"The black is not black AT ALL! It is a slate grey. I was looking for a black riding boot, and was really happy with my order at first. But when I received it the quality isn't so great. The color for one is not Black, cuff over the knee is loose, the leather is stiff and the buckle is too bulky. It looks more sleeker online, I am returning this at the DSW store. Bummed wish it was black."