Why Do Shoe Sizes Vary By Country?

How to Measure Your Feet

Serious about getting the perfect fit the first time around?

Actuallymeasuring your feetis your best bet.

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Just follow the below steps.

How to Shop for Shoes Online

Buying shoes online?

Shoe sizes typically don’t correspond directly with your feet in inches.

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Yes, shoe sizes can vary slightly depending on the brand and shoe style.

For example, manyLouboutinsrun a bit small, leading the brand to recommend sizing up on select styles.

Be sure to read the product info and reviews for more insight on how a given shoe fits.

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Two of the sneakers we recommend for wide feet in front of a hazy background

Tronjori Women High Waist Casual Wide Leg Long Palazzo Pants, Universal Standard Pull On Bootcut Ponte Pants, and Madewell Curvy Harlow Wide-Leg Pant on a fabric background

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Best Cariuma Sneakers

Three platform sneakers we recommend, including Hoka, Veja, and Superga, on a cream floor