I have been wearing Solmates for 6 years, and LOVE them.  I buy 2 pair of the same color(s) at a time so that I can miss, or match (for more "formal" occasions.) While the initial investment may seem a little high, they are worth every penny. I have about 12 pair now and wear them all the time. None of them show wear, and are as colorful and soft as there were when new.  I also give them as gifts to friends, my (adult) daughters, and my grandchildren who all love them. The grandkid's socks have been passed down (multiple times) as the kids grow, and still look like new. The kids socks come in sets of 5's for babies, or 3's for kids. I would love to have a "pair" of three!