I am a size 8 1/2 , ordered up a half size to allow for socks/ leggings etc, which fits great. Construction is good and material is actually sturdier than real leather, I'm a Free people freak and have what seem to be identically constructed boots , the Joe boots and also the Jesses and their suede/ leather is so fragile I don't want to risk lacing all the way up because a lot of their reviews are from people who lost the findings where you lace up at the very top. Because of the lace ties these boots can be adjusted , but even at the tightest, with a bit of a struggle I still managed to zip up, I'm 5'9" and 155 lbs, so over all a great value in my opinion. I've only had them about a week but have already ordered two other colors on another site... come on Amazon, try keeping popular items in stock !!!.