Item is exactly as pictured and described. Shoe size is exact. I purchased these for my son. He is between a 10.5 and 11 toddler shoe size. No surprise we ordered the 10.5 and it fit very snug. We exchanged it for the 11 and it is perfect. I have ordered various similar styles from other brands and these are excellent quality. Of course my son LOVES that these are Captain America shoes. I am happy with the design too - it is modern and stylish. Very happy with the price point too. I will be buying more shoes from Stride Rite in the future.