I bought this boot in black in my normal size 6. I had read the reviews and went with my regular size. I could've gone down a half size but like boots roomy with socks.  The positives - Nice round toes, no break-in required, soft, oiled leather, easily fit over leggings & jeans ( my calves are 14 1/2") nice heel for height & comfort, great style details. The negatives - The first wearing ruined my new red cashmere socks! The boot stuffing material had dye residue all over it. I should have taken heed and worn black socks but wore my warm ones instead. Dye didn't wash out. I have yet to wear them over anything but black leggings and with black socks as I don't know how long the dye will transfer. Because the boots are unlined the leather tends to "grab" at your socks, leggings, etc. rather than glide on like a lined boot would. I don't need to unzip them to put them on but I do to keep what in going inside the boot smooth. It's a really great looking boot but would've been better lined.