Wore this to a 10hr workday all day to break them in and they were not bad at all (it is a desk job with taking the stairs multiple times a day). Heel height is about 3.5”, not crazy high but not low either. Quite comfy to walk in for shorter periods. Looks SO sleek and sophisticated. Buckle is adjustable, but it is a swan closure for easy on and off access (see 3rd picture)