It is hard to find some of the cooler, color combos (say that 3 times fast!) in kids' shoes, so when I found these for my son, it was a no brainer. However, 6 months of typical active 5-yr. old wear, they are looking ragged (even more than his older Reebok Zigtechs). These shoes got wet, the color faded a bit and they have not looked good since. The velcro strap is thinning from the simple act of adhering the velcro...(isn't that its job?) My son still like them because he can put them on by himself, but I am over them. My son has a pair of lace-up Puma suede sneakers that seem more durable. Bottom line: Super cool, but not your everyday kicks. Best for stylish outings where you want your kids' shoes to be cooler than your friend's kids.