text: I hemmed an hawed about ordering these or Birkenstock Gizeh sandals. These were less expensive and people love them. I'm a solid size 8, sometimes 8.5 especially in athletic shoes. These were too big. Additionally, I didn't feel the straps held the sandal close enough to my foot. I also found them kind of heavy to wear. Since I've tried on a 7 in the store, because they don't make half sizes, and my heel was right at the end, so not a great fit either. I spent the extra $$ on the Birkenstock Gizeh sandals and haven't regretted it. I love them. Fitflops are not for me.