I returned the first 2 batches of these flats. There was nothing wrong with them except that they didn't come close to fitting. 95% of the time I wear an 8. Well, I felt like Cinderella's sisters trying on these shoes. Could not even squeeze my foot in the first time. Then, 8.5- Got my foot in my waaaaay too tight. Finally, I ordered the 9 and voila! They fit very well. Never happened to me before but I guess I don't care as long as they fit and I like them. The great thing about this flat is that you can wear it with jeans or a skinny pant and just as easily wear them with a short dress. The sparkles are very noticable but don't look ridiculous. I actually like that they are different from every day flats, but can still be worn in a casual environment. Also, I really like the barely-there heel because I can feel a difference compared to completely flat shoes that I've attempted to wear before. I bought these for $14 but a couple days later and it looks like they raised the price to $35. I personally would NOT pay this new price for these shoes. I really do like them but am balking at the price change. If they go back down I may buy another color. (I bought the copper).