Update: After a few days of break-in, these are easily the most comfy shoes I’ve every owned. They’re very light, well cushioned, and even the laces are great (in that they won’t come untied). They do lack arch support, but I have low arches, so that actually makes them more comfy for me. I love these shoes.

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars

Asic Tigers on Amazon

I was sick of wearing boots and old beat up New Balances, so I picked up a pair of Steve Madden Zhens.

First, I love the look. They are equally at home bummin it in jeans and a t-shirt as they are in dress pants and a button down.

They appear to be very well made, though it’s hard to tell for sure at this early juncture. The fit was perfect, I ordered my normal size and they fit like a glove. They aren’t as comfy as an athletic shoe, but I live downtown and walk a lot, and they never get uncomfortable to the point of hurting my feet or anything.

Amazon just started carrying them, and only has one color, but that should change shortly.

So far, so good.

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars