I have ordered 1/2 size down from other buyers who have purchased this shoe. They're a little tight at first, but I'm in the process of putting them on. I wore them once two days in a row (about 8 hours each time) and I ended up with a small rash on the bridge of my nose. I haven't worn shoes for a few days and everything is fine. So not sure how long it will take to break in but I only wear them to events now, I know I won't be walking too much or wearing the shoes too long. Also, they tend to feel stuffy, as if there is little or no airflow. My last pair was a pair of Clark's I bought at a local sale and they are great but they are starting to show their age so I took a chance on this pair at the lightning sale. Conclusion: Probably not for me. The sizing issue isn't too bad, I think it would get a little better with a little more shrinking, but I don't like the stuffy part.