This shoe is very pleasing to the eye, both on and off the foot.  The proportions are well balanced and the curves are elegant -- looks high quality all around.  The 3.5" heel is the perfect medium between sexy and professional, and the .5" platform goes a long way to relieve some of the pressure.

Unfortunately, I had to send them back because the strap kept slipping off as I walked.  I ordered a 9.5 (my feet vary 9.5-10) which fit in the toe but was slack at my heel, even with the strap cinched all the way.  Adding an insert at the ball of the foot helped, but that just made the toebox too small (my feet are wide).  It sounds like other reviewers find them comfy, so the fit issue may just be me.  I'm giving it 4 stars overall - just mind the strap. :)