I previously had just bought her a flimsy plastic one for $3. Especially Spiderman. These are okay only if youre going to use them at the gym. Still, if youre a 9, order a 9, even though i cant explain why a medium should feel bigger than a wide. Pairing process was straightforward and data is available in front of you. A few weeks later I noticed a crack forming on the other side in the same place. No tears or zipper issues along the way, and the zippers can be locked with a luggage or larger lock due to how wide the holes are. Beautiful metallic (closest to bronze in shade) leather pumps. I ordered a size 6, they are a little big (I normally take a 5-5 1/2 but have inserts I can use in them especially when my feet swell. In 8 weeks Ive lost 18.