Have you ever ordered shoes online, only to find that they don’t fit due to differences between the US and Europe? It’s a frustration many of us have experienced. With a global market at our fingertips, it’s important to understand how to convert US shoe sizes to EU sizes and vice versa. These charts aim to make that process as simple as possible.
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Differences between European and American shoe sizes
Before we dive into the shoe size chart and conversion process, it’s important to understand the basics of what these sizes actually mean and why American (US) shoe sizes differ from European (EU) sizes. This distinction can sometimes cause confusion when shopping online or traveling.
- US shoe sizes are based on the length of the shoe last , or the shape the shoe is built on, which resembles a foot model, measured in inches. Each size varies by about a third of an inch, which is important to know when converting US to EU shoe size.
- EU shoe sizes not only look at how long your foot is, but also at how the shoe is made and how much space your foot needs to fit properly. That’s why it’s not always easy to simply convert US sizes to European sizes. It’s super important to be accurate, and it’s best to look at the brand’s own sizing charts (like how Nike fits , for example) to make sure your shoes fit properly.
UK shoe sizes are slightly different. They measure with a British size, not like the American inch. This small difference means that UK sizes are not the same as US or EU sizes. It is useful to know this when buying shoes from different countries.
Shoe Size Chart - Women / Ladies
| Shoe size in cm | EU | US | UK |
| 21.9 - 22.2 | 35 | 3.5 | 2.5 |
| 22.3 - 22.6 | 36 | 4.5 | 3 |
| 22.7 - 23.0 | 36.5 | 5 | 3.5 |
| 23.1 - 23.4 | 37 | 5.5 | 4 |
| 23.5 - 23.9 | 37.5 | 6 | 4.5 |
| 24.5 - 24.8 | 38 | 6.5 | 5 |
| 24.5 - 24.8 | 38.5 | 7 | 5.5 |
| 24.9 - 25.6 | 39 - 39.5 | 7.5 | 6 |
| 25.7 - 26.0 | 40 | 8 | 6.5 |
| 26.1 - 26.4 | 41 | 8.5 | 7 |
| 26.6 - 26.8 | 42 | 9.5 | 8 |
| 26.9 - 27.2 | 42.5 | 10 | 8.5 |
| 27.3 - 27.6 | 43 | 10.5 | 9 |
| 27.7 - 28.0 | 43.5 | 11 | 9.5 |
| 28.1 - 28.4 | 44 | 11.5 | 9.5 |
| 28.5 - 28.8 | 45 | 12 | 10 |
Shoe size chart - Men / Gentlemen
| Shoe size in cm | EU | US | UK |
| 24.7 - 25.0 | 39 | 6.5 | 6 |
| 25.5 - 25.8 | 40 | 7 | 6.5 |
| 25.5 - 25.8 | 41 | 7.5 | 7 |
| 26.3 - 26.7 | 42 | 8.5 | 8 |
| 26.8 - 27.1 | 42.5 | 9 | 8.5 |
| 27.2 - 27.5 | 43 | 9.5 | 9 |
| 28.0 - 28.3 | 44 | 10 | 9.5 |
| 28.4 - 28.8 | 45 | 10.5 | 10 |
| 28.9 - 29.6 | 46 - 46.5 | 11.5 | 11 |
| 29.7 - 30.5 | 47 - 47.5 | 12.5 | 12 |
| 30.6 - 30.9 | 48 | 13.5 | 13 |
| 31.2 - 31.5 | 49 | 14 | 13.5 |
| 31.5 - 32.0 | 50 | 15 | 14.5 |
Shoe size chart - Children / Kids
| Shoe size in cm | EU | US | UK |
| 10 cm | 16 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 10.1 - 10.7 cm | 17 | 2 | 1.5 |
| 10.8 - 11.4 cm | 18 | 2.5 | 2 |
| 11.5 - 12.0 cm | 19 | 3 | 2.5 |
| 12.1 - 12.6 cm | 20 | 4 | 3 |
| 12.7 - 13.2 cm | 21 | 5 | 4.5 |
| 13.3 - 13.8 cm | 22 | 6 | 5.5 |
| 13.9 - 14.4 cm | 23 | 6.5 | 6 |
| 14.5 - 15.0 cm | 24 | 7.5 | 7 |
| 15.1 - 15.6 cm | 25 | 8 | 7.5 |
| 15.7 - 16.2 cm | 26 | 9.5 | 8.5 |
| 16.3 - 16.9 cm | 27 | 10 | 9 |
| 17.0 - 17.6 cm | 28 | 11 | 10 |
| 17.7 - 18.3 cm | 29 | 11.5 | 10.5 |
| 18.4 - 19.0 cm | 30 | 12.5 | 11.5 |
| 19.1 - 19.7 cm | 31 | 13 | 12 |
| 19.8 - 20.4 cm | 32 | 1 | 13 |
| 20.5 - 21.1 cm | 33 | 2 | 1 |
| 21.2 - 21.8 cm | 34 | 3 | 2 |
Doubting between 2 shoe sizes?
If you're unsure about which shoe size to choose because you're between sizes, consider these practical steps to help you make a better decision:
- Always start by measuring your feet. Your feet are at their largest at the end of the day, which will give you the most accurate measurement. This is especially important if you often switch between different sizing systems, such as the US and European
- A size chart can be your best guide when choosing the right size. It gives a clear overview of how sizes relate to each other, helping you make more informed choices.
- For times when your foot size seems to fluctuate, accessories like elastic laces can come in handy. They conform to your foot, provide all-day comfort, and make it easier to get your shoes on and off.
- Sometimes a shoe can be just a little too big. That’s where products like heel cushions come in handy. They fill in the extra space nicely and prevent your foot from slipping out of the shoe, which contributes to a better fit and more stability. Is your shoe too small in the toes? Then you can read more about this in our blog ‘ How to make shoes that are too small in the toes bigger ‘.
These tips will make online shoe shopping a lot easier and more fun!
