I had heard Sorels ran quite large. Since I'm generally between a size 10 and 11 I figured the 10 would suffice. I received them and they were still at least a full size too large. The 10s literally made me feel like I was playing dress up in my Dad's shoes. When I had them on they seemed like they felt warm, and were attractive shoes. I didn't reorder them in a size down after returning them, but definitely considered it because they really were beautiful boot. I don't know why Sorel makes shoes in sizes that are so off. I heard somewhere that it was to accommodate for thick socks, but I could have worn thick socks and STILL gone down a size.