Thanks for the clarification Ian! The probability of getting permission to get a pair or two just went up. Of course, it is easier to ask for forgiveness rather than permission.
I can't wait to see what the outdoor color (colour ) options are. If the options include anything close to an almond color, it's a done deal. (Especially if my wife has any input.) If not, I'm easily persuaded toward other color options. It's all about the music, right?