I read all the customer reviews, but took a chance on ordering them anyway since I have never need or ordered "wide" shoes, but many are correct about how tight across the top they are. I ordered a 9, but I usually wear an 8 or 81/2. Too tight, BUT the great news is, my mom tried them on and they are a perfect fit!! Dang it! ;) Well, she gets an early Christmas present! I WISH CROCS WOULD MAKE THESE IN A WIDE,I WOULD HAVE BOUGHT THEM IN EVERY COLOR!