As recommended by other reviewers I ordered a 1/2 size up. The shoes fit perfectly. I like them with and without thin socks. Very comfortable! I understand what other reviewers are talking about in regard to the shoes being difficult to wiggle their foot into the shoe. At first the opening does seem a little small, however after a full day of wearing them, and letting them stretch a little, I can slip my feet in and out without much difficulty. Other reviewers with high arches have also mentioned the shoes were snug around the in step, but I have extremely high arches according to my podiatrist and I have no issues with tightness in that area. I liked my black pair so much, I immediately purchased the burnt henna for a second pair which seem to fit exactly the same. With great pricing, I am resisting the urge to purchase a third pair.