Okay, let me start by saying these shoes are STUNNING. The Italian leather? *Chef's kiss*. They look like they cost way more than they actually do.

BUT... the sizing is whack. I'm usually a US women's 8 and followed the size guide to get UK 6.5. These bad boys were so long I could probably fit my whole foot plus a snack in the toe box. Like, Mary Poppins carpet bag vibes.

The craftsmanship is legit though - you can tell they're made with care. The brogue detailing is crisp, and the leather smells divine (weird thing to notice, but hey).

Major downside? That weird insole thickness change near the toes. It's like walking on a tiny speed bump all day. And don't get me started on the laces - did they run out of string halfway through production?

Final verdict: Gorgeous shoes if you have narrow feet and get the sizing right (I'm trying a UK 6 next). Just maybe keep some Band-Aids handy for breaking them in!