I like the variety of colours, but what I like most is how comfortable they are in the hot months. The fabric is thin and the colors didn't fade when I tossed them in the washing machine. We all know that a child's feet grow faster than you can imagine. Although these socks are great at the moment (size 13.5) I think he will outgrow them. pretty soon, so if you're in the same boat you might want to get a larger size to make sure they last more than 2 months.