text: I love(d) these Kiraku Tomaki thongs so much that I ordered a second pair in another color about a month after I received the first pair. I love the second pair just as much. The reason for the 1 star rating: just yesterday as I walked across the room, wearing my origin pair of Kiraku Tomaki thongs that are only two months old, the part that fits between the toes &#34;blew out&#34;, of the left thong. I can't wear them anymore. $50 thongs that lasted two months. I'm hoping that I can contact the seller and ask if they'll replace the thongs. I also hope the experience isn't repeated with the second pair.<br />What makes them great is the footbed with the nice ridge for your toes. You don't feel like you're having to work at keeping the thong on your feet. They're nice and secure. Very good quality rubber(ish) footbed and some. Very comfortable and supportive. At least until they fall apart. :(