Sizing is inconsistent.  I've been wearing 8w Keds for the last 25 years.  I reordered a replacement and put them on and walked out the door only to discover that this particular pair is 1/2&#34; to 3/4&#34; longer than any pair I've owned in the past.  I double checked the size and it is indeed a 8w but these are not the same.  When you add this to the fact that my old tired feet can't deal with no support, these shoes are basically worthless.  Since I assumed (my fault) these were the same as always and wore them out the door I can't return them and they were a waste of money.  I have since decided that Toms slip-ons are my new favorite casual sneaker.