I normally do not have to order wide shoes. I have always worn normal width 9.5D shoes. I ordered these shoes at the normal width (9.5D) and could barely get my foot into it. Returned them and ordered a 10D size. I could get my foot into these but felt tight on the sides. I thought they would loosen up, but after a week of uncomftable wear, I gave them away (could not return them in used condition). I ordered a wider version of this shoe. Hopefully the fit will be proper as these shoes really are very comfortable when the size is correct.