Let me first say that I am not at all a heel-wearer. I purchased these shoes to wear to a family member's red carpet movie premiere, and even after hours of walking, standing, and posing for pictures, they were comfortable. Now, don't get me wrong, my feet were a little tired by the end of the night, simply because I'm not accustomed to wearing anything other than flats, but there was none of the pinching, cramping, or pain that I've gotten before from wearing shoes that are ill-fitting or just plain uncomfortable. I usually have problems with buying shoes at a reasonable price because my feet are size 11 and narrow, so I was very impressed by the comfort level. The buckles across the top allowed me to achieve a more comfortable fit, and the insoles kept my feet from sliding around inside the shoes. The platform and great padding help make these officially the most comfortable heels I've ever worn. I can't wait to treat myself to another pair of Nayas!