"Seriously, the pictures do not do them justice, because online they look somewhat boring. However, the platform and heel create a majorly elongated, sexy leg. These shoes are made of a smooth, pliable leather, which means they breathe and break-in in easily. They also run a bit large. I ordered a 9.5 (I'm closer to a 10), and there was still ample room in the toe box.
Just to put it in perspective, I put these on and my husband said, "Whoa, honey. Those are hot!" And the most my husband ever says is that's something's "fine.""