"The pictures made me think that the boot was going to extend farther up my ankle and that the heel was taller, but the heel is a true 2 1/2 inches. I do like these shoes - they're cute and versatile, although they seem to have gotten a bit scuffed in the shipping process. I haven't yet broken them in, but the ankle area seems like it might be slightly uncomfortable. All in all, a great bootie, but I'm not completely sure it's worth the $70 yet."