These boots are listed as leather and I would only caution that it's very thin leather on a tricot lining but does seem to be actual leather. The color is an interesting cool taupe which I haven't seen around much and the fit is very good, true to size, fits the calf (mine are probably about average calf size at 13" and 15" with thin jeans) so they stay up and create a very nice sillhouette. The hardware seems fairly well made and the sole is a thin but cushy rubber type with a harder rubber heel so they haven't got much in the way of support but are comfortable to walk in. I bought a half size larger than usual for room in case I needed to add a liner but so far they fit okay even a little large. Nothing rubbed on the first wearing so they were good out of the box. One other caution: they seem a little fragile so I will have to see how well they last but otherwise, early signs are good and they look great on.