I've always had Sperry Gold Cup loafers, but I don't care about the changes they made to the shoes that led me to these shoes. I wear size 11 and they fit perfectly and true to size. They're convenient right out of the box. No break-in period required. Construction and material are excellent. The skin is soft, the color corresponds to the photo. What I also really like is that the shoes do not chafe on the ankles or on the Achilles tendon - they do not scratch the skin even without socks. I'veβ¦