I think I will get lots of wear out of these shoes. I noticed after I bought them that there was a black but I will try the grey for a while and see. I haven't really worn them- saving them for spring. I do have to wear an arch support with them...makes them more comfortable. I wear a 11M and my arches prolapse. The price was right. I had previously owned a style like this from Priva and just loved those so I am hoping this will be a good replacement