text: They do run large, apparently. I wear a 9.5 but the 8.5 I got fits perfectly so maybe order a full size smaller than what you wear. It is a well-made shoe and for the price I'd expect a lot less.<br /><br />They are currently hanging near an open window to get the stench out. Prepare to do the same. I mean STENCH, we're talking serious Chinese vintage formaldehyde or something. As of day 3, they smell a lot better. My feet are looking forward to wearing them and thereby introducing a whole new smell, but that's a different story. Perhaps I'll snag some Dr. Scholl foot powder or something.<br /><br />UPDATE: Purchased a half year ago, still sitting in closet and have not off-gassed. I don't like the idea of formaldehyde emanating into the living space so I threw them out.