I bought five Nine West boots about six years ago and they're still in good condition. The boots are pricey ($50-90 per pair) but I believe that we pay for quality. I still wear the five boots up to this day, through water, through sand, dirt/ mud, you could scrub it and let it dry. I have black and brown boots, of course the color fades over time but it doesn't look ugly at all. I recommend you buy boots here especially if you're looking for long-term investments on it!