I ALWAYS wear a size 7 in all American sized shoes. I've regretted all the times I've read reviews where people state they run big or small to size up or down....because I always end up needing the 7. However...these really do run a half size small. My toe is very close to the top AND they are very narrow in the front. It's strange...they aren't narrow all over, just acorss the vamp. I also don't care for the nubby footbed, I don't find that comfortable at all. I also find they have very little support (but I am a huge Dansko and Chaco fan...so that is what I am used to most days). So...they are cute to LOOK at and I did keep them because I have a pair of jeans that look silly with my Danskos...so I only wear them with those. I wouldn't ever buy this brand again, though...but I got a great deal on Amazon so I don't feel that bad about it...if I paid full price, I'd be irritated.