I really love these sandals! I am a true 8.5 (wide) and these fit true to size, if anything, maybe a smidge big, i think i could have gotten away with an 8, mainly because i have short toes. They are super comfy! Even with having a wide foot, they fit right out of the box, i didn't have to adjust to make them looser. I suspect they will stretch and wear a little over time, so it's nice to have the additional holes to adjust. Can't speak to the durability or how long they will last as mine are brand new. Will update if there are any issues.