I normally wear a size 7 1/2, but had to go up one size on this shoe because my toes hit the front of the shoes. I had to get a wide with also because of a tight area on my little toe. I bought the tan, which my husband says looks like army desert boots. I bought these because of plantar's fasciitus and am about to go on vacation. These are some serious shoes for walking. When I put them on it removes the pain. I wish they were cuter, but I will live with it.