I love purple! And boy, do these shoes stand out. Every day • Everywhere. But they will not last more than 3 months! Signs of "rotting" within a few weeks and as Josh said above, the soles are coming off the shoes. They're cheap, but they're also cheap shoes. If you're willing to buy a new pair every 3 months for $40, you might be lucky. It can be cheaper than buying an expensive pair that lasts 8-9 months.