This shoe is for the serious heel wearer. I wouldn't recommend it as a "first heel" but if you are used to 4 in. heels, you can "graduate" to this one; it may take a bit to refine your walk though because of the height of the heel. When measured, the heel is 5 1/2 in. tall. Fit is good, but I would recommend going up 1/2 to 1 full size if you normally wear a 3 1/2 in. heel; you will need the extra room in the toe box. Arch support is good.
Rating: [4 of 5 Stars!]