Real leather this is the gray pair which is still black, but they have a black pair which makes these look gray ,only worn these boots one time to the store and they are absolutely comfortable. Just trying to downsize my collection size 7 1/2 but I feel they could fit a size 8 also because they fit me and I am size 7 1/2 or 8 or 38 Eur. The actual zipper is on the outside of the boot, which is cute and different and they’re flexible souls there’s like slits on the side of the souls naked feet is actually known for their comfort. Boots did retail at $258 and they are real genuine leather.