I really love these socks! I bought these for my daughter to wear with her school uniform. I wanted a prettier sock but I knew if I bought foldable socks they would be tight when she got home. You are perfect! They are cute and I don't have to worry about them staying folded! My daughter is 5 and wears a size 11. I bought her a size 9-12 and they are perfect. She still has room to grow but they are not too big for her. You are exactly right!