Understanding shoe size systems is crucial when shopping internationally or online. Shoe sizes differ significantly across regions, which can make finding the perfect fit challenging. To simplify your shopping experience, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide to well-known regional shoe size categories, including the US, UK, EU, and more. Whether you're converting sizes or exploring global options, this information will help you step confidently into the right pair of shoes.
US shoe sizes are a widely recognized standard in footwear sizing, used predominantly in the United States. The system includes distinct size ranges for men, women, and children, with a focus on half sizes for precise fit. When converting US sizes to other regional systems like UK or EU, it's important to account for variations in measurements and fit. Our shoe size conversion tool makes it easy to find your equivalent size across different regions, ensuring a comfortable and accurate fit every time.
The UK shoe size system is a standard widely used in the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It features separate sizing charts for men, women, and children, making it essential to choose the correct category when selecting your size.
The European shoe size system (EU) is one of the most widely used sizing standards, recognized across many countries in Europe and beyond. Unlike some systems, EU sizes are unisex and do not differentiate between men's, women's, or children's sizing. They are measured in Paris Points, with each size being approximately two-thirds of a centimeter.
The Japanese shoe size system is one of the simplest and most precise sizing standards worldwide. It is based on the actual length of the foot in centimeters, making it highly accurate and easy to understand. This system is used predominantly in Japan and by some international brands offering Japanese sizing.
Finding the perfect shoe size can be tricky, but measuring your feet in centimeters or inches makes it simple and accurate. Shoe sizing varies across countries, so converting your measurements is essential for a proper fit.
Once you have your measurements, use a reliable shoe size chart to convert them to your region’s sizing system, such as US, UK, or EU sizes. Knowing your foot size in both centimeters and inches ensures comfort and reduces the hassle of returns when shopping online.
UK | USA | Europe | France | Japan | CM | Inches |
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5 | 6 | 38 | 39 | 24 | 24 | 9.45 |
5.5 | 6.5 | 38.5 | 39.5 | 24.5 | 24.5 | 9.65 |
6 | 7 | 39 | 40 | 25 | 25 | 9.84 |
6.5 | 7.5 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 25.5 | 25.5 | 10.04 |
7 | 8 | 40 | 41 | 26 | 26 | 10.24 |
7.5 | 8.5 | 40.5 | 41.5 | 26.5 | 26.5 | 10.43 |
8 | 9 | 41 | 42 | 27 | 27 | 10.63 |
8.5 | 9.5 | 41.5 | 42.5 | 27.5 | 27.5 | 10.83 |
9 | 10 | 42 | 43 | 28 | 28 | 11.02 |
9.5 | 10.5 | 42.5 | 43.5 | 28.5 | 28.5 | 11.22 |
10 | 11 | 43 | 44 | 29 | 29 | 11.42 |
10.5 | 11.5 | 43.5 | 44.5 | 29.5 | 29.5 | 11.61 |
11 | 12 | 44 | 45 | 30 | 30 | 11.81 |
11.5 | 12.5 | 44.5 | 45.5 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 12 |
12 | 13 | 45 | 46 | 31 | 31 | 12.2 |
12.5 | 13.5 | 45.5 | 46.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 12.4 |
13 | 14 | 46 | 47 | 32 | 32 | 12.6 |
13.5 | 14.5 | 46.5 | 47.5 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 12.8 |
14 | 15 | 47 | 48 | 33 | 33 | 12.99 |
UK | USA | Europe | France | Japan | CM | Inches |
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2 | 4 | 34 | 35 | 21.5 | 21.5 | 8.46 |
2.5 | 4.5 | 34.5 | 35.5 | 22 | 22 | 8.66 |
3 | 5 | 35 | 36 | 22.5 | 22.5 | 8.86 |
3.5 | 5.5 | 35.5 | 36.5 | 23 | 23 | 9.06 |
4 | 6 | 36 | 37 | 23.5 | 23.5 | 9.25 |
