text: I bought the Nico dress pump in black. After one false start in terms of size, I ended up with a lovely shoe that is comfortable despite having a higher heel than I usually wear and has a beautiful 1940's sensibility which I love. In terms of the size, I generally wear an 8.5, and ordered the Nico in this size only to find that it was far too small. Now I have the 9.5, and it fits perfectly; I would have ordered the 9 if it had been available, and I'm glad now that it wasn't as that likely would have been too small as well. This size issue is odd for Miz Mooz; I have two pairs of Miz Mooz boots in 8.5, and they are true to size. So, go figure. The Nico took a couple of wearings to break in as it was slightly stiff across the ball of my foot. It loosened up and is form fitting in a very comfortable way now.