They are suede wtaerproof boots of Keen brand. They look too manly to be fashnionable on a woman. but they are comfy and suede was always a favourite shoes of mine growing up. In theory, they should definitely be treated if I will walk in puddles. But I mostl walk in snow deep only so that works. Suede boots dont work in snow in quebec. You need leather in Quebec, ah ah ah....suede IS leather.