I have several pairs of FitFlops in sandals, boots, and clogs. In the past I found that I had to buy a size larger in the closed shoes like clogs and boots. These Toning Sneakers are accurately sized. I take an 8 in the sandals and an 8 in these sneakers fit just fine even though I have wide feet. They are comfortable from the start. They have that great wobble board insole and the leather is well finished on the inside with no seams to rub your foot or ankle. The leather is smooth and attractive. The only negative is that it does seem as though the sneakers do not have as much arch support as the original Oasis sandals. I wear my FitFlop sandals all summer and boots/clogs all winter. Now I have some Fitflop sneakers I can wear all year long. Love my FitFlops. I used to have sore feet and ankles and found walking to be a chore. I enjoy walking in my FitFlops and always have a pair on. I encourage you to try the different styles.