I'm having the same problem. I tried on the revas with the gold logo and they felt great in a size 9, a teeny bit tight but a good fit. Then last night I went and bought the revas in black patent with the tonal logo instead of the gold and these feel super tight. They're making a red mark on my foot before I even wear them out. So I think the regular leather is softer than the patent. I'm so confused as to what to do. I'm thinking I should return the patent and go for the regular leather. Any suggestions?
As I just posted on another (similar) thread... The different leathers and fabrics of TB Reva's will definitely fit and feel differently! The plain leather is softer and more supple than the metallics or the patents. Also, I personally believe that some particular pairs just *happen* to be sewn looser than others. I bought a pair of metallic golds last year that totally killed me! The edge of the shoe cut into the top of my foot and the medallion pressed on my toe joint. I sold them on ebay. Today, I tried on a pair in black leather in a local boutique and they fit beautifully! (And yes, I bought them.)