The shoes got here fast and snug in the package and no odors when opening it so that was great! I usually wear a 8.5 in most all other shoes, and when I put these boots on they were comfy and fit great. They don't have a really big heel, but they had the Victorian feel/look I was going for, for my cosplay of Madame Red! Besides the perfect look I needed, the price of these boots are unbeatable, everywhere else they're soo expensive. I'm planning on wearing them out soon, so I'll update on how they wear then!