I was a little worried about the price, but these were so comfortable I initially purchased 3 pair about 5 years ago. I have since realized that if you factor in the number of times you can and will wear these the price is a steal. I've purchase a couple more pair since and a full never never goes by when I don't wear one of my AGL's at least once. I probably never would have chosen these if not for one of the famously wonderful salespeople in the store - thank you, Nordstrom for introducing me to these work staples!