Steve Madden can be hit or miss both in size and quality for me, but these boots are perfect all-around. I wear between a 9.5 and a 10 most days, leaning towards the 9.5 in round toe shoes, but in these boots, the 10 fit perfect. They are wide enough and comfortable enough to support my feet without causing that intense, stabbing, throbbing pain we all know happens in boots when you have bunions. They are more comfortable than my Frye boots, which after about the 5th or 6th hour begin to cause bunion pain. They have a modest to non-existent arch support, so you may want an insole for that, but I didn't need one and I have very high arches. The leather is good quality and supple around the ankle, requiring no breaking in for that area. It is more firm around the vamp and toe area, for better protection presumably, though these wouldn't work as a work boot for you (in that way). They'll last, look great, and work with jeans, leggings, and tights. Order a half size up for width and comfort.