text: I ordered a 9 1/2 and received a size 9 in a size 9.1/2 box.  so the shoes were somewhat tight on me but because it was wrong size delivered I took that into account and said yes, it does fit as expected if you wear a size 9 at the most still a bit snug for the size.  This is why i gave only 2 star rating because the fulfilled my order erroneously. The design is beautiful, however up front at the toe thong thing the wide design of it rubs and digs at the tops of the toes which is very painful. I gave them to my daughter who complained of the same problem despite her feet being smaller and thinner. I hate the hassle of returns so we have them here for special short outings i guess.