I didn't purchase my boots from Amazon.com because I found a SCREAMING deal on eBay, but I want to review them here anyway.  These boots are gorgeous (I got dark brown).  The heel has a nice internal feature - a padded sole!  They're clearly well-crafted and I can see how, with proper care, these will last a lifetime.  HOWEVER, they run small.  I typically wear a 7.5 and I ordered an 8 so I can wear thick socks.  They're tight, even ordering a size up.  But fabulous.  Beauty is pain.  I'm never taking these off...  :)