Whether you're a woman choosing a pair of men's shoes for their wider fit and unique styles, or a man interested in women's shoe designs, understanding how to convert sizes between women and men is crucial.
This comprehensive guide aims to simplify the process of converting women's shoe sizes to men's and vice versa.
It's important to note that the universal chart provided here serves as a general reference. For the most accurate conversion, please use our brand-specific shoe size conversion tool below.
Men's and Women's Shoe Size Conversion Chart
| US Men | US Women | UK | EU | Foot Length (IN) | Foot Length (CM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 | 35 | 8.46-8.66 | 21.5-22 | |
| 5.5 | 3.5 | 35.5 | 8.66-8.86 | 22-22.5 | |
| 6 | 4 | 36 | 8.86-9.06 | 22.5-23 | |
| 6.5 | 4.5 | 37 | 9.06-9.25 | 23-23.5 | |
| 7 | 5 | 37.5 | 9.25-9.45 | 23.5-24 | |
| 6 | 7.5 | 5.5 | 38 | 9.45-9.65 | 24-24.5 |
| 6.5 | 8 | 6 | 38.5 | 9.65-9.84 | 24.5-25 |
| 7 | 8.5 | 6.5 | 39 | 9.84-10.04 | 25-25.5 |
| 7.5 | 9 | 7 | 40 | 10.04-10.24 | 25.5-26 |
| 8 | 9.5 | 7.5 | 40.5 | 10.24-10.43 | 26-26.5 |
| 8.5 | 10 | 8 | 41 | 10.43-10.63 | 26.5-27 |
| 9 | 10.5 | 8.5 | 42 | 10.63-10.83 | 27-27.5 |
| 9.5 | 11 | 9 | 42.5 | 10.83-11.02 | 27.5-28 |
| 10 | 11.5 | 9.5 | 43 | 11.02-11.22 | 28-28.5 |
| 10.5 | 12 | 10 | 44 | 11.22-11.42 | 28.5-29 |
| 11 | 12.5 | 10.5 | 44.5 | 11.42-11.61 | 29-29.5 |
| 11.5 | 13 | 11 | 45 | 11.61-11.81 | 29.5-30 |
| 12 | 11.5 | 46 | 11.81-12.01 | 30-30.5 | |
| 12.5 | 12 | 46.5 | 12.01-12.2 | 30.5-31 | |
| 13 | 12.5 | 47 | 12.2-12.4 | 31-31.5 | |
| 13.5 | 13 | 48 | 12.4-12.6 | 31.5-32 | |
| 14 | 13.5 | 49 | 12.6-12.8 | 32-32.5 | |
| 14.5 | 14 | 50 | 12.8-12.99 | 32.5-33 | |
| 15 | 14.5 | 51 | 12.99-13.19 | 33-33.5 |
Brand-Specific Shoe Size Conversion Tool
Shoe sizing varies across brands, affecting the conversion between women's and men's sizes. To address this issue and improve conversion accuracy, we've made this specialized tool.
• Incorporates size charts from various footwear brands for brand-specific results
• Uses precise length measurements for accurate conversions
Simply select your brand and input your size to get the most accurate conversion between women's and men's shoe sizes.
Brand Shoe Size Conversion
How Does The Tool Work
Generally, there's a consistent relationship between men's and women's shoe sizes.
For most brands (like Nike, New Balance, and Vans), women's sizes are about 1.5 sizes larger than men's sizes. While some brands that follow EU standards, such as Golden Goose and Balenciaga, the difference is 3 size.
Unlike simple size difference calculations, which can lead to significant errors, our tool uses unified length information from each brand. We match women's and men's sizes based on the same length, greatly reducing inaccuracies and finding your best fit. With this tool, you can also convert between women and kids' shoe sizes.
When an exact length match isn't available, you're likely between sizes. In these cases, we recommend checking the length information in the size chart and choosing the size closest to your current shoe size.
This approach ensures a more accurate size conversion, tailored to each brand's specific measurements.
FAQ
Are there any differences in shoe width I should be aware of?
Yes, men's shoes are typically wider than women's. Women with wider feet might find men's shoes more comfortable, while men with narrower feet might prefer women's sizes.
How can I ensure the best fit when buying shoes designed for the opposite gender?
Use our brand-specific tool. This tool utilizes brand-specific data and the most accurate length information to realize the conversions, significantly reducing the margin of error.
Will the arch support be different in shoes designed for the opposite gender?
Possibly. Men's shoes may have more substantial arch support. This could be beneficial for some wearers but uncomfortable for others.
