I was in the market for new running shoes, my old Under Armours had officially bit the dust after 4 years, and I was looking for a good replacement to the original Nike Free's that I had years ago -- something light and with a lower heel that would be good for someone slightly flat-footed, these are great, I was so surprised by how light they are, like paper, but they feel so great when working out. I saw some reviews about the color, but mine turned up exactly like they're described. I hope these hold out and last a while, because for the price and the weight of them, I'm in love!