text: After reading mixed reviews here about the sizing, I went with my regular size (8), figuring a little snug would be a good thing--no flopping around. While these are just (barely) wide enough, they are not long enough from heel to &#34;annoying toe thong&#34;. That toe thong just pulls backwards into the &#34;toe crotch&#34; and is irritating at best. I want sandals I can forget about.<br />Here's the frustrating part: While Amazon provides free shipping and free returns in size 8 (I am a Prime Member) the size 9 is $5.00 more, will cost $13.98 to ship, and no free returns. What gives?? I will be returning these, but will not be trying the 9, it's just not worth the cost or the risk that they won't work either.<br />And I really WANT to try the 9, because here's what I do like about them: The footbed is very comfortable. The toe thong is smooth and seems like it would be very comfortable if it wasn't so tight. They are almost flat (very little drop) which is what I am looking for, and the fairly thin soles are quite flexible (most flat sandals have a stiff sole that doesn't allow my foot to articulate properly). There is not much in the way of arch support, but I don't need that. Finally, I think they are really cute, and surprisingly sexy. Sigh. The search for the perfect flat sandal continues...