Despite a 4 1/2 inch foam sole, these shoes don't have much cushion. The sides are high towards the back of the shoes and rub uncomfortably against my ankle bones. I improved both issues by purchasing padded insoles, adding $10 to the cost of the shoes.

Very cute, nice height, very stable. The polyurethane upper is good looking as far as manmade materials go, but it's stiff. I think leather would be more comfortable.

UPDATE 2015: I changed my 4 star rating to a 3 because in the 4 years I've owned them, I find I rarely wear these because they're not that comfortable, even with the added insoles. Friends have worn this style too and also found them uncomfortable.