I've bought socks from Walmart, Target and some online stores but they never seem to be perfect, they usually get too small after washing or shorten after washing but these socks don't! I look forward to wearing them on my daughter all winter! They are beautiful and long enough to wear in her leggings/pyjamas (13 months old). The grip on the bottom is very minimal but all you need. I love these socks! Colors, prints and softness.