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Women's to Men's Shoe Size Converter

Convert US women's shoe sizes to men's sizes and back in one click. Includes a full conversion chart and tips for getting the right fit.

How to use the Women's to Men's Shoe Size Converter

  1. Choose women's to men's or men's to women's.
  2. Enter your US shoe size. Half sizes are fine.
  3. Use the result as a starting point and check the brand's own chart.

US women's to men's shoe size chart

Women's Men's
6 4.5
7 5.5
8 6.5
9 7.5
10 8.5
11 9.5
12 10.5

This chart uses the common 1.5 size difference. Some brands, especially sneaker brands, use a 1 or 2 size difference, so always check the size chart on the product page.

Tips for a good fit

  • Measure your feet in the afternoon, when they are slightly larger.
  • Leave about a thumb's width of space in front of your longest toe.
  • Try shoes on with the socks you plan to wear.

Frequently asked questions

What is a women's 8 in men's shoes?

A women's 8 is about a men's 6.5 in US sizes. Women's sizes are usually 1.5 sizes larger than men's for the same foot length.

Are men's shoes wider than women's?

Usually, yes. Men's shoes are often made a bit wider. If you have narrow feet, a men's shoe may feel loose even in the right length.