These boots have turned out way better than I expected. I read the reviews and was a little worried about how many of them said the boot was cut small as well as the manufacturer themselves saying to order a size up, but I ordered them anyway since they were a Lightning Deal. I'm so glad I did! I wear a 7.5 normally and usually always go up to an 8 for any type of boot I wear, so I can wear thicker socks if need be, but I only had a choice of ordering in a 7.5. I figured if they were too small or too tight I could just return them. They turned out to be a great purchase. They fit perfect, are comfortable and have pretty decent arch support and there is plenty of room in the toe area. I hate having squished toes! I can wear my thick socks without any worry of my feet feeling like they are being strangled to death after a 10hr work day. I also really like how they look, I ordered the purple and I have actually had many compliments on them, surprisingly. I have also had the chance to already wear them the day after a snow/ice/sleet storm and they kept my feet nice and dry and kept me from slipping on all the ice that was coating everything. They are very sturdy and seem really well made, nothing about this shoe seems cheap except for the price I got them for, which makes me and my feet, happy campers! I have to say I like these better than my Merrell hiking boots. I would not hesitate to order this brand again, which I already have. I bought a pair of water shoes and a pair of hiking shoes all in the same 7.5 size. Definitely recommend!