I bought these a few years ago and used them only once for a presentation. I won't be wearing them in the future as I have ankle problems now. I don't see any imperfections except there is some discoloration, which I'm assuming is glue or something from the shoe on the inside of the left toe portion of the left shoe. These have a 0.5" platform and a 4.5" heel. Comes from a smoke-free home