I just love these shoes.  They have a much higher heel than what I usually wear, but they're surprisingly comfortable.  I mean, you're not gonna be running marathons in them, but no problem wearing them all day at work.  The color is a very rich brown, a little lighter than the picture shows, like the color of a chestnut brown racehorse.  Really beautiful, and they do stand out.  I received compliments the first day I wore them.  Plus they're Kenneth Cole so the quality is awesome.  Great buy!