These sandals are higher than I expected. They are really, unbelievably cute. They are a little uncomfortable but most platforms are so I didn't really expect much else. You have to be used to being able to walk in them. The material rubs on my ankle a little bit but only on one side, so it might be fine for others. I still think they were worth getting because they are very cute and very true-to-size and go well with most outfits. I just wouldn't recommend wearing them for prolonged periods of time or walking really far in them.