Some people commented that they like the fragrance, however I did not and frankly couldnt wait to take a shower. So I tried wrapping a workout towel between the rope and the beam, which helps with protection. I can but not as bad as the brianwaves. Ive had my eye on Birkenstock Londons for a couple years now, but when I saw Amazon carried them with the soft footbed I finally purchased them. While the soundstage is realistic and convincing, it is not as wide as the Sennheiser or the B&W P7. The straps Velcro on both sides of the shoe and because of this they kind of stick out to the sides like wings and it really looks stupid. Holds up well- used on the back of door in bathroom for towels He wears them for Zoom school class and he love the soft earphone covers and the padding on the headband. Works well for the most part but gets stuck under the bed and sometimes is hard to pull out. Definitely you cant wear it during summer time inside or outside the house.