I'm normally a size 7.5. I got these in 7 and they still felt a little loose in the actual foot of the shoe (not uncomfortably so, just not tight like I would expect form going half a size down from my normal size!)

I also was sort of expecting them to be super tight at the thigh. I have rather full muscular thighs and smaller calves, but they actually are awesomely snug!

Takes forever to put on (full lace-up + 3 buckles that have several loopholes) but they're gorgeous and pretty comfortable and due to their snugness, you don't have to worry too much about the discomfort of walking on 5" stilettos since you get all the ankle support you need.

I probably would not recommend them for much else other than costume wear unless you're a stripper or a porn star because the patent leather is a bit over-the-top :)