These are the second pair of JS waleo shoes I ordered (with my third on the way).  They are very comfortable and the platform helps offset the height.  These run a bit big. Or at least the leather versions of this shoe does. My first pair of these shoes were in suede and all the reviews said order a half size up, so I did. Staying with that tip, I ordered a 9 in this shoe too.  It's a bit too big- could have used an 8.5  But will add an insole or heel insert and keep them.