They do run small, I bought one size up and they "fit." The problem is that the inside is not finished to be comfy. Small rolled ends of fabric poke, roll up, and just annoy me. They are not meant to be worn with socks, so the inside should be finished better. Still super cute with jeans and shorts. Don't plan to wear these unless it's for short amount of time or you will only be sitting, after thirty minutes, I'm ready to take them off.