(Summary below) This lovely grey pair of brogues is my second purchase from Mona Flying; the first was a pair of brogues just like these (gray), only black.The shoes arrived in a timely fashion and well packaged. The shoebox is so cute, you know you'll keep it. These grey brogues were true to size (I wear a 9 1/2-10). They are real leather; the leather has a bit of a shine to it, and the toe and ankle have a darker brushed finish that contributes to their retro feel. There is no room for orthotics, but the inner sole can be removed, and I've used a thin, fashion-style insole in them to support my plantar fasciitis.They do fit a bit snug at first, but not unbearably so, and leather does stretch. I took time to break in these shoes. I wore them every day until they began to feel just slightly uncomfortable, and then took them off for the day. These shoes will get a crease in the leather across the top of the toes, where the shoe bends, as the foot bends. This type of leather creases. It makes the shoe look comfortable and lived in, while still looking professional and upscale.With the support of my insoles, I was able to wear these all day at an event, completely comfortable and feeling rather stylish. I wear these without socks, or with super thin anklets; there's no room for thicker socks. I’m looking forward to wearing these this Spring. I’m planning on black capri pants with these shoes, a slouchy grey t-shirt and a black blazer. I also love these with jeans, a white tank, and a grey cami, and a black pork pie hat.LONG STORY SHORTPROS* True to size* Real leather* Retro brushed leather look* Room for thin fashion insole* Leather stretches; shoes very comfortable after break-in period* Eventual crease in leather looks worn-in and comfortable* Can be worn comfortably for long periods after break-in period* Cute shoebox* Can wear without shoes or with thin socks* Stylish, lots of fashion optionsCONS* Initially fits a little snug; break-in period required* No room for large orthotics* No room for thick socks* Leather creases - if you don’t like thatThese are very versatile, fashion forward shoes. I will be buying from Mona Flying again in the future. I hope I’ve been helpful!