I have really high arches and at 57 cannot wear high heels anymore - I bought a beautiful dress and went into denial and ordered a bunch of shoes with heels at least 2" or a little bit more but I just can't do it, I was miserable after just walking around my kitchen - these shoes are pretty, the sequins are a little tacky looking and the heel is of course that little bit of old lady look, but overall they are not bad.  I felt at ease walking in them, from the side they look great and they are comfy!  These are a toss up with a pair of gorgeous toe-in sandals with a 1/2 inch heel for comfort. Can't make up my mind!