I bought these boots for a trip to NY in December 2014.  I had these same boots previously but wore them out because they were so comfortable.  My expectations were high because I believed I was getting the same quality Bandolino boots that I had before.  Well, I was absolutely wrong.  The quality of these boots were awful and in fact the manmade material started peeling off after having worn the boots just hours.  I ended up throwing them away after having worn them once.  I am giving the boots only because I can't give o stars.  I definitely would not recommend these boots at any cost.  I pair I had previously were leather and were purchased at Macy's.