Beautiful black shiny leather, made in Italy and purchased in Italy boots. These fit me like a glove with stockings on- and I am an 8.5 shoe size. I recommend purchasing these if you are a size 8. Beautiful thick leather soles, there is enough room for your foot to slide right in ( no zippers, and up to the knee. Soles are in near perfect condition, and do is the leather ( just a few non-noticeable nicks) - beautiful durable leather, not very heavy boots- great for running around in spring and fall!Almost 2.5” heels.