We had faded jeans... now it's shoes?

Kenneth Cole Reaction Barder photo from zappos.com

I saw these shoes at Macy's and they looked scuffed and worn out. I loved it! So I bought it. A lot complimented on my shoes. Then I found the picture on the left from zappos.com and the color/leather looked brand new and unworn. Then in the reviews section, people complain about the color fading too easily. Was it not supposed to be that way? Like how I like my jeans, faded and looking worn?

Now I want to buy this pair below. Should I get pewter or black?