Synthetic Shoes on Tisha B'Av

Question

Is it permissible to wear shoes made of synthetic leather (on Tisha B'Av)?

Answer

It is permitted to wear synthetic shoes. However, not the type of shoes that are normally worn.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chayim 554:1

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