First, I have to say that my daughter doesn't really like them, she said they are too "moon bootish" whatever that means. We have really similar taste and I really do like them. I was super excited about them until I got her reaction so I think I will have to let that go and go back to "I really like them". That being said, they are a little lighter color than I had hoped they would be but still fine, I got the lightest color. Based on other reviews, I got them half a size bigger and they fit nicely. I don't know if I needed the half size but they aren't sloppy on my feet so it's all good. I didn't experience any of the stinky that another reviewer mentioned and believe me I have the nose of a hunting dog, smells are a thing for me. They don't stand out as not leather, not plasticy looking, you could easily guess either way.  Overall, I am really happy with them.