The first time I wore these to a reception other people could not take their eyes off them. I received many compliments. These are striking, high-quality leather shoes, made in Italy. The fit is true to size. The heels are a little high, but "il faut souffrir pour tre belle," right? In fact, they are pretty comfortable for high heels, but I probably wouldn't be able to wear them all day. The color is beautiful: a rich ruby red. Because they are such high quality, they have a professional but confident-sexy vibe to them -- looking good and don't I know it! --- rather than a slutty vibe. Let me be clear: they are NOT slutty. But my husband loves them. Great shoes for dress-up occasions -- they'll make you feel like a million dollars. They would also look extremely good with skinny jeans. I'm a stylish 50+ British woman living in St Louis.