I am used to wearing shoes/boots with a platform and high heel.  So the higher the better. I saw these boots months ago, but did not want to pay full price for them. I waited until they were on sale. I am very pleased with them.  I expect shoes or boots to hurt a little when they're new.  These boots are so comfortable!!!  I went up a half size (I normally do that with boots).  I wore the boots all day, and they're easy to walk in.  They feel like a pair of boots that I've worn for a couple of years. Once again, Jessica Simpson's footwear doesn't disappoint.