I am normally an 8.5, but as these shoes only come in whole sizes I had to order up. I also have narrow feet, so usually ordering even half a size up means the shoe won't stay on my foot. I was so pleased that I didn't have that problem with these shoes. The strap has enough holes so I can adjust it to make it tight enough to stay on my foot and the toes are just perfect. Hopefully, being leather, they won't stretch out too much. The foot bed is soft and the heel height is nice-- high enough to wear with a casual dress and feel a little dressed-up, but low enough for a good walking shoe. I ordered the red leather (not patent) and the color is gorgeous-- really just the perfect red! I wish I could find a pair of high-heeled sandals that came in this color, but of now these lovely espadrilles will have to do.