All this talk of shoes finally reminded me to check the Sketchers web site. In the past they offered a slipon sneaker called the Gator. Comfortable, finished inside, and can be worn without socks. It's a seasonal style. They don't have Gators right now. Instead they have something called STAMINA - CHECKERS. They are basically the same except they have a much wider weave in the uppers. I bought two pair black and tan.