How much does US shoe size differ from UK?

For men, UK sizes are typically 0.5 smaller than US sizes (US 10 = UK 9.5). For women, UK sizes are typically 2 sizes smaller (US 8 = UK 6). For kids, the difference is usually 0.5 to 1 size depending on the range.

Are UK and US women's shoe sizes the same?

No. Women's UK shoe sizes run about 2 sizes smaller than US sizes. A US women's 8 equals UK 6, and a US women's 10 equals UK 8.

Do half sizes exist in the UK system?

Yes. UK shoe sizes include half sizes just like US sizes, though some budget or casual brands only stock whole sizes.

What is the UK equivalent of a US men's size 12?

A US men's size 12 converts to UK size 11.5.

Can I use this chart for children's shoes?

Yes. The Kids category covers toddler and children's sizes from US 1 through 7 (UK 0.5–6). For older children whose feet approach adult sizing, also check the men's chart.

US to UK Shoe Size Converter

Name: US to UK Shoe Size Converter
Availability: InStock
Author: Nham Vu

Enter a US shoe size and gender to get the equivalent UK shoe size instantly.

Convert Shoe Size

Men's Size Chart

US / UK / EU

US	UK	EU	Foot (cm)

Summary

Enter a US shoe size and gender to get the equivalent UK shoe size instantly.

How it works

Select the gender category: Men, Women, or Kids.
Enter your US shoe size in the input field.
The converter looks up the equivalent UK size from the standard conversion table.
The UK size is displayed instantly, along with the EU size for reference.
Use the full size chart below the converter to browse all available sizes.

Use cases

Shopping on UK websites when you only know your US size.
Buying shoes as a gift for someone whose US size you know.
Comparing sizes when traveling between the US and UK.
Verifying a size before purchasing international footwear brands.
Converting children's shoe sizes for online or catalog orders.
Cross-referencing sizing for athletic or specialty footwear.

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Last updated: 2026-07-22 · Reviewed by Nham Vu