hell no, it's not about a lack of originality... i wear 'em cuz they're cute with most outfits and cuz they're the most comfortable shoes out there to dance in... yeah, a lot of people have 'em... but then again, a lot of people wear adidas, pumas, nikes, and a lot also wear the same stiletto camel-colored or black boots... so as for lack of originality--in this highly commercialized world where everything is mass-produced, complete uniqueness is impossible!... unless u MAKE your own pair of shoes, that is.