Women's to Men's Shoe Size Conversion Chart
Select a size above to see the conversion result.
Complete Women's to Men's Shoe Size Chart
Convert women's US shoe sizes to men's US sizes. The general rule is: men's size = women's size − 1.5.
| Women's US | Men's US | EU |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2.5 | 34 |
| 4.5 | 3.0 | 34.5 |
| 5 | 3.5 | 35 |
| 5.5 | 4.0 | 35.5 |
| 6 | 4.5 | 36 |
| 6.5 | 5.0 | 37 |
| 7 | 5.5 | 37.5 |
| 7.5 | 6 | 38 |
| 8 | 6.5 | 38.5 |
| 8.5 | 7 | 39 |
| 9 | 7.5 | 40 |
| 9.5 | 8 | 40.5 |
| 10 | 8.5 | 41 |
| 10.5 | 9 | 42 |
| 11 | 9.5 | 42.5 |
| 11.5 | 10 | 43 |
| 12 | 10.5 | 44 |
Women's Shoe Sizes in Men's
How to Convert Women's to Men's Shoe Sizes
The simplest way to convert women's to men's US shoe sizes is to subtract 1.5 from the women's size. For example, a women's US 9 equals approximately a men's US 7.5.
This difference exists because women's and men's US sizing scales use different starting points, even though both measure the same foot lengths. Keep in mind that men's shoes are typically wider than women's shoes, so width may also need adjustment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between women's and men's US shoe sizes?
Women's US shoe sizes are approximately 1.5 sizes larger than men's for the same foot length. For example, a women's US 9.5 is roughly equivalent to a men's US 8.
How do I convert women's shoe size to men's?
Subtract 1.5 from the women's US size to get the approximate men's US size. For example: Women's 8 → Men's 6.5, Women's 9 → Men's 7.5.
Can women wear men's shoes?
Yes, many women wear men's shoes. After converting the size (subtract 1.5), keep in mind that men's shoes are typically wider. You may need a narrower width or to size down slightly for a comfortable fit.