do have a pretty elongated look and your toes aren't designed to go all the way to the front.  The look isn't for everyone for sure, but I like having the slightly more European look to the shoes.  The buckle on the side appears to be a design-only element, which adds a nice touch to the look.<br /><br />They broke in relatively quickly though and after only a few days I was able to comfortably wear them for a full day plus of work.  One other minor annoyance is that the laces that came with the shoes appear to be very cheap.  After only a couple of weeks of wear I had already broken two laces and a third appears to be pretty close to breaking.  Not a bid deal because I can buy better laces at my local shoe store, but it would be nice if what they gave you was a bit better.<br /><br />I would consider the brand again in the future, but would probably still want to score them as a Lightning Deal.