The wedge heel was developed by Salvatore Ferragamo in the 1930s. The fashion of the time called for height. Wedges offered the height and were easier to walk in than skinny high heels. Women wore heels to make their legs look longer and their bodies thinner but encountered many detrimental experiences. Wedges offered them more support, greater balance, less falls, less foot pain or ankle problems. With wedges your weight is dispersed more evenly on your foot. Contemporary designers have re-imagined the throwback wedge into a chic and trendy style.This Kate Spade New York brand gives you a 3.75” wedge heel, rich “slinky” burgundy patent leather, a slip on style, rounded toe, leather outsole, lightly padded leather inside, and was made in Italy. Last photo show wear on bottom of soles consistent with preowned wear. Keep in mind the rest of the shoe is in excellent preowned condition.