Circling back as they have arrived. We will be shoe twins once again, Angie. I am a pretty consistent Euro 39, US 8.5. I wear medium shoes as a rule, but only slim mediums as required by my narrow ankles and low volume foot with long toes and a propensity for slipping heels. These shoes are roomy on my feet with a one finger gap on the outside edge by the tongue, yet the back of the shoe doesn't slide up and down. I have room for a thin insole on top of the original one and also noticed that the glued insole might be possible to remove and replace. Super comfortable and versatile, as Angie has described. I love the cognac with denim, blues, grays and creams. I am also thrilled to have a somewhat refined oxford without laces.
Thanks, Angie.