I bought the Artisan Gold boots on super sale and am not disappointed. While I don't usually wear heels, I've been wearing these boots all day without any discomfort. That includes walking to the subway! The finish crackled into orange as soon as I creased any part of the boot. While initially that worried me, from eye level it looks just fine for that "broken in" look. These fit just right over skinny jeans and look super hot with tights and skirts. And I love not having to worry about puddles or slush! Highly recommend these for those who want a bit of height without throwing out their backs. I'm a 9/9.5 and went for the 9.5 for a perfect fit.