Ha, Janet, that's absolutely right. No barefooting it here. All 100% necessary!! There, now I feel all better. Thank you!
Belladogga, my feet are probably medium volume. On the narrow side of medium width with a narrow heel that doesn't have a "bump" on the back (so pumps will not stay on). I have fairly high instep and arches. The Seychelles get awful reviews but I found them extremely comfortable from the second I put them on. They are quite adjustable in the back, but if you have low arches or very narrow feet the top strap might be too loose. And if you have the opposite type of foot it might be too tight.