I bought these for a wedding I was going to.  After receiving these in the mail, I tried them on and probably wore them around the house for a few minutes.  They looked great and felt great.  I didn't put them back on until the wedding (Aug. 22nd).  After wearing them for a few hours, I took off the right shoe to scratch an itch on my foot and I noticed on a small section of the shoe (located by my right toe) that was cracked and peeling.  Truly disappointed for a Franco Sarto shoe.  Of course, I am 8 days past the time frame I could return them or I would be happy to exchange them. So, buyer beware!