These are really good reproductions of Belgian shoes. Only the most discerning person can say that. (The soles are a win-win, but who's looking at your soles?) As others have pointed out, they seem a little too big and a little big for me, but I don't think I could walk for a smaller size. I'll try the heels. If they stretch it might be an issue but I'm willing to take a risk at this price point.