I love a nice heel, but for practicality, I can't go higher than this size heel.  In addition to the reasonable heel height, the toe box is pointed but does not pinch my toes.  The sole is rubber, which has better traction and absorbs the pounding on the pavement.  Finally, the insole is lightly padded.<br /><br />This is the perfect style - classic and certainly not frumpy because red heels can never be frumpy.  I am a professional, so some heels are too high, or too evening wear looking, or just look cheap. These are great and I imagine they will be well loved.