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Shoe Size Converter

Buying shoes from another country means converting the size. Enter your US size to see the EU and UK equivalents and the foot length in cm and inches — remembering it varies by brand.

Your numbers

Result

EU
42
UK
8.5
Foot lengthcm
26.25
Foot lengthinches
10.33
Approximate equivalents (varies by brand)
StandardSize
US9
EU42.0
UK8.5
Foot length26.2 cm (10.3 in)
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How the standards line up

EU sizes run higher than US: a US men's 9 is about EU 42, and a US women's 8 is about EU 38.5. UK sizes sit just below US (men subtract about 0.5, women about 2). The most reliable guide is the foot length, which the calculator also shows.

Measure your foot to be sure

Because every brand fits differently, measure your foot length (heel to longest toe) and compare it with the maker's size chart. A few millimeters can change the size. Measure at the end of the day, when feet are slightly larger, and use the bigger foot.

Frequently asked questions

Sources

  • Shoe size charts (reference, approximate)

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