The subtle two-tone coloring between grey and black adds just a little style to them as I dont believe they are intended to be as casual looking as the Go Walks. The wipes are not absorbent at all. They have some extra cushion on the sole which make them very comfy. Im really frustrated with these hooks. I looked at a number of options, including ceiling mount racks on pulleys and a variety of other strange options. In looking at what we needed this was the best value for our money! Sometimes she uses it on her desk as a “normal speaker” and sometimes it’s part of her play as the jukebox in her barbie house. The length is just right for me, just above the ankles and I am 5. Plus, they are so cheap that they are almost disposable. Even though they are adjustable they still fit tight with his regular size 10.