Comfort is a-okay with bare feet on the memory foam, you can feel the upper top of the shoe pressure slightly and there is a minimal foot arch, I imagine theyll soften up a bit once they get broken in a little more. I am also using several to hang dry erase markers up with. My earphones are like new-almost block all noise in my studio/shop. A deep cherry red and/or a weathered gray wood grain trim piece would be amazing. The velcro on these shoes does not stick and my daughter hates wearing them! I assembled the product in my home on the floor. Fits well, good protection for my AirPods. The peg was lost somewhere and the kickstand is now useless. I would buy again if I need more closet space. The biggest advantage of this type of strap for me is the set up.