First, these run a size large on me.  As a man size 9.5 I had to get a size 8.5 in these.  The problem with getting these too large is they will look like clown shoes, so you really need to size them right.  They essentially have their own sizing system since the design is so old.  Get the smallest you can that isn't uncomfortable.

Second, the "burgundy" Converse is really more of a eggplant purple.  Too purple for me, so I used some orange ("Tangerine") Rit dye which, when combined with the eggplant purple of the shoe, turned them a deep blood red which I really like.  Follow the instructions on the dye and you'll be fine.

Finally, these aren't really comfortable shoes.  They offer no support and I believe they're overpriced.  However, I own three pair and they're fun to wear when you want something different and aren't walking far.