Wore these for a few of my clinical rotations while in nursing school. They have been machine washed on the sanitize cycle. They still have lots of wear left in them. Original website description: “The BALA Twelves Nocturnal Black Athletic Shoe are stylish, supportive, and made to endure even the longest shift. Inspired by nurses who stand on their feet all day, these easy-to-clean, fluid-resistant sneakers work double time to keep you one step ahead.”