Unlock Your True Shoe Size!
Knowing your precise foot measurements is the secret to finding comfortable shoes, especially when converting between international sizes. Our quick and easy guide will help you accurately measure your **foot length** and **foot width** at home. This data is crucial for getting the best fit from our shoe size converters and for saving to your My Fit Profile.
What You'll Need:
- A sheet of paper (larger than your foot)
- A pencil or pen
- A ruler or tape measure (preferably in centimeters)
- A wall or flat surface
- Socks you typically wear with your shoes (for accuracy)
Step-by-Step Guide to Measuring Your Foot Length:
- Prepare Your Surface: Place the sheet of paper on a hard, flat floor. Position one edge against a wall.
- Stand Correctly: Wearing the socks you intend to wear with the shoes, stand on the paper with your heel firmly against the wall. Ensure your weight is evenly distributed.
- Trace Your Foot: Using your pencil or pen, carefully trace the outline of your foot. Hold the pencil perpendicular to the paper to get an accurate outline.
- Mark the Longest Point: Mark the end of your longest toe and the back of your heel on the paper.
- Measure the Length: Use your ruler or tape measure to find the distance between the heel mark and the longest toe mark. This is your **foot length**. Record this measurement in **centimeters (CM)** and **inches (IN)**.
- Measure Both Feet: Repeat the process for your other foot. It's common for one foot to be slightly larger than the other. Always use the measurement from your **larger foot** for shoe sizing.
Step-by-Step Guide to Measuring Your Foot Width:
- Use Your Tracing: Use the same tracing you made for foot length.
- Identify Widest Points: Find the widest part of your foot outline (usually across the ball of your foot).
- Measure the Width: Measure the distance between these two widest points. This is your **foot width**. Record this measurement in **centimeters (CM)** and **inches (IN)**.
- Compare Both Feet: Again, use the measurement from your **larger foot** if there's a difference.
Important Tips for Accuracy:
- Measure in the Evening: Your feet tend to swell throughout the day, so measure in the evening for the most accurate and comfortable fit.
- Wear Appropriate Socks: Always measure with the type of socks you'd typically wear with the shoes you're buying.
- Stand Firmly: Ensure your foot is flat and fully bearing weight during tracing.
- Double Check: Always measure a second time to confirm your results.
Once you have your accurate foot length and width, you can confidently use them in our various shoe size converters or save them to your My Fit Profile for future use!