I am a 25 year old college student. Long story, short, I went back to school a year and a half ago. Almost every student I pass has a pair or two of TOMS. I tried to resist, but ended up buying a pair. I was donating a pair when I bought one for myself, therefore justified purchase. I choose the gray as I figured it would be the most universal; I can now say I live in these shoes. I work a few jobs, one of which requires me to be on my feet and I can wear these with no aches or pains after a shift. I definetly suggest purchasing a pair if you are on the fence. My next big decision, deciding on the next color/design I want.