I had to size down in this shoe. It's super cute but the leather is very stiff and rubs at the base of the toes as well as the heel, but that was the first day that I wore them. I'm hoping that after they are broken in that they will be more comfortable.

Update 1 year after purchase: These still are stiff, but I do not wear them often. I ended up putting moleskin pads in around the toe box, which helps with rubbing around the toe and gives it a comfortable yet snug fit.