Looking to convert EU shoe size to UK or US size? Let’s make sure you can switch between sizing systems with confidence. In this comprehensive guide, we provide detailed conversion charts and essential tips to help you find the perfect fit for your trainers.

 

Men's EU to UK and US Shoe Size Chart

 

Understanding the correct shoe size is important for comfort and foot health. Below is a men’s shoe size chart to help you convert men's EU shoe sizes to their UK and US equivalents, along with matching foot lengths in centimeters and inches.

 

 

UK Sizes	Euro Sizes	US Sizes	Foot Length (cm)	Foot Length (in)
5	38	5.5	23.1	9.1”
5.5	39	6	23.5	9.25”
6	39	6.5	24.1	9.5”
6.5	40	7	24.4	9.6”
7	40-41	7.5	24.8	9.75”
7.5	41	8	25.4	9.9”
8	41-42	8.5	25.7	10.1”
8.5	42	9	26	10.25”
9	42-43	9.5	26.7	10.43”
9.5	43	10	27	10.56”
10	43-44	10.5	27.3	10.75”
10.5	44	11	27.9	10.93”
11	44-45	11.5	28.3	11.1”
11.5	45	12	28.6	11.25”
12	45-46	12.5	29.0	11.42”
12.5	46	13	29.4	11.5”
13	46-47	13.5	29.8	11.75”
13.5	47	14	30.2	11.87”
14	47-48	14.5	30.7	12.08”
14.5	48	15	31	12.18”
15	48-49	15.5	31.5	12.42”
15.5	49	16	32	12.58”

 

Women's EU to UK and US Shoe Size Chart

 

For women's footwear, the conversion between EU, UK, and US shoe sizes also varies. This chart will help you determine the correct size for your next pair.

 

UK Sizes	Euro Sizes	US Sizes	Foot Length (cm)	Foot Length (in)
2	35	4	20.8	8.19”
2.5	35	4.5	21.3	8.4”
3	35-36	5	21.6	8.5”
3.5	36	5.5	22.2	8.75”
4	36-37	6	22.5	8.87”
4.5	37	6.5	23	9.06”
5	37-38	7	23.5	9.25”
5.5	38	7.5	23.8	9.37”
6	38-39	8	24.1	9.5”
6.5	39	8.5	24.6	9.68”
7	39-40	9	25.1	9.87”
7.5	40	9.5	25.4	10”
8	40-41	10	25.9	10.2”
8.5	41	10.5	26.2	10.3”
9	41-42	11	26.7	10.5”
9.5	42	11.5	27.1	10.7”
10	42-43	12	27.6	10.87”
10.5	43	12.5	28	11”
11	43-44	13	28.8	11.37”
11.5	44	13.5	28.8	11.37”
12	44-45	14	29.2	11.5”

 

Looking for information on children's shoe sizes? Our detailed kids’ shoe size guide has everything you need to find the perfect fit for the little ones in your life.

Tips for UK, EU and US Shoe Size Conversions

 

Finding the right shoe size in different countries can be tricky. Here are some tips to help you with UK to EU shoe size conversions:

 

·         Consider sizing up if you're between sizes. It's often better to choose the larger size, especially when purchasing athletic shoes or boots

 

·         Be aware of brand-specific sizing. Sizing can differ between brands because of the different ‘lasts’ (the mold that shapes the shoe) they use. Always check the manufacturer's specific size chart when possible

 

·         Think about gender-specific fits. Men's shoes are typically wider than women's shoes

 

·         Measure your feet in the evening. Feet can swell during the day, so measuring them later will give you a more precise size. It's also common for one foot to be slightly larger, so you should purchase shoes that fit your larger foot.

Shoe Size Conversion FAQs

 

 

UK to EU shoe sizes, what is the difference?

 

The main difference between UK and EU shoe sizes is the unit of measurement. The UK system is based on an old English unit called the barleycorn (about 1/3 of an inch). The EU system uses Paris points. Due to these different systems, there isn't a perfect, direct conversion, and sizes from different brands can vary.

 

What is UK shoe size 38?

 

An EU shoe size of 38 typically converts to a UK size 5 for women. In unisex or men's sizing, it could also be considered a UK 5. It’s one of the most common sizes for women. If you prefer your sizing in other systems, that’s a 23.8 in cm, which converts to 9.37 inches.

 

What is size 40 in UK shoes?

 

An EU size 40 generally corresponds to a UK size 6.5 in women's shoes and can be around a UK 6.5 for men's shoes as well. It's equivalent to a US men's size 7 or a US women's size 8. This size fits a foot that is approximately 25 cm (9.8 inches) long. Always confirm with your brand size guide.

 

What size is 42 in men's shoes?

 

A men's EU shoe size of 42 is equivalent to a UK size 8. It’s a US men's size 8.5 and is intended for a foot length of about 26.3 cm (10.4 inches). Although this is the average conversion, always remember that variations exist between brands.

 

Is UK size 9 43 or 44?

 

A UK size 9 for men can be equivalent to an EU size 43. However, because sizing can vary between brands, it's always best to consult the specific manufacturer's sizing guide to be certain.

 

How to measure shoe size?

 

Here are simple steps to follow.

 

·         To measure your shoe size at home, place a piece of paper on a hard floor against a wall

 

·         Stand on the paper with your heel touching the wall.

 

·         Mark the tip of your longest toe with a pen held straight down

 

·          Now, measure the distance from the edge of the paper to the mark

 

·         We recommend you measure both feet and use the larger measurement

 

How do US to UK shoe sizes work?

 

For men's shoes, you generally subtract one size from the US size to get the UK equivalent (e.g., a US 10 is a UK 9). For women's shoes, subtract two sizes from the US size to find the UK size (e.g., a US 8 is a UK 6). This is a general rule of thumb, but variations can occur between brands.

 

You’re officially the sizing expert in your friend group! Getting the fit right is the first step to unboxing a fresh pair of trainers. Now that you’ve got the sizing dialed in, go explore our latest edits and find your next pair. From Nikes to Salomons, we’ve got you covered.