I have a love-hate relationship with compression hose but in the final analysis, I need them so I put up with the heat in summer and just carry on. ? I like the Activa brand, they don't scream 'old lady hose' and yet give good support. I've had great luck with how long they last and FWIW, I don't baby them. They're washed in the machine with a regular light load and air dried.This order said they wouldn't be delivered until December 29th-January 4th. Not a huge concern as I was ordering a pair for when one of my old pairs is too worn out. Imagine my surprise and delight when they arrived today ..... in the normal 2 day Prime shipping AND during the Christmas rush. A pleasant surprise indeed!