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Shoe Size Converter – US, UK and EU Shoe Size Chart

Convert shoe sizes between US, UK and European (EU) sizes for women, men and kids, with the matching foot length in centimetres and inches. A full size chart for each group is included. Sizes vary between brands, so measuring your foot is the best guide.

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How to use the shoe size converter

  1. Choose Women, Men or Kids.
  2. Choose the system you know your size in — US, UK, EU or foot length in cm. It starts with the system used where you live.
  3. Pick your size.

You’ll see the equivalent US, UK and EU sizes, your approximate foot length, and the full chart for that group.

Typical shoe size equivalents

Women

USUKEUcm
52.535.522
63.536.523
74.53824
85.53925
96.540.526
107.54227

Men

USUKEUcm
764025
874126
9842.527
1094428
11104529
12114630

How the size systems work

  • UK sizes go up in steps of one-third of an inch (a barleycorn), starting from a children’s scale.
  • US sizes use the same step but start from a different point, and women’s sizes are offset from men’s.
  • EU (Paris point) sizes go up in steps of two-thirds of a centimetre, measured on the shoe’s inner length, so they are higher numbers.
  • Mondopoint — used for ski boots and military footwear — is simply the foot length in millimetres.

Tips for buying shoes online

  • Measure your foot and compare it with the brand’s chart in centimetres.
  • Read reviews to see whether a model runs large or small.
  • Consider width. Many brands offer narrow, regular and wide fittings.
  • Allow room for socks with boots and running shoes — often about a thumb’s width at the toe.
  • Check the returns policy before ordering from another country.

Half sizes and widths

Many brands sell half sizes in the US and UK, while EU sizes often go up in whole or half numbers that don’t line up neatly. If you are between sizes, try the larger one, especially for walking and running shoes. Width matters too: US widths run from narrow (B for men, AA for women) to extra wide (EE or wider), and the UK uses letters such as E, F, G and H.

Sports and specialist shoes

Running shoes are often bought half a size larger than everyday shoes, because feet swell during long runs. Football boots and climbing shoes are usually worn snugger. Ski boots use Mondopoint, and some brands of sandals use letter sizes such as S, M and L. When in doubt, check the brand’s fit advice.

For clothing, see the clothing size converter; to convert your foot measurement, the cm to inches converter. Size charts are typical values from major brands and are stored with their source.

Frequently asked questions

What is a US women’s 8 in UK and EU sizes?

Typically UK 5.5 and EU 39, for a foot about 25 cm long. Some brands label it UK 6 or EU 38.5 — check the brand’s own chart.

What is a men’s UK 9 in US and EU sizes?

Typically US 10 and EU 44, for a foot about 28 cm long.

How do US women’s and men’s sizes compare?

A US women’s size is usually 1.5 sizes larger than the men’s size for the same foot. A women’s US 9.5 fits roughly like a men’s US 8.

How do I measure my foot?

Stand on a sheet of paper with your heel against a wall, mark the tip of your longest toe, and measure from the wall to the mark. Measure both feet in the afternoon, when feet are slightly larger, and use the longer one.

Why do shoe sizes differ between brands?

There is no single worldwide standard. Each brand uses its own lasts (foot models), and the UK, US and EU systems use different starting points and steps. Foot length in centimetres, sometimes called Mondopoint, is the most reliable comparison.

Are kids’ sizes different?

Yes. US and UK kids’ sizes run up to 13 and then restart at 1 for older children’s sizes. The kids’ chart shows the common equivalents.

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