I purchased these because they look similar to my dance shoes (Argentine Tango), and the style does not disappoint. I don't recommend them if you are not used to rather high heels, as these are just that, with a limiting platform of only about 1/2 inch (not the standard inch). I am normally a 10 in Nine West heels, but these were too long, so I'm going to the 9.5 and ordering the black AND the wine color. Sturdy construction, but the suede is forgiving, so it's a decent heel for bunion girls. There is some wear you can expect to the crystals where the straps overlap at the cris-cross--they are not fastened together, but this makes it easier for you to get your foot into them. Apart from the sizing, I love them.