I bought these because I needed a pair of walking/work shoes that looked professional, weren't super pricey and...dare I say, were actually cute. These are exactly that: comfortable enough to walk around in, professional/discrete yet fashionable. The heel is higher than my other work shoes, but is still comfortable and the adjustable laces are handy as I have a wide foot. I wouldn't wear them if I had to stand all day, however, because the heel is too high. I took other reviewers' advice and ordered a half size bigger. I normally wear an 8.5 but opted for the 9 instead and I'm very glad I did.

However, after wearing these shoes a few times a week for 3 weeks, the heel tip from one of the shoes popped off and the insole is loose inside both shoes. Bummer. Another reviewer complained about the shoes being cheaply made and since encountering problems after less than a month of moderate use, I'm beginning to agree. You get what you pay for. They're still comfortable to wear, but now I have to pay to have them fixed :(