"Love the look of these and the footbed is cushioned suede, very comfortable. The laces are coated (cotton?) shoelaces and they don't stay up the leg very far, but as long as you tie them fairly tightly and don't try to lace them much past your ankle, they stay up. BUT THE SIZING! I've had many pairs of Doc Martens and have always worn size 8 (US sizing). But these run a full size too long. The width is adjustable because of the lacing. I wish I had exchanged them for a 7 before wearing them because I realized (once out the door on the sidewalk) that there is way too much extra shoe beyond my toes. SIZE DOWN...and enjoy!"