I just love these shoes. I originally bought them for what they are "water shoes". I started wearing them for other purposes like lounging around the house, grocery shopping, etc. Then I started wearing them to exercise, as well as martial arts and yoga shoes. Two years later they are starting to wear out (small hole in the toe) and I've just bought another pair but still keep the old pair at home as they are still intact except for the hole. They wash well and are great for Florida. Like a glove.