These do fit half a size too small. I typically wear a 9 but based on the reviews I ordered a 9.5. My second toe is longer than the others and it still hung off the edge even going a half size up so I ordered a 10 and it was too big. I would really need more like a 9.75 for the length to fit right, LOL. These shoes are very well made and fairly comfortable for as tall as they are. However, I have a very narrow foot and while they would work for appearances, I don't feel comfortable stepping on the pageant stage with them since they don't hold my foot in place perfectly. I found a Giani Bini shoe at Dillards that is slightly shorter and hugs my narrow foot better so I feel much more confident in them. The one thing I do love about these Teaser shoes is the color. It blends very well with a tan skin tone which really elongates the leg. I have purchased and tried on multiple pageant shoes and none have been as perfect of a color as these. I am very sad they didn't work out for me becauase I do have many friends who own them and they absolutely love them. They are extremely well made.