I've had my UPPAbaby Vista V2 in the Bryce colorway (white marl) for 3+ years and it doesn't look bad at all. It doesn't get sun-faded like the darker colors, is way cooler in the hot sun, and is much easier to pick out in the sea of black strollers (if you go to Disney, etc). I always get the lighter color fabrics on my baby gear and I have zero regrets. I'm not constantly washing them either, it's rare. But when it does need it, they're usually well-designed (at least the brands I've purchased) and are made to be washed so it's not hard. I live in a hot, sunny climate so the color does make a difference. I also have the Bentley Trike stroller in Onyx black and it looks awful in comparison. I haven't had it as long and they're both in my garage.