I purchased these in black last spring and literally wore them out last summer.  I wore them all the time...with jeans, skirts, maxi dresses, etc....they are beautiful but very comfortable.  If anyone is wondering, the larger gemstone beads are actually sewn on, not glued.  I havn't lost a single bead though I wore them constantly last summer.  I returned for the white pair because the price is so unbelievable; these are going for $80 elsewhere online, so get these while you can.  The white pair I just received are even cuter in person than the online picture.  Can't wait to wear them with turquoise jewelry this spring and summer.  Great buy and highly recommend these.