I was wanting something “worn and vintage”. The color of the stockings is more gray and MAROON not red as the picture depicts. They are also very stiff. I’m guessing a dye was used to make them look old and worn. Instead it made them gray and maroon. Not thrilled as it was quite costly. My adult daughters laughed and couldn’t believe I spent $40 on these. (With shipping). They said they had a pair on their drawer I could have used . The return process would have been more than worth my trouble as family was coming into town. I ALWAYS read reviews but there were none so I took a chance. Now there is a review so buyers will know. If your decor is maroon and gray then you will probably be ok….but for a pair of socks it’s really a premium price.