I just received these today and they are really cute! I am usually either an 81/2 or 9 in shoes (most often a 9) and my big toe in these in a 9 is almost hanging over. I have slim long feet and am petite (5'3") so all the adjustability that these have is great (2 side buckles are adjustable) and there is a back zip that always seems to be stiff at first. I don't want to size up because they "almost" make my feet look too long, but overall the straps are the and they are so cute I decided to get over that ;)  Also I don't feel these chop up my short legs like some gladiators I have tried on but didn't like for that reason. I got these in Whiskey and think the color will be very versatile. I was debating between the dark shade of whiskey with the lighter shade of brown. I am still quite pale and was worried this color would be too dark. Now that I have them on they look fine and should be a versatile color to go with outfits. Once my feet see enough sun all the better though. I really think this shade could look great on most skin tones. Straps are a bit stiff and footbed is not very cushy but really overall love the styling and am keeping them. I hope my review helps...I read them all here before I ordered :)