Though these are four-inch heels, they are comfortable and I can walk smoothly in them. I ordered half a size up from my usual 8, and that seems to have been a good idea. I find them exactly the right width as well. I may put in a gel if I need to be in them for more than 3 or 4 hours, but they're really not too bad. Also, they're beautiful to wear--they look elegant, and I'm ecstatic to find pretty pumps that are NOT platforms (have always thought platforms were unflattering and goofy-looking). Thanks Nine West and Amazon!