In my outfits this summer I have been unhappy with the way my trusty SE nude sandals look. I think they work well for dresses but they somehow look a little too dainty for cropped pant outfits. I have sturdy legs and ankles so I usually go for a chunkier looking shoe. I have long admired the Freebirds so thought something like those would be fun. My only question is the sizing. The reviews say they run a little big and I'm on the small side of a 6 which is as small as they go. Also, my calves are short and "althetic" so I worry that the buckles will be too tight and/or uncomfortable. Do any of the Freebird owners have any thoughts on this? Or does anyone have other suggestions (I'd love to pay less than the Freebirds to be honest).