Just received my boots.  After a minor incident where the boots got lost in the mail (Areatrend immediately refunded my money and offered free two day shipping should I want to place a new order- big kudos for Areatrend!), I just received my boots this morning and I love them.  They do run a bit large.  I am an 8.5 -going by the reviews, I ordered the 8 and even with (normal) socks they are still a bit roomy.  But I would much prefer this than tight.  I plan on getting some inserts, to make them more comfortable for all day wear, and I'm sure it will help them become more fitted. Hunter doesn't carry half sizes, so those of you who use half sizes, definitely go down. Otherwise, I would personally just order your regular size. I did not like the way it was packaged, though. The Hunter box was shipped in a bag (which was not sealed- very weird) and the box which I can tell is very cute, was damaged being shipped here.  I like to keep my shoes in their boxes, but I am not going to be able to keep this one. However, the boots were not damaged at all.  They seem authentic, and considering that these normally run at $150.00, I know this was a good deal.  Rain, go ahead and bring it!