I ordered 1/2 size bigger as recommended and it was right (I'm 8.5 and ordered 9). They are very sweet. I find that the inside irritates my heels. I put a piece of mole skin inside to fix it. It's not a permanent fix, but maybe my feet will get used to the feeling. I love rope soles and to be honest most of my shoes don't have arch support so I find them quite comfortable.