4.5 | 6.5 | 36.5 | 37.5 | 24 | 24 | 9.45 |
5 | 7 | 37 | 38 | 24.5 | 24.5 | 9.65 |
5.5 | 7.5 | 37.5 | 38.5 | 25 | 25 | 9.84 |
6 | 8 | 38 | 39 | 25.5 | 25.5 | 10.04 |
6.5 | 8.5 | 38.5 | 39.5 | 26 | 26 | 10.24 |
7 | 9 | 39 | 40 | 26.5 | 26.5 | 10.43 |
7.5 | 9.5 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 27 | 27 | 10.63 |
8 | 10 | 40 | 41 | 27.5 | 27.5 | 10.83 |
8.5 | 10.5 | 41 | 42 | 28 | 28 | 11.02 |
9 | 11 | 42 | 43 | 28.5 | 28.5 | 11.22 |
9.5 | 11.5 | 42.5 | 43.5 | 29 | 29 | 11.42 |
10 | 12 | 43 | 44 | 29.5 | 29.5 | 11.61 |
10.5 | 12.5 | 43.5 | 44.5 | 30 | 30 | 11.81 |
11 | 13 | 44 | 45 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 12 |
UK | USA | Europe | France | Japan | CM | Inches |
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0 | 1 | 15 | 16 | 8 | 8 | 3.15 |
0.5 | 1.5 | 15.5 | 16.5 | 8.5 | 8.5 | 3.35 |
1 | 2 | 16 | 17 | 9 | 9 | 3.54 |
1.5 | 2.5 | 16.5 | 17.5 | 9.5 | 9.5 | 3.74 |
2 | 3 | 17 | 18 | 10 | 10 | 3.94 |
2.5 | 3.5 | 17.5 | 18.5 | 10.5 | 10.5 | 4.13 |
UK | USA | Europe | France | Japan | CM | Inches |
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2 | 3 | 18 | 19 | 11 | 11 | 4.33 |
2.5 | 3.5 | 18.5 | 19.5 | 11.5 | 11.5 | 4.53 |
3 | 4 | 19 | 20 | 12 | 12 | 4.72 |
3.5 | 4.5 | 19.5 | 20.5 | 12.5 | 12.5 | 4.92 |
4 | 5 | 20 | 21 | 13 | 13 | 5.12 |
4.5 | 5.5 | 20.5 | 21.5 | 13.5 | 13.5 | 5.31 |
5 | 6 | 21 | 22 | 14 | 14 | 5.51 |
5.5 | 6.5 | 22 | 23 | 14.5 | 14.5 | 5.71 |
6 | 7 | 23 | 24 | 15 | 15 | 5.91 |
6.5 | 7.5 | 23.5 | 24.5 | 15.5 | 15.5 | 6.1 |
7 | 8 | 24 | 25 | 16 | 16 | 6.3 |
UK | USA | Europe | France | Japan | CM | Inches |
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7 | 8 | 24 | 25 | 16 | 16 | 6.3 |
7.5 | 8.5 | 25 | 26 | 16.5 | 16.5 | 6.5 |
8 | 9 | 25.5 | 26.5 | 17 | 17 | 6.69 |
8.5 | 9.5 | 26 | 27 | 17.5 | 17.5 | 6.89 |
9 | 10 | 26.5 | 27.5 | 18 | 18 | 7.09 |
9.5 | 10.5 | 27 | 28 | 18.5 | 18.5 | 7.28 |
10 | 11 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 19 | 19 | 7.48 |
10.5 | 11.5 | 28 | 29 | 19.5 | 19.5 | 7.68 |
11 | 12 | 28.5 | 29.5 | 20 | 20 | 7.87 |
11.5 | 12.5 | 29 | 30 | 20.5 | 20.5 | 8.07 |
12 | 13 | 30 | 31 | 21 | 21 | 8.27 |
UK | USA | Europe | France | Japan | CM | Inches |
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10 | 11 | 28 | 29 | 17 | 17 | 6.69 |
10.5 | 11.5 | 28.5 | 29.5 | 17.5 | 17.5 | 6.89 |
11 | 12 | 29 | 30 | 18 | 18 | 7.09 |
11.5 | 12.5 | 30 | 31 | 18.5 | 18.5 | 7.28 |
12 | 13 | 31 | 32 | 19 | 19 | 7.48 |
12.5 | 13.5 | 31.5 | 32.5 | 19.5 | 19.5 | 7.68 |
13 | 1 | 32 | 33 | 20 | 20 | 7.87 |
13.5 | 1.5 | 32.5 | 33.5 | 20.5 | 20.5 | 8.07 |
1 | 2 | 33 | 34 | 21 | 21 | 8.27 |
1.5 | 2.5 | 33.5 | 34.5 | 21.5 | 21.5 | 8.46 |
2 | 3 | 34 | 35 | 22 | 22 | 8.66 |
2.5 | 3.5 | 34.5 | 35.5 | 22.5 | 22.5 | 8.86 |
3 | 4 | 35 | 36 | 23 | 23 | 9.06 |
3.5 | 4.5 | 35.5 | 36.5 | 23.5 | 23.5 | 9.25 |
Finding the right shoe size is essential for comfort and performance, whether you’re walking, running, or standing for extended periods. Properly measuring your foot is the foundation of selecting shoes that fit well and support your feet. Follow these detailed steps to ensure you get the perfect measurement:
To avoid errors during measurement:
Position your foot on the paper with a slight bend in your knees, keeping your weight evenly distributed. Alternatively, sit on a chair but ensure your foot rests flat on the ground.
Once you have the outlines of your feet:
By taking the time to measure your feet accurately, you can reduce the likelihood of buying shoes that are uncomfortable or poorly fitted. Use your measurements to compare with a size chart tailored to the brand you’re purchasing from to find your perfect fit. A little effort now can save you from blisters, pinching, or the hassle of returns later!