The sole is lightweight and the heel a perfect height but to use a rockhard material in an area where you have to bend the foot - is beyond logic. Anyone selling shoes online should provide free return shipping. Im happy I decided to give this rack a chance! It looks slightly not as good as original but it works well; listeners have no problem understanding me and for the price it is worth it. I saw the reviews and I may get gorilla glue in case the bows and hearts fall off. these cushions installed in seconds, and do an excellent job at forming a seal, I just tried a different set of cushions these are significantly superior. IF it was FULLY WELDED it would have served its intended purpose! Like the product had an issue but seller made right Other brands like Childrens Place lasts much longer. I first purchased a pair for my son for his new iPhone.