I got these in the pewter color. I did not appreciate in the pictures how shiny they were. (Although looking back, you can kinda tell) They are really shiny. The straps, sole, everything. There is this tacky faux finish on the heel. The look was just very cheap and costumey.The black looks like it might be nice if it was not for that awful white heel. Comfort wise, they were not horrible for 3½ inch heels with no padding or arch support. The heel is decently balanced, but not perfect. Perhaps it is a little bit too far under the foot. I am sending them back.