I always read reviews before buying but this is the first review I've written (despite being a regular on Amazon!. These insoles are fablous - they are so soft and a real treat for your feet! I spend most of my day in safety shoes, which are not the most pleasant of footwear and these insoles have just improved the wearability 10 fold! As these come as two pairs of insoles I put the other pair in my newly purchased winter boots (which despite costing a fortune, didn't have any padding under the foot!) - result is great! My feet are very happy!!! (Word of warning - these insoles are quite thick, so make sure you've got toe wiggle room before using the insoles, otherwise the shoes / boots may be a bit snug!)