This is the tallest pair of shoes I own; I just can't do the tall-tall heels.  But these have been perfect for me - easy to walk in, comfortable for a heeled shoe.  I get compliments on them all the time.  I especially like how they look with a knee-length pencil skirt.  The quality is excellent.  I bought them in April 2010 (two and a half years ago) in black leather and they are holding up very well.  They still look great with just the occasional polishing.