I absolutely love these shoes. When I first opened the package, I’ll be honest, I don’t know if it was just me but they looked smaller than usual, but maybe I’m just used to long tipped toes. Anyways, I kept the laces the way that they came but I tied them in an out loop the way that they can’t be seen underneath the tongue. I love the texture and the smell is intoxicating, so I do intend to put them in the box every night and have been since I’ve worn them. Granted, I’ve made a few creases here and there and scratches but they're shoes. Definitely recommend!