Well...I had read all the reviews..could not believe compression stockings could ever sound this great ! So I said..Columbus took a chance....so I will...I figured I could return them if not as they said.. my goodness...the first pair I tried...went on easy as was stated...soft, comfortable, attractive patterns.....just what the Dr. ordered...washed and air dried...perfectly... I am so HAPPY......thank you for a wonderful way to start a day!!