These boots are well-designed and well-constructed. The renowned Vionic support is in there. Love the black suede, love the stylish fringe! Heel is not too high, not too low --  a good height. Have received many compliments on them. Only thing I don't like is that I cannot wear them all day -- maybe just 4-6 hrs depending on how much standing/walking I have to do. After that, my toes hurt. I think it's because the toes of the boots are somewhat pointed, giving my toes less room, and my feet slide forward in them when standing/walking. Overall, I really like them.