I read the reviews about the toe area being short, so I bought my usual size 7.5/38/5 and a size bigger. Both were fine( not much difference), so I went with my usual size (the smaller) returned the other. I guess I have stubby toes- didn't notice a problem. I have somewhat narrow feet with high arches. This style works so well for me, it doesn't chaf anywhere, width is correct, and the foot bed provides some arch support. The bottoms are non-slip. So far, I'm really happy with them. If I could change one thing, maybe just a tad higher wedge would be nice. They are very flat-but, but there is enough sole density that you don't feel the peebles on the ground as you walk.