Unlike most Sam Edelman shoes, these are more true to size. I am normally a size 9.5-10 in most brands, but some Sam Edelman styles (such as the Sam Edelman Scarlett Spiked Ankle/T-strap heel) I take a 10.5 for best fit. In this Orly Slingback, I ordered a 10, and they fit a smidge loose. Because of their pointed toe, however, I won't try the 9.5. I got the black/zebra stripe, and the fur is close-cropped, not too long or shabby looking, colors uniform throughout the print, and look as natural as a thin stripe faux zebra print can be. The black lends more to dark brown, and the ivory looks very nice with it. These will go with black or brown slacks, and are quite comfortable for a pointed toe. They don't distress my bunions at all, and that's a small miracle. The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is because of the slightly loose fit, because if I were to downsize a half, I think these might pinch the bunions and cause discomfort. Because of this, I normally take wide width shoes--not needed with the Orly.