These shoes are brighter than they appear online (shiny cranberry). They are pretty. They're comfortable. I haven't taken them for an 8 hour walk yet, but I am preparing to with great anticipation. Heel pads will likely be needed as with most high heels these days. you just don't want to go clogging in high heels!!! The remedy for heel slippage, is inexpensive heel pads. Sometimes it isn't a matter of going down a half size...but a simple interior, minor adjustment. :)