When I first got it, it was amazing. I was happy for about 15 minute... Until I saw that small patch of discoloration on the side. It was kinda like the fabric was rubbed against something and color got rubbed off on some strings. From far it's hard to tell. You can definitely see it if you look closely. I considered returning it, but worry might get something in worse condition than this.... And it is not worth the time. It is a comfortable pair of shoes after all, and for the price of it, I guess what I got is what I paid for...