I ordered two pairs of these shoes-one pair of the faux suede and this pair, the black patent faux leather. Before I even opened the boxes, I could smell an awful chemical smell. I put both pairs outside hoping that they would air out. Unfortunately, only the suede pair lost some of its smell. This black pair smelled so bad I didn't even want to leave it in my house! I am returning the black pair for sure and am really disappointed in the product. YUCK!!