These shoes are pretty amazing. For the price they're comfortable and adorable, exactly as pictured! (I got the shiny patent black) THESE ARE TRUE TO SIZE! I followed the sizing guide and it recommended a size 9 (I have wider feet) and they fit well, I probably would have been fine with an 8.5 even. Theres no need to compensate and go a size up. Only slight issue I had was they did have a strong plastic smell when I initially opened the box but the smell has already gone away so its not a lingering issue!