These look like they might be cute withe the ruffle, but the ruffle stretches out when you put them on and all but disappears.  They almost look like a sneaker, but not quite, so pairing them with office clothes is a bit iffy.  The worst part is that they are super narrow and wobbly at the heel (which is at least an inch and a half high (but it's internal,so you can't tell from the picture).  I bought a pair because they were discounted, and I'll probably keep them, but honestly, they are ugly, narrow, and wobbly. Last season's Danskos were awesome; can't wait for next season cause these are definitely not worth keeping around as a style line.