I am normally a women's 8 or 7 1/2 (USA), and I purchased the size 8 and they fit perfect! I did not have any blisters or uncomfortable "breaking in" period, but I was in the military and my feet are used to combat boots so perhaps that is why. I highly recommend these! The color is beautiful and they make such a statement. Fashionable, tough, and yet cute. These also are rugged and can be used for tougher terrain than a college campus (which is where I usually wear mine).