I have had these shoes for a few months, I have had several opportunities to wear these booties and I have been very happy!  The leather is very soft and even though the shoes add a lot to your height, they are very comfortable. The platform makes it perfect.  I recently was away on a business trip and these shoes satisfied all my wardrobe needs.  Looked great with my business suit and with my skinny leg jeans. Perfect fit, no break in time needed.