I really like these tennis shoes. They're attractive and low maintenance. The pad inside is replaceable in case you need a thicker one for more padding or you wear it out. I've washed these things several times, even though the instructions don't recommend it. They come out looking like new every time. They are cool on you feet in summer, but cold in the winter(wool socks needed). If you wear white socks with dark stitching, the seam shows through on the top of the shoe,(hence cool in summer), I also bought a blue pair, an older version, for inside the gym use only.