These shoes are super cute! I read over the views and decided to get them in size 8 1/2. I am a size 7 1/2 to 8 normally, but will get an 8- 81/2 when it comes to wedges and dress shoes. I figured a little more room would be beneficial. The 8 1/2s were a tad bit big, and I had to tighten the strap on the back a bit. I wore them for about 5 hrs for the first time a few days ago. They were overall uncomfortable, but the area where the flowers are did start to hurt just a little. This was likely from my foot sliding forwards and creating the pressure. I would definitely purchase again, and I wish the came in more colors like nude and red. The box they came in were cute as well. These are my first pair of Chinese Laundry shoes.