This pair of shoes look sharp. I would prefer leather, but this is a good imitation of leather. Not sure how this material will hold up, though. The perforations on the toes and around the shoes do not go all the way through, so it may be a hot house inside. The soles should hold up pretty well, they are synthetic and have non skid lines across the heel and the sole. The shoes are definitely functional and comfortable, but in the heat could be almost unbearable. From my experience, man made material meant to look like leather just is not as durable. But they look nice and will stretch more than the same style in cordovan leather,