THE NAOT SHOESARE MADE IN ISRAEL ,THEY ARE MAN MADE , AND VERY WELL MADE THEY ARE MADE TO LAST A GOOD WHILE .THEY HAVE ZIPPERS ON BOTH SIDES FOR EASY ON AND OFF ,THEY ALSO HAVE BUCKLES ON THEM VERY CUTE SHOES THEY ARE SUEDE ,BLACK. size 8 THE SOLES ON THE BOTTOMS ARE LIKE NEW , AS YOU CAN SEE IN THE PICTURES. THANKSThe naot meltemi is a trendy bootie with double zippers for accessibility. this style features a removable decorative fringe. the meltemi has a padded heel cup and instep for ultimate comfort. this boot has padded technical lining for comfort, warmth and moisture absorption. naot's removable, anatomic cork and latex footbed is wrapped in microfiber and leather and molds to the shape of the foot with wear. the aura collection features a 1.5 inch100% LeatherSynthetic soleRemovable, anatomic cork & latex footbed is wrapped in microfiber & leather and molds to the shape of the foot with wearPadded heel cup & tongue for ultimate comfortHand-sewn stroble construction making it strong and extremely flexiblePolyurethane sole with a metal shank which is extremely lightweightFeatures a removable decorative fringe