Just high enough to be sexy but not make me the tallest person in the room. I took a look at the lining of the shoe: its a rough plastic surface like sandpaper that instantly abrades the skin right off your feet. I’ve never been told I have exceptionally small ear holes. The concept this is how our own concept of "demon" might have started is entirely feasible if you believe that our early ancestors may have been visited by ancient aliens. And I like that velour because they keep their shape and you can just slip your foot in. Really nice and comfortable, just think you should order the next lower size you are presently using, sadly I had to return my order because of that. I got this soundbar for the bedroom, I have a 55-inch tv and wanted to make the audio better because the Vivio speakers have a lot to be desired. Very comfortable, “tighter” fit than a different model I previously owned, nevertheless very happy and using them every day at the moment. 5 in other shoes. A rare fail from Mackie.