text: Like others have said, sizing is an issue in this shoe, and sizing varies across different colors. I usually wear an 8M. I ordered 8.5M in Black & Asphalt based on reviews. The Black pair is just a bit snug but going up to a 9M wouldn't work. The Asphalt pair is far too snug and going up to 9M is what's needed.<br /><br />I'm dying to wear the black pair with tights in the fall, but I still have not decided whether to keep. They are comfortable on, largely due to the material used for the heel & sole. However, arch support is lacking ... and that is not something I require a lot of. I don't have a high arch by any means but something seems just a bit &#34;off&#34; for me. Will attempt with inserts. Otherwise they will not be keepers. Pity.