Choosing the right shoe size starts with measuring your feet. This guide helps you understand your foot length and compare it with common US, EU, and UK shoe sizes.
Important: The size conversions below are based on New Balance’s official sizing guide. They are provided as a general reference only. Other brands, suppliers, and shoe models may use different sizing standards. Always use the size chart on the product page when one is available.
You will need a sheet of paper, a pen or pencil, a ruler or measuring tape, and a hard, flat floor.
Place the paper on the floor with one edge against a wall.
Stand naturally with your heel lightly touching the wall. Keep your weight evenly distributed and wear the type of socks you plan to use with the shoes.
Mark the tip of your longest toe with a pen or pencil held vertically.
Measure the distance from the edge of the paper against the wall to the mark. Record the result in centimeters (cm).
Repeat the process with your other foot. It is normal for one foot to be slightly longer than the other.
Use the measurement of your longer foot when checking your size.
Use this chart as a general reference for women’s shoe sizes.
| Foot Length (cm) | US Women | EU | UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21.0 | 4 | 34 | 2 |
| 21.5 | 4.5 | 34.5 | 2.5 |
| 22.0 | 5 | 35 | 3 |
| 22.5 | 5.5 | 36 | 3.5 |
| 23.0 | 6 | 36.5 | 4 |
| 23.5 | 6.5 | 37 | 4.5 |
| 24.0 | 7 | 37.5 | 5 |
| 24.5 | 7.5 | 38 | 5.5 |
| 25.0 | 8 | 39 | 6 |
| 25.5 | 8.5 | 40 | 6.5 |
| 26.0 | 9 | 40.5 | 7 |
| 26.5 | 9.5 | 41 | 7.5 |
| 27.0 | 10 | 41.5 | 8 |
| 27.5 | 10.5 | 42.5 | 8.5 |
| 28.0 | 11 | 43 | 9 |
| 28.5 | 11.5 | 43.5 | 9.5 |
| 29.0 | 12 | 44 | 10 |
| 29.5 | 12.5 | 45 | 10.5 |
| 30.0 | 13 | 45.5 | 11 |
| 30.5 | 13.5 | 46 | 11.5 |
| 31.0 | 14 | 46.5 | 12 |
| 32.0 | 15 | 48 | 13 |
Use this chart as a general reference for men’s shoe sizes.
| Foot Length (cm) | US Men | EU | UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22.0 | 4 | 36 | 3.5 |
| 22.5 | 4.5 | 37 | 4 |
| 23.0 | 5 | 37.5 | 4.5 |
| 23.5 | 5.5 | 38 | 5 |
| 24.0 | 6 | 38.5 | 5.5 |
| 24.5 | 6.5 | 39.5 | 6 |
| 25.0 | 7 | 40 | 6.5 |
| 25.5 | 7.5 | 40.5 | 7 |
| 26.0 | 8 | 41.5 | 7.5 |
| 26.5 | 8.5 | 42 | 8 |
| 27.0 | 9 | 42.5 | 8.5 |
| 27.5 | 9.5 | 43 | 9 |
| 28.0 | 10 | 44 | 9.5 |
| 28.5 | 10.5 | 44.5 | 10 |
| 29.0 | 11 | 45 | 10.5 |
| 29.5 | 11.5 | 45.5 | 11 |
| 30.0 | 12 | 46.5 | 11.5 |
| 30.5 | 12.5 | 47 | 12 |
| 31.0 | 13 | 47.5 | 12.5 |
| 31.5 | 13.5 | 48.5 | 13 |
| 32.0 | 14 | 49 | 13.5 |
| 33.0 | 15 | 50 | 14.5 |
| 34.0 | 16 | 51 | 15.5 |
| 35.0 | 17 | 52 | 16.5 |
Your feet can swell slightly during the day. For a more representative measurement, follow these tips:
If your foot length falls between two sizes, do not automatically choose the larger or smaller size.
First, check the sizing advice on the specific product page. Different shoe shapes, materials, and designs can affect the fit. If the product page does not provide enough information, contact us before ordering.
The right fit also depends on:
The charts above are based on New Balance’s official size guide and should not be treated as universal conversion charts for all brands.
When a product-specific size chart is available, always use that chart as your primary reference. Check whether the product uses US Men’s, US Women’s, EU, or UK sizing before selecting a size.
If you have measured your feet but are still unsure which size to choose, contact us before placing your order.
Email: support@shoeshave.com
Please include the product name or link, your longer foot measurement in centimeters, and the size options shown on the product page. This will help us review the available sizing information with you.
