Southbank Tag Platform Sneaker (Women)

I ordered two (2) pair in sizes 7.5 and 8 M. My normal size is 7.5 M. The color was exactly what I was looking for and the style was exceptional. However, I immediately returned them the next day! Why? They felt like I was holding a brick; They were extremely hard to put on even using a shoe horn; one must be extremely careful or you will break your nails. After putting 1 sneaker on the inside felt horrible. There was no arch support and absolutely no cushion. The tongue, in both sizes, was too long. It will definitely push up against the inside of a person ankle area ... thereby eventually causing a bruise. The 7.5 was quite roomy thus I definitely did not require an 8 M. Sometimes, I order two (2) sizes in footwear because I love wearing thick socks in the winter. I could actually wear a size 7 N or M but my right foot is about 1/8 of an inch larger than the left foot. Thus, to avoid even the remote possibility of ruining my feet I always order a size 7.5 M. The design, as stated, was exceptional, and warranted paying $225.00 but these sneakers, without an easier access, arch support, cushion are definitely not worth the money. I would not even want these sneakers for "free." The feel like I'm walking a "carved out" brick. Sorry, but I can't recommend these. BUYERS BE WARE.