From Nordstrom’s long-standing 1901 brand, the materials and build quality of these chukkas outpace similarly-priced competition. Quality of the suede is the most impressive thing about these boots. The more structured build makes them especially easy to dress up, but, like any chukkas, they look great worn casually as well. Versatilely shaped. Grippy, Danite-like sole. Color is light-medium brown. Condition: Like new! No flaws to speak of, other than the laces, which are cheap but good looking boot laces, replacing the also cheap but good looking dress laces the boots came with. It would be easy to swap out a different style lace if you wish. They have been sprayed several times with suede weather protection since I got them.