I purchased these boots because of all the wonderful reviews written on them. I had taken the reviewers' advice and ordered them a size smaller than I normally wear and I'm glad I did. The 8's fit well - however - they are extremely large in the calf (I'm a regular size 0 in jeans) and are very loose in the heel! I don't know how many times I'll be wearing these boots because they are so large. Sounds like it fits other women well with bigger calves however I strongly recommend to pass on these if you are slimmer in the calf area like myself. Just a heads up otherwise they are SO cute and well made!