The "wide" version basically allocates more real estate in the upper, making the leather upper able to expand further, thereby accommodating a wider foot. I decided to stop at Best Buy for a quick survey of what?s available and what?s on display. My toddler daughter loves these shoes. Three of the four plastic tabs have broken off. It has smushed down and doesnt come back in any way. This wasnt an expensive purchase, but I think I have finally learned my lesson and will not buy clothes from Amazon again, its just not worth the hassle when the clothes dont fit right/feel comfortable. definatley a good workout Anyone with foot pain can appreciate walking again - without pain! Kind of a crowning justification that my efforts in sound quality have been worth it. Traditional earphones hurt my ears after short term use.