We love Attilio Giusti Leombruni (AGL for short) and his very feminine functional styles that breathe Italian shoe-making tradition. This is a great oxford for the fall/winter, wet spring season. Most patent leathers are stiff and uncomfortable, but the patent leather on this lace up oxford is extremely flexible, allowing for maximum comfort. 2.25 inch heel, with extra support and padding, as with all AGL shoes, they are perfect for gals with narrow hard to fit feet. European Sizing, runs true to size- again, great for narrow feet!