Very nice shoes with very good build quality and nice, soft suede leather. The size is exactly what I wear in 'dress' shoes, that is, one size smaller than athletic shoes. There is no lining inside, it's a single piece of leather and inside there is only reinforced leather at the heel. The insole is removable and is leather on top and thick, comfortable foam underneath, like an athletic shoe. The laces with the two eyelets leave the foot comfortable and do not lock it in; some may not like this and may want another set of eyelets for a better fit. The color is not as dark as in the photo, it's closer to mocha than chocolate (it can get a bit darker with transparent renovatine spray for waterproofing). They are 'ready' to wear immediately, no break-in time needed for comfort. At €69, which is what I paid, they are very vfm.