This is a fabulous brand new pair of Via Spiga black vachetta leather 3.25 inch high heel sandals. They are almost 10 inches long from front to back, and have an adjustable silver buckle for closure, and a  "T" strap shape.The back area around the heel feels soft like suede. It may be suede or sueded leather. I can't say for sure. It wraps around the ankle so that there is no blistering. This is a great looking sandal for the summer months. It can be worn dressy, or more casually with great jeans and a sweater. In the winter, it can be worn for cocktail parties, a not too formal wedding or engagement party, a fancy dinner etc. The shoes come from Nordstrom.