These shoes are really cute, compared to the standard Dansko clog. These have a lower "profile" so in my mind that makes them a little feminine. I wear a 10.5 in "no-sock" shoes, and an 11 in athletic shoes or boots. So the 41 in these should've been perfect but the side of my big toe rubs the end of the toe box. Not enough of a rub to make me return the shoes, but enough for me to consider perhaps a 41.5 or 42 next time. If you are on the longer end of a half size maybe order up on the Danskos. Or if you have daddy long leg toes. The color is really nice - neutral for browns AND blacks, but it is a distressed leather. Like a suede look. So it's not a polished looking shoe. But it's not an old lady shoe, and MOST importantly:  it doesn't make my freak feet look huge!