I wore these first shoes almost every day from May to mid-July. Since I took them to daycare, there's some sand left, and the toes are noticeably scuffed. I washed them in the washing machine before listing them. (I've washed them about 4 times in total.) The insoles are removable. There is no box, so they will be shipped in simple packaging. I attached a name tag, so I didn't use stickers or write directly on them. It's said that shoes that support the ankles are good for babies who are just starting to walk because their feet are soft, so I loved using these mid-cut shoes. They are very stable. They open wide, making them easy to put on.