When I wrote they are somewhat large.. It was not in the length but the width. I would seriously recommend wearing socks. I could not of gone with a smaller size. But a narrower shoe. I wear a 9 average as a rule. They are very cool looking .. and have had many compliments on both pair. Very comfortable also. The bottom gives you a lot of padding. I have trouble finding shoes that I can wear all day. These do the trick.