How To Measure Your Shoe Size For a Perfect Fit in Your Shoes

It is said that the first thing people notice about someone is their shoes. But getting a nice pair of shoes is not enough. They have to fit well, too. Many of us would have the mistake of purchasing and wearing an ill-fitting shoe. An ill-fitting shoe is more than just a waste of money. You suffer terrible discomfort like aching feet, blisters, and painful walking. Spending a decent amount of your hard-earned money should get you a comfortable wearing experience. We empathize with you and have written this article on accurately measuring your shoe size at home, tailored for men and women.

A Woman's Guide to Taking the Right Shoe Size for the Best Fit

Measuring Your Shoe Size at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide for Women

Getting the correct women's shoe size requires accurate measurement of your foot. Follow the step-by-step guide below:

• Gather Your Materials:  You'll need a sheet of paper, a pencil, a measuring tape or ruler, and the socks you intend to wear with your shoes.

• Get Ready for Measurement: Put the paper on a hard, flat surface. If you're on carpet, put a piece of cardboard underneath to get accurate results. Wear the socks you plan to wear with the shoes.

• Trace Your Foot: Stand on the paper firmly so that your complete weight is on the foot. Place the pencil upright and trace the shape of your foot tightly. Do the same for the other foot since there can be minute size differences.

• Measure length and width:

  Length: Measure from the heel of your back with the ruler to the tip of your longest toe.

  Width: Take the widest area of your foot, most often across the ball of your foot.

• Mark Your Measurements: Write down the measurements in both inches and centimeters. Use the larger of the two if there is a variation between fee

• Check a Size Chart: Keep a reliable size chart to measure your shoe size. Remember that brands and regions may vary in their sizes. For example, a US woman size 8 usually equals a UK size 6 and a European size 39. Notably, UK and Indian shoe sizes are identical, so a UK size 6 is equivalent to an Indian size 6. Whenever possible, refer to the specific brand's size chart to ensure accuracy.

Women's Shoe Size Conversions

The shoe sizes may differ from one country to another and also from one brand to another; thus, you need to know how to convert the sizes accurately. As a general guide to converting women’s shoe sizes:

Note: Women’s shoe size for UK is usually similar to Indian size.

Thus, a UK size 5 is an Indian size 5.

  US to UK: Subtract 2 sizes. For instance, a US women’s size 7 is about a UK size 5.

  US to EU: A US women’s size 7 is approximately an EU size 38.

Keep in mind that these conversions are not exact. For the exact size for each brand, always refer to the size chart

Size Chart for Women's Shoes Conversion 

Understanding international women's shoe size variations is important when choosing appropriate shoes for shopping in other regions. Below is a general conversion chart to help you know your size in different size systems:

How to Measure Men's Size Chart Shoes

 Follow the instructions below to measure your feet accurately for the right fit in men's footwear :

• Get a measuring tape, 2 sheets of unlined white paper, a chair to sit on, and a pen, pencil, or marker.

• Wear somewhat thick socks or the socks you usually wear with the shoes.

• Place and press your foot on the paper, slightly shifting forward to flatten the foot.

• Trace the outline of your foot on the paper. Ensure that the pen is upright and doesn’t go under the feet or outwards from the feet. It should accurately get the shape of your foot on the paper.

• Repeat the process for the other foot, as feet differ slightly in size. 

• Measure the length and width of your feet from the drawing. It should be measured end to end. From the longest toe or finger in the front to the farthest at the heel and the two widest points of the foot for the width.

• Write down the length and width of your feet in inches and centimeters. Subtract them by 0.18 inches and 0.47 centimeters, respectively, to get the right foot size.

• If your foot size is between two standard sizes, then choose the bigger size for a better fit and ease.

Men Shoe Size Conversion

Indian shoe sizes differ from those of the USA and EU. To compare a US shoe size to an Indian size, subtract 0.5 from the US size. For example, a US size 10 corresponds to an Indian size 9.5. Euro sizes are a bit trickier to compare; it's advisable to consult the chart below or the retailer's chart for reference. For instance, an Indian size 5.5 to 6 would be a Euro size 39, while an Indian size 7 would correspond to Euro sizes 40-41.

Indian and UK shoe sizes are the same, so if you fit an Indian size 9 and find a pair labeled as UK size 9, you can confidently make your purchase, as you'll get the right fit.

Size Chart for Men's Shoes Conversion 

We have compiled the table below showing the sizes in inches and centimeters and their corresponding sizes in India, the UK, the US, and EU fits.

The above conversion guide will help you greatly, but whenever possible, try the shoes on before buying. If purchasing from an online store, try it immediately after delivery to ensure you get the right fit.

Tips for Achieving the Perfect Fit

• Measure Often: A woman's foot size may vary with time because of weight gain or loss, pregnancy, or even medical conditions. Measuring feet at least once a year is recommended.

• Shop towards the End of the Day: Feet swell during the day. Shopping later in the day or the evening assures a better fit.

• Keep foot width in mind: width is just as important as length. Wearing shoes that fit too tightly or too loosely can cause discomfort and foot problems. Some companies produce different widths. Check out their size chart for more details.

• Try Before You Buy: As much as possible, try the shoes on before purchasing. Shop around until you find one that feels good and is helpful. If you're purchasing online, read the return policy if the fit isn't ideal.

• Make socks a priority: If you plan on wearing socks with your shoes, especially thick socks, take this into account during your measurement and size selection process.

Conclusion

Having the ideal shoe fit is vital for ease and foot well-being. It can be difficult to understand size conversions across regions, but is vital when buying shoes overseas. UK and Indian shoe sizes, for example, are usually the same, so a UK size 9 is directly equivalent to an Indian size 9. Converting UK sizes to Indian sizes requires no adjustment. But to convert Indian sizes to EU or US sizes, careful scrutiny is needed since the standards are not the same. A size 9.5 in Indian sizes, for instance, would typically be a US size 10 and about an EU size 43. SaintG offers elaborate size guides on its website to facilitate these conversions and guide you through the UK, US, EU, and Indian size systems. Always consult such charts to make sure you pick the right size, particularly when you are shopping across various international size standards.

Besides offering resolution size charts, the SaintG has a distinction of extensive options of women's shoes that include boots, heels, stilettos, sneakers, and Leopard Moccasins. And Men's Leather shoes such as Chelsea Boots & More. Their styles combine excellent fashion trends with the best ease levels to ensure that you have a perfect fit and style for any event. From stylish heels for a formal event to classy sneakers for daily wear, SaintG has it all.

This is your shoe size conversion guide. When in doubt, always opt for the Indian shoe size or a UK one as they are the same. Or visit SaintG's official size guide.