I also picked these up on Lightning Deal Day for forty-five dollars (a steal) - I got the red ones, and they're beautiful!  While I don't share the complaint about the toe pinch (I have very narrow feet so don't get pinched too often); I have some concerns about the sole and heel tip - they are NOT meant for walking on wood floors!  I am going to have to get some non-skid tape or something to help these along, otherwise I'll be slip-sliding away!  The balance of the shoe is nice - the platform offsets the sky-high heel.  Overall, a good deal, but they'll need some minor adjustments before I walk any distance in them.