I am selling these tap shoes because I bought half a size too large to begin with. These do fit true to size. The only reason I personally bought them half a size too big is I thought that would help accommodate slim orthotics I put on the inside for arch support. I did wear these to Tap dance class once a week for about a year so they are lightly used. However, I have now purchased the very same shoe in a size 9. That was the size I wear in boots and sneakers. There are some light scuff marks on the front on the leather, but very slight. These are great Tap shoes I hope someone else will love!