I was looking for a while for a nude pump that didn't make me tower above people. Also, who thinks 5 inch heels are comfortable? Maybe I'm just old-school, but I'm 25 and I hate sky-high platforms.

Welcome to my life, Nine West Selene. The taupe color is much more of a "nude" than the natural. I am a standard size 8, but ordered down half a size and was happy I did. As other reviewers mentioned, the heel slips a bit, but nothing a heel grip won't fix, and given the other options out there for a low nude platform shoe, it's a small price to pay.

I also love the fact that it is a stacked heel. Overall, the only other comparable shoes are Cole Haan pumps that retail for $210, so this was an easy choice. A bit on the pricey side, but nude goes with everything, so I'm  a happy camper.