I was looking for a good pair of basic black pumps to go with everyday work outfits and these are it! When they first arrived and I tried them on, they were very snug (I had order a 1/2 size larger too). I brought them to work the next day along with a spare pair of shoes, as I usually do when breaking in a new pair of heels, but it turns out I didn't even need the spare pair! The shoes stretched a little and seemed to form to my size and they are extrememly comfortable for a pair of heels. I love these shoes. I wish they came in red too!