Introduction
Finding the right shoe size is not just about comfort — it’s about confidence, posture, and long-term foot health. Whether you’re shopping for men, women, or kids, having a clear shoe size guide can help you avoid painful mistakes and enjoy your shoes longer. Here’s a complete shoe size guide to help you make the right choice, every time.
Understanding Shoe Sizes
- Comfort: Too tight or too loose shoes can cause blisters, foot pain, or long-term damage.
- Performance: Properly fitted shoes support your arch and balance, especially in sports and daily activities.
- Style: The right size helps the shoe look better on your foot and last longer.
How to Measure Your Foot at Home
You’ll need:
- A blank paper
- A pen or pencil
- A ruler or measuring tape
Steps:
- Place the paper on a hard surface (like a floor).
- Stand on the paper wearing socks (if you wear socks with shoes).
- Trace the outline of your foot.
- Measure the distance from the heel to the longest toe — this is your foot length.
- Measure the width at the widest part.
Repeat for the other foot. Use the larger measurement when choosing shoe size.
Shoe Size Conversion Charts
Men’s Size Chart (US – UK – EU – CM):
US | UK | EU | Foot Length (cm) |
7 | 6 | 40 | 25.0 |
8 | 7 | 41 | 26.0 |
9 | 8 | 42 | 27.0 |
10 | 9 | 43 | 28.0 |
Women’s Size Chart (US – UK – EU – CM):
|
US |
UK |
EU |
Foot Length (cm) |
|
6 |
4 |
37 |
23.5 |
|
7 |
5 |
38 |
24.0 |
|
8 |
6 |
39 |
25.0 |
|
9 |
7 |
40 |
26.0 |
Kids’ Size Chart (US – UK – EU – CM):
US | UK | EU | Foot Length (cm) |
10C | 9 | 27 | 16.5 |
11C | 10 | 28 | 17.3 |
12C | 11 | 29 | 18.0 |
13C | 12 | 30 | 18.7 |
Pro Tips
- Measure your feet in the evening — they expand during the day.
- Always check brand-specific size charts.
- Leave about a thumb’s width between your longest toe and the front of the shoe.
- Try both shoes on and walk around to test the fit.