I bought these boots because I'm going to be New 52 Batwoman at a comicon and needed boots to go with my PVC costume. I opted for these and I'm really ecstatic with my choice! They're precisely as pictured in their staple red, they're comfortable, have a great heel for walking around in (like I will be those two days), and I love the shine! :) The only reason they don't make the full five stars cut is because of the sizing issue. Had I not read the past reviews on here before buying them, I woulSee full review