I am very pleased with this sandal.  I am normally an 8.5 or 9 in shoes, and based on the recommendations of others, I sized up to a 9.5.  They are a little big, the 9 would probably be perfect. The platinum color is very nice and will serve as a great neutral.  I do not find the sandals heavy at all.  I would consider getting other colors, I like the shoes that much!