I've solved that problem - thrift store. They've been washed and dried hundreds of times so I know they won't shrink and they average $4 a pair. When I get tired of them, I make a tote bag for a gift for someone and buy another pair. I worked in retail - women's clothing - for years and if I told you that it probably cost them $7 or $8 to have the $179 ones made, you'd really be upset!!! Jan