I bought one of these at an anime convention last year but had to forego more bc they were pretty expensive. I also found them in stores like Hot Topic and Lunchbox, but again pretty expensive. However, I kept thinking about all the different colors and wanting more for myself but also for some friends that I finally found this website and just had to take advantage of the incredibly better price (and that they were brand-new and not handled by a bunch of people). I bought 5 at random hoping that even if I got repeats or ones I already owned, that I could give them away as gifts to friends. By pure luck I not only got no repeats but the exact ones I had been eyeing. I'm thrilled! They are brand-new in package, just as lovely if not moreso than when I bought them in stores. Even without the wholesale they are leagues cheaper than the inflated price in stores, so it is well worth shipping to get several. I love these so much - immensely soft, great material that feels soft, and cute stitching. Hilariously I don't even like macarons: but for once in my life, I can love these colorful desserts!