Steve Madden Xander size 9 but fits like a size 8

Steve Madden Xander wedge, labeled size 9 but does not fit like a 9, fits like a size 8. I have 2 pair of these shoes as u will see in my closet. The first pair, size 8, were too small and fit like a size 7. I re-purchased these in size 9’s from another Posher and they fit perfect, like a size 8. So these shoes run a size small (I saw other reviews on this shoe that mentioned the same). These shoes are so cute. I wished they worked out for me. They are too high and wobbly for me. The Posher I bought these from said she never wore these shoes. I have not worn them either, only tried them on. While these shoes are new, please pay close attention, as the pics will show there is some pilling and also pilling/wrinkling on the straps. These shoes are faux leather and faux leather pills. While there is pilling, it is not noticeable when worn. Smoke free home. There is no original shoe box. Thank u for looking.