Pretty cute, but the leather is very matte.. I prefer a shinier leather, but for the price I can't complain. A slightly shorter heel would make these much more comfortable and practical for extended periods of walking, but if you are accustomed to walking in heels, you'll find these quite comfortable. There was no breaking in period necessary, no blisters, etc.  I have very skinny ankles, so they are a little big, but I have received many compliments on them. But that may be b/c I usually wear frumpy, flat practical shoes in general and my coworkers are excited I am bumping it up a notch in general.