All right, they're not leather. I knew that when I ordered them. But they can pass, they can pass.. more to the point, they fit nicely. Comfortably. True, as others have stated the heel strap tends toward loose, but overall they do a good job of staying on my feet and the beauty is, they go with everything! So, versatile, reasonably priced, and good quality too. Even if they're not leather. Update: The heel straps do fall down. Impossible to wear anywhere if you're doing any walking. Good if you stand in one place all day, like a lecturer... so, downgrading these as of now.