"I have to say, these shoes are very comfy to me. I got them for my eighth grade graduation and my mom was very strict about the height of the heel, but thankfully they passed the test. They are almost a 4 inch platform. For me it is higher then it looks in the picture, which is fine for me :). Anyway I love the strap on the back, the sequins are great it adds a little bit of shine when you walk. I can run in these and I don't fall over and break my ankle so they are 100% safe. Now I advise anyone to go to the store to get these because usually I am a 5 and half in other brands but I was a six in this one. I would totally recommend this! It is great ."