Marc Joseph leather loafers are made from soft, scented leather. Leather is not only used for the upper, but also for the inside of the loafers and the insole. The outsole is made of flexible and pliable rubber. Overall, these loafers are much more comfortable than a similar pair of Sperry shoes that I own. Not only are they comfortable all day long, but they are also very well made. The leather upper is well made and everything looks and feels premium. The style of these moccasins is simple and classic and should go well with jeans or trousers. The black leather contrasts beautifully with the white sole and the gold stitching. When shopping for these loafers, you'll probably want to go a half size or a full size smaller than usual. I wear size 10.5" trainers and size 9.5-10 casual shoes, and a size 10 is too big for these Marc Joseph loafers. They don't fall off my feet when I walk, but they are far from secure. My heels slip off easily if I don't walk slowly. Luckily, I was able to solve this problem by wearing two pairs of socks. Generally, comfortable and attractive, but large.