OMG, the Miu Mius are almost exactly like some I had in 9th grade, I am not joking. Except mine didn't have the snakeskin -- but they were some sort of textured dark red with bone. I also had a black/ white pair like spectators. The heel wasn't bad because of the platform, and the soles were made of some almost spongy stuff so you felt a bit like you were springing up in the air when you walked.
I hope the Aldos work -- they are fun.