I read the other review here before I purchased and was looking forward to getting the shoe. It does cover any big ankle situation. I always worry about things being around my ankles being too tight or fitting too snugly. But this has room. It's very comfortable shoe and may even run a little big. I was going to get a 10 but opted for a 9.5 and it was a little loose as well. But that's no big deal for me. The shoe looks very good on and is very flattering. LOVE IT!