Well these are a tough shoe to review! The first pair I ordered was a size 8.5. I always wear size 8 or if I want a bit more room or depending on the manufacturer I may go up to 8.5. I ordered an 8.5 and they were definitely too small. I returned (free return, including the shipping!) and ordered the size 9. They now fit great and I have to say they are very nicely made. Very cute, well stitched, good, solid sole etc. They fit comfortably on my calves which are approximately 15.5" (too wide for many boots like this). They fit with a pair of leggings on, my be a bit too small for jeans but I haven't tried yet. I got the wine color with the "suede" and the color is perfect and quality looks like real leather and suede although it is not. Now for the down side. Others have not exaggerated. They STINK!!!! Horrible chemical smell from the second I opened the box. Since I am buying them at the end of the "boot season" I am okay with it because I have put them outside to air out and assume the smell will fade. I may even try some Febreze and see if it helps. Aside from that they are so nice and the price is amazing so I am ordering another pair in brown.