These loafers are exactly what I had been looking for: feminine, chic, high-quality, and perfect fit. From the moment I removed them from the box to the moment I wore them for the first time, the experience was a positive one. They're beautiful to behold and comfortable to walk in. I have small, somewhat narrow feet and the 5.5 fits like a glove without being too tight (I wear a 6 in most flats but tend to be 5.5 in any shoes with heels). The leather is soft, and the stacked heel is evident. I truly adore these shoes and look forward to wearing them for many future occasions!

Note: While these shoes are representative of an Italian brand, I did notice a stamp within both shoes that read "Made in China". Now while this didn't warrant a deduction in stars because it's untrue that all products made in China are of poor craftsmanship (as these shoes further prove), I am slightly disappointed that there seems to be an outsourcing of production as I expected Italian shoes to, well, be made in Italy. However, given my experience thus far with this brand, I will likely purchase again as long as quality Italian standards are maintained.