I'm always searching for the perfect heel. I think I found it with Flax--or at least came pretty close! I bought the black leather version, and I couldn't be happier with them. The first time I put these on, I immediately thought how comfortable they are. They fit true-to-size, and the pointed toe is not an issue. The heel is just the right height to elongate the leg, but not cause any pain in the balls of your feet.  The first time I wore them, they rubbed against the inner side of my foot. I was concerned that I would get a blister if I wore them again, but I now think the shoes just needed to be broken in a little. I wore them again the next day, and since then, have had no problems. This is a great classy work shoe. I also think they're pretty sexy, in a hot secretary/librarian way! I may end up putting some Killer Kushionz in these shoes, but only because I plan to wear them to death!