got a pair of black patent. tho it is shown as dark brown in pictures, it is eventually "black". According to the review, I god half-size bigger. However, it turns out to be slightly bigger than my regular sandals. I am 5'5, 115lb with shoe size 7.5. I would recommend to go with the true size if you are close to my body weight and height. The strings at the front is very comfortable and can be stretched easily, which may lead to another half size bigger later....:( I need to get a pair of gels to put at the front to see if the size issue can be fixed. Overall, great material, decent details and leather handling, stable and solid heels, true to the size. I am very surprised to have a pair like this at the price listed here since it definitely worth at least $60-70 here at LA.