I love these collar stands. They are durable, adjustable and work well. However, I would recommend taking them off before washing as ironing can leave marks (as they are thicker than a plastic collar). The only reason I downgraded them is because a pair I bought 3 years ago for $15 is now worth $25 (about 22% annual growth by my calculations). This may indicate their popularity. Judging by the photos, they no longer come in a nice convertible canister either.