the shoe is pretty but it doesn;t seemlong enough for 81/2 and a nine would be too long. YOu can at least tighten up the strap to make it tighter if you wear a slim or aaa. I wish I had kept the shoes from auditions instead.  I will wear them, just so I do not have to go to the hassle of sending them back and losing money in postage. Not completely satisified.