These are not the best socks for  a woman with smaller feet. I wear a size 6 shoe and the socks are a little too large in the heel. And the fabric isn't soft -- a little coarse, especially considering how many really soft, comfortable socks are on the market. On the thin rather than thick side, so not the best for wearing with boots. I'm keeping them in hopes they shrink a bit and although intended for ankle boots, I'll  change plans and use them for sneakers.