I wear most footwear for style and not function. It's a plus that they are comfortable, no breaking in necessary. Great looking, stylish shoe. Looks great with jeans and chinos. I'll be wearing these year round. Was looking for a timberland shoe with tan nubuck "butter colored" like the traditional timbs that was a little more lightweight and wearable in spring summer as well. Timbs boots/oxfords too hot for summer. This is the perfect solution. Somewhere between a boot and a high top sneaker.