I have a 3/4" lift on my right let because of a leg length difference.  I finally resigned myself to wearing mostly boots for this reason. I usually buy Alden black boots, which are expensive and great, but I decided to give these a try after a recommendation from the guy who makes my inserts.

Besides being a tiny bit 'special' looking, they are amazingly comfortable.  They are passable with business-casual attire.  I worked all day on my feet to find that I had no discomfort what so ever with my feet, knees, hips or back.  Initially they felt too comfortable, and I that is why I feared that they might not give enough support.  But after wearing them for around a week without any pain I am convinced that these are supportive shoes. I work on a hard floor all day, running around, and no problems.  They don't feel like boots.  They feel like extremely comfortable yet supportive sneakers.  I paid a great price for them.

The leather is not great quality, but it looks like it might hold up well.  The leather doesn't look like the type of leather that would be polished.

Steele shank is a plus- more support with a longer lasting shoe.

I see myself buying many more pairs of drew shoes.