Finally got tired of grass bits and dirt all over my pant legs and socks (especially since I was using an old pair of athletic shoes) when using my string trimmer to clear my yard - I looked at a number of rubber garden boots and decided on these - I wear a 7.5 normally and ordered a size 8 (only comes in whole sizes) but could have probably gotten the size 7 - I compared these to my size 8 athletic shoes and they're about an inch longer but decided to keep them anyway - I do need to be careful, especially when climbing steps as the fronts stick out more than I'm used to and have stumbled a couple of times  - I use an insert and thick work socks and even with long jeans, these boots are still roomy and comfortable - the best thing is just slipping these boots off after working in the yard and my pants and socks are still clean!