These boots are so gorgeous and sexy...but SO TIGHT. I'm a true 9 so I ordered a size 9. It was almost painful to put them on they were so tight around my toes and the top of my foot. Not having socks on was a little more bearable, but I will have to wear these around the house (or try some old school stretching methods) to break them in before I can actually wear them out. Please beware, you definitely need to size up at least a half size especially if you have wider feet.