Beginning with the sound it is spectacular the levels of low and treble that allows you to use it is spectacular, its construction is of very good quality. But that was before these. Also, there is a rubber band around the front of the shoe, is this for style? All I know is that the rubber band does what rubber bands do, SQUISH! Gave to my daughter who has very thin feet, and the said the toe loop rubbed skin raw. Each box is also high enough to hold a pair of high top or high heeled shoes. Im going back to Walmarts cheaper fur slipper; I got almost 3 yrs. As cute as this towel rack is I was disappointed in the quality. If the edge was moved back toward the arch, it wouldnt peel up as easily. The only problem Ive had with them is the ties on the back. The zippers function well.