I tried them on for a quick trip to the kitchen and back. I'm a size 8 with wide feet, and I had some wiggle room, so they'd definitely fit up to a 9 comfortably. I personally don't mind that the croco pattern doesn't exactly match on the back of the shoes; seems to add character and I don't really consider it a defect. The only "flaw" I noticed was a slight pucker near the toe of one shoe, pictured. I didn't feel it, so it doesn't affect the fit, to me, at least. It's really tiny and unnoticeable. Truly great booties. I don't think they'll need much breaking in either. Everything that came shipped to me will go to you! Sold out on the website. Price stays high because I don't want to just let 'em go. wink