The pic doesnt show it but in the thread there is GOLD metallic string woven in (not silver as it looks in pic). It changes the look terribly. Mine came looking used (scuffed and dirty soles and with a tear on the inner lining that looks like it's just from poor stitching). These run apx 1/4 to 1/2 size smaller than average. They run a bit tight in the front part of the footing but are loose and wide on the flimsy side edges, offering no support or structure